Players like Bryan Linssen
STNEC Nijmegen · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitBryan Linssen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Bryan Linssen are Ricky van Wolfswinkel, Luuk de Jong, Patrick Bamford. Doppel rates Ricky van Wolfswinkel (FC Twente) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ricky van Wolfswinkel scores 82/100 at about €200k. Data as of September 2026.
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Bryan Linssen is a versatile forward with a knack for playmaking, showcasing his ability to generate chances and contribute significantly to the attack. With a Sofascore rating in the top 39% of his peers, his creativity shines through with impressive key passes and a solid tally of non-penalty goals. Linssen's durability is a major asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence in the squad. While he may not dominate in duels, his offensive contributions more than compensate, solidifying his role as a key playmaker in the final third.
Strengths: Key passes, xG + xA, Non-penalty goals. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Bryan Linssen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ricky van Wolfswinkelsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 37 | €200k | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 36 | €500k | 91 | 86 |
| 3 | Patrick Bamfordsimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 33 | €1.0m | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Olivier Giroudsimilar↗ | AC Milan | 40 | €900k | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Gonzalo Garcíasimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 22 | €31m | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Mika Bierethsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 23 | €16m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Nicolò Tresoldisimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 22 | €27m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Adam Armstrongsimilar↗ | Southampton | 29 | €6.5m | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Nikola Štulićsimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 25 | €3.2m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Jordan Siebatcheusimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 30 | €1.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Troy Parrottsimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 24 | €23m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Deniz Undavsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 30 | €20m | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Bryan Linssen
≈ 100% Bryan Linssen · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Bryan Linssen · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Bryan Linssen · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Bryan Linssen?
By Doppel's fit score, Ricky van Wolfswinkel (FC Twente) is the closest profile to Bryan Linssen, with a 82/100 overall match. Luuk de Jong and Patrick Bamford are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Bryan Linssen?
Yes. Ricky van Wolfswinkel (FC Twente) plays a similar striker role and rates 82/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Bryan Linssen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Bryan Linssen's 2025/26 season, then ranks strikers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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