Players like Simen Hestnes
CM/CDMBK Häcken · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitSimen Hestnes's profile ↗
The players most similar to Simen Hestnes are George Thomason, Mael Corboz, Thijs Oosting. Doppel rates George Thomason (Wrexham) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Bruno Henrique scores 81/100 at about €300k. Data as of September 2026.
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Simen Hestnes embodies the role of a reliable central midfielder with a strong defensive focus. Despite being in the top 34% of his positional peers, he excels in providing stability and durability, having not missed a game in three seasons. While he may not stand out in creating chances or winning duels, his consistent presence in the midfield is invaluable for BK Häcken, ensuring a solid foundation for the team's play.
Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Simen Hestnes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | George Thomasonsimilar↗ | Wrexham | 24 | €2.4m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Mael Corbozsimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 32 | €400k | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 90 | 86 |
| 4 | Habib Diarrasimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 22 | €37m | 89 | 82 |
| 5 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Ilias Koutsoupiassimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €3.3m | 88 | 83 |
| 8 | Jochem Ritmeester van de Kampsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 23 | €1.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 9 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Simen Hestnes
≈ 100% Simen Hestnes · strong: Big chances created, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Simen Hestnes · strong: Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90
≈ 100% Simen Hestnes · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Simen Hestnes?
By Doppel's fit score, George Thomason (Wrexham) is the closest profile to Simen Hestnes, with a 81/100 overall match. Mael Corboz and Thijs Oosting are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Simen Hestnes?
Yes. Bruno Henrique (Internacional) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Simen Hestnes?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Simen Hestnes's 2026 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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