Players like Stefan Johansen
CM/CDMSarpsborg 08 · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitStefan Johansen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Stefan Johansen are Jakub Kałuziński, Görkem Sağlam, Giacomo Calò. Doppel rates Jakub Kałuziński (Başakşehir FK) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Alexandru Maxim scores 86/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Stefan Johansen is a refined ball-playing central midfielder whose vision and passing precision set him apart. With a Sofascore rating in the top 8% of his peers, he excels at delivering accurate long balls and final-third passes, making him a key playmaker for Sarpsborg 08. His durability is impressive, having missed no games in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch. While his defensive metrics may not stand out, his offensive contributions define his role as a creative engine in midfield.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Stefan Johansen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jakub Kałuzińskisimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 24 | €2.3m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 93 | 87 |
| 3 | Giacomo Calòsimilar↗ | Frosinone | 29 | €2.3m | 92 | 86 |
| 4 | Will Smallbonesimilar↗ | Millwall | 26 | €3.4m | 92 | 86 |
| 5 | Max Birdsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 26 | €2.4m | 91 | 86 |
| 6 | Orkun Kökçüsimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 26 | €24m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 91 | 86 |
| 8 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 26 | €2.4m | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Barry Bannansimilar↗ | Millwall | 37 | €200k | 91 | 82 |
| 10 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Joe Rothwellsimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 31 | €600k | 90 | 81 |
| 12 | Ruben Jenssensimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 38 | €100k | 90 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Stefan Johansen
≈ 100% Stefan Johansen · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Stefan Johansen · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Stefan Johansen · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Stefan Johansen?
Statistically, Jakub Kałuziński (Başakşehir FK) is the closest look-alike to Stefan Johansen — a 83/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Stefan Johansen?
By Doppel's fit score, Jakub Kałuziński (Başakşehir FK) is the closest profile to Stefan Johansen, with a 83/100 overall match. Görkem Sağlam and Giacomo Calò are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Stefan Johansen?
Yes. Alexandru Maxim (Gaziantep FK) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Stefan Johansen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Stefan Johansen'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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