Players like Ruben Jenssen
CDMTromsø IL · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitRuben Jenssen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ruben Jenssen are Max Bird, Kartal Kayra Yılmaz, Görkem Sağlam. Doppel rates Max Bird (Bristol City) a 87/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jens Toornstra scores 85/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ruben Jenssen is a creative deep-lying playmaker, thriving in the heart of Tromsø IL's midfield. With a Sofascore rating in the top 7% of his positional peers, he excels at generating big chances, notching 7 assists this season while also contributing 2 goals. His durability is impressive, having missed no games in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability. While he may not dominate defensively, his playmaking vision and accuracy in delivering key passes make him an invaluable asset.
Strengths: Big chances created, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ruben Jenssen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Max Birdsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 26 | €2.4m | 92 | 87 |
| 2 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 26 | €2.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 3 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 91 | 87 |
| 4 | Jens Toornstrasimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 37 | €200k | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | Ryotaro Itosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 28 | €5.8m | 90 | 85 |
| 6 | Orkun Kökçüsimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 26 | €24m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Qazim Lacisimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 30 | €2.9m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Daniel Johnsonsimilar↗ | Fatih Karagümrük | 34 | €300k | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Giacomo Calòsimilar↗ | Frosinone | 29 | €2.3m | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Luuk Brouwerssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 28 | €1.4m | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 88 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ruben Jenssen
≈ 100% Ruben Jenssen · strong: Key passes, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Ruben Jenssen · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Ruben Jenssen · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ruben Jenssen?
Statistically, Max Bird (Bristol City) is the closest look-alike to Ruben Jenssen — a 87/100 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 Ruben Jenssen?
By Doppel's fit score, Max Bird (Bristol City) is the closest profile to Ruben Jenssen, with a 87/100 overall match. Kartal Kayra Yılmaz and Görkem Sağlam are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ruben Jenssen?
Yes. Jens Toornstra (Sparta Rotterdam) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ruben Jenssen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ruben Jenssen's 2026 season, then ranks defensive midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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