Players like Gustav Valsvik
CBStrømsgodset · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitGustav Valsvik's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gustav Valsvik are Matthew Pollock, Gabriele Guarino, Luka Vušković. Doppel rates Matthew Pollock (Watford) a 84/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Andrea Tiritiello scores 87/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Gustav Valsvik is a commanding ball-playing centre-back known for his exceptional distribution and aerial prowess. With a top 1% Sofascore rating among his peers, he consistently showcases his ability to deliver accurate long balls and dominate in aerial duels, making him a cornerstone of his team's defense. Remarkably durable, he has missed no games in the last three seasons, further solidifying his reliability and importance on the pitch.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls, Shots. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gustav Valsvik
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 92 | 84 |
| 2 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 92 | 87 |
| 3 | Luka Vuškovićsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 19 | €64m | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Florian Lejeunesimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 35 | €1.7m | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Taylor Harwood-Bellissimilar↗ | Southampton | 24 | €22m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 90 | 86 |
| 7 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 90 | 87 |
| 8 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 89 | 86 |
| 10 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 33 | €600k | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Henrik Sælebakke Falchenersimilar↗ | Viking FK | 23 | €6.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gustav Valsvik
≈ 100% Gustav Valsvik · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Gustav Valsvik · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Gustav Valsvik · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Gustav Valsvik?
Statistically, Matthew Pollock (Watford) is the closest look-alike to Gustav Valsvik — a 84/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Gustav Valsvik?
By Doppel's fit score, Matthew Pollock (Watford) is the closest profile to Gustav Valsvik, with a 84/100 overall match. Gabriele Guarino and Luka Vušković are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gustav Valsvik?
Yes. Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) plays a similar centre back role and rates 87/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gustav Valsvik?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gustav Valsvik's 2025 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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