Players like Kristian Eriksen
CM/STSK Brann · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitKristian Eriksen's profile ↗
Kristian Eriksen is a central midfielder/striker for SK Brann in the Norwegian Eliteserien, with 15 appearances, 3 goals, and 2 assists in 2026. Players similar to Eriksen include Keisuke Goto from Sint-Truidense VV, who has a fit score of 88/100, and Ivan Barbero of FC Arouca, with a fit score of 86/100. Both players share a comparable role and statistical profile, making them potential alternatives to Eriksen.
About Kristian Eriksen
Kristian Eriksen is a versatile central midfielder and striker, showcasing his goal-scoring prowess with an impressive 14 goals in 28 appearances this season. With a Sofascore rating in the top 4% of his peers, he excels in finding the net and winning aerial duels, making him a potent attacking threat. While his dribbling and passing metrics may not stand out, his durability and consistent performance over the last three seasons underline his reliability as a key player for SK Brann.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won. Availability: 11 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Kristian Eriksen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Keisuke Gotosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 21 | €9.3m | 94 | 88 |
| 2 | Omri Gandelmansimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 26 | €2.8m | 93 | 83 |
| 3 | Ivan Barberosimilar↗ | FC Arouca | 28 | €900k | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Aurélien Scheidlersimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 28 | €1.9m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Milan Zonneveldsimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 23 | €400k | 91 | 86 |
| 6 | Ettore Gliozzisimilar↗ | Modena | 31 | €800k | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Antonio Di Nardosimilar↗ | Pescara | 28 | €900k | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Luka Kulenovićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 27 | €600k | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Phil Harressimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 24 | €2.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Bryan Linssensimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 36 | €300k | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Antonio Raimondosimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €4.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Vakoun Issouf Bayosimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €2.6m | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kristian Eriksen
≈ 100% Kristian Eriksen · strong: xG + xA, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Aerial duels won /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Kristian Eriksen · strong: Aerial duels won, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Kristian Eriksen · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Kristian Eriksen?
By Doppel's fit score, Keisuke Goto (Sint-Truidense VV) is the closest profile to Kristian Eriksen, with a 88/100 overall match. Omri Gandelman and Ivan Barbero are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Kristian Eriksen?
Yes. Milan Zonneveld (Sparta Rotterdam) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Kristian Eriksen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Kristian Eriksen'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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