Players like Ruben Jenssen
CDMTromsø IL · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitRuben Jenssen's profile ↗
Ruben Jenssen is a defensive midfielder for Tromsø IL in the Norwegian Eliteserien, with 15 appearances in 2026, contributing 1 goal and 6 assists over 1280 minutes. Players similar to Jenssen include Max Bird from Bristol City, who has a fit score of 87/100, and Görkem Sağlam from Hatayspor, also with a fit score of 87/100. Both players demonstrate comparable roles and statistical profiles.
About Ruben Jenssen
Ruben Jenssen is a creative deep-lying playmaker who thrives in orchestrating attacks from midfield. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 8% of his positional peers, he excels at generating big chances and delivering accurate crosses, showcasing his ability to influence games despite his age. His durability is impressive, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable asset in midfield, though he may struggle defensively in tackles and aerial duels.
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↗ | Kayserispor | 26 | €2.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 3 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 91 | 87 |
| 4 | Ryotaro Itosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 28 | €5.8m | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | Orkun Kökçüsimilar↗ | Benfica | 26 | €24m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Qazim Lacisimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 30 | €2.9m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Daniel Johnsonsimilar↗ | Stoke City | 34 | €300k | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Giacomo Calòsimilar↗ | Frosinone | 29 | €2.3m | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Luuk Brouwerssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 28 | €1.4m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, 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 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. Daniel Johnson (Stoke City) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €300k.
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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