Players like Vetle Skjaervik
CB/RBTromsø IL · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitVetle Skjaervik's profile ↗
The players most similar to Vetle Skjaervik are Odin Luras Bjørtuft, Eric Smith, Tomoki Iwata. Doppel rates Odin Luras Bjørtuft (Bodø/Glimt) a 85/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Nick Viergever scores 81/100 at about €300k. Data as of September 2026.
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Vetle Skjaervik is a ball-playing centre-back known for his composure and accuracy in distribution. With a Sofascore rating in the top 13% of his positional peers, he excels in final-third passing, showcasing his ability to initiate attacks from deep. His impressive durability, having missed no games in three seasons, underscores his reliability on the pitch. While he may not dominate in duels or aerial challenges, his strengths in ball progression make him a valuable asset in modern defensive setups.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Vetle Skjaervik
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Odin Luras Bjørtuftsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 28 | €4.1m | 89 | 85 |
| 2 | Eric Smithsimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 29 | €5.3m | 87 | 82 |
| 3 | Tomoki Iwatasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 87 | 83 |
| 4 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €300k | 87 | 81 |
| 5 | Hamza El Kaouakibisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 28 | €600k | 87 | 82 |
| 6 | Mats Deijlsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 29 | €1.9m | 87 | 83 |
| 7 | Lewis Dunksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €3.6m | 87 | 81 |
| 8 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 86 | 81 |
| 9 | Fredrik Sjøvoldsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 23 | €11m | 86 | 82 |
| 10 | Lutsharel Geertruidasimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 26 | €22m | 86 | 82 |
| 11 | Henrik Heggheimsimilar↗ | Viking FK | 25 | €1.9m | 86 | 82 |
| 12 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 85 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Vetle Skjaervik
≈ 100% Vetle Skjaervik · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Vetle Skjaervik · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Vetle Skjaervik · strong: Shots, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Vetle Skjaervik?
By Doppel's fit score, Odin Luras Bjørtuft (Bodø/Glimt) is the closest profile to Vetle Skjaervik, with a 85/100 overall match. Eric Smith and Tomoki Iwata are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Vetle Skjaervik?
Yes. Nick Viergever (FC Utrecht) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Vetle Skjaervik?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Vetle Skjaervik's 2026 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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