Players like Etzaz Hussain
CM/CDMOdds BK · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitEtzaz Hussain's profile ↗
Etzaz Hussain is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Odds BK in the Norwegian Eliteserien, with 28 appearances and 2 assists in 2024. Players similar to Hussain include David Kruse from IFK Göteborg, with a fit score of 81/100, and Tom Baack from 1. FC Nürnberg, who has a fit score of 79/100. Other comparable players are Melker Heier and Antonio Pacheco, both showcasing a similar role and statistical profile.
About Etzaz Hussain
Etzaz Hussain is a workmanlike defensive midfielder, providing stability in the center but lacking standout metrics to elevate his game. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 30% of his peers, he shows durability with 28 appearances this season, but his contributions in terms of attacking impact and aerial duels are limited. While he excels in maintaining possession, his overall influence in the final third is minimal, making him a reliable yet unspectacular presence in the midfield.
12 players most similar to Etzaz Hussain
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David Krusesimilar↗ | IFK Göteborg | 24 | €800k | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Tom Baacksimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 27 | €600k | 92 | 79 |
| 3 | Melker Heiersimilar↗ | IK Sirius | 25 | €2.2m | 92 | 80 |
| 4 | Antonio Pachecosimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 24 | €700k | 92 | 80 |
| 5 | Alejandro Meléndezsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 27 | €400k | 91 | 79 |
| 6 | Lorenzo Ignacchitisimilar↗ | Reggiana | 22 | €1.6m | 91 | 80 |
| 7 | Tom Ducrocqsimilar↗ | Bastia | 27 | €800k | 91 | 80 |
| 8 | Amadou Diawarasimilar↗ | Leganés | 29 | €700k | 90 | 79 |
| 9 | Iyad Mohamedsimilar↗ | Pau FC | 25 | €400k | 90 | 80 |
| 10 | Aimar Shersimilar↗ | Sarpsborg 08 | 24 | €1.4m | 90 | 79 |
| 11 | Tomy Carbonellsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €900k | 89 | 81 |
| 12 | Claudio Gomessimilar↗ | Palermo | 26 | €1.5m | 89 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Etzaz Hussain
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FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Etzaz Hussain?
By Doppel's fit score, David Kruse (IFK Göteborg) is the closest profile to Etzaz Hussain, with a 81/100 overall match. Tom Baack and Melker Heier are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Etzaz Hussain?
Yes. Alejandro Meléndez (Albacete Balompié) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Etzaz Hussain?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Etzaz Hussain's 2024 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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