Players like Ulrik Saltnes
CMBodø/Glimt · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitUlrik Saltnes's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ulrik Saltnes are Markus Karlsbakk, Efkan Bekiroğlu, Ozan Tufan. Doppel rates Markus Karlsbakk (Lillestrøm SK) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Arno Verschueren scores 85/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ulrik Saltnes is a dynamic, goal-scoring central midfielder, thriving as a box-to-box engine. His impressive Sofascore rating places him in the top 10% of his positional peers, showcasing his ability to contribute significantly with 7 goals in 27 appearances this season. While his long-range accuracy and defensive contributions may not stand out, his knack for finding the net and creating chances makes him a valuable asset when fit, despite recent injury challenges.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating, Shots. Availability: 22 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ulrik Saltnes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Markus Karlsbakksimilar↗ | Lillestrøm SK | 26 | €1.5m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Efkan Bekiroğlusimilar↗ | Göztepe | 31 | €1.1m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Trabzonspor | 31 | €1.4m | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Luuk Brouwerssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 28 | €1.4m | 92 | 82 |
| 5 | Ilias Koutsoupiassimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €3.3m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Victor Torpsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 90 | 86 |
| 8 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | FC Twente | 29 | €700k | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Julian Justvansimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 28 | €2.1m | 90 | 86 |
| 10 | Ulrik Mathisensimilar↗ | SK Brann | 27 | €700k | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Qazim Lacisimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 30 | €2.9m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 22 | €11m | 89 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ulrik Saltnes
≈ 100% Ulrik Saltnes · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Ulrik Saltnes · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Ulrik Saltnes · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ulrik Saltnes?
Statistically, Markus Karlsbakk (Lillestrøm SK) is the closest look-alike to Ulrik Saltnes — a 83/100 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 Ulrik Saltnes?
By Doppel's fit score, Markus Karlsbakk (Lillestrøm SK) is the closest profile to Ulrik Saltnes, with a 83/100 overall match. Efkan Bekiroğlu and Ozan Tufan are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ulrik Saltnes?
Yes. Arno Verschueren (FC Twente) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ulrik Saltnes?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ulrik Saltnes's 2025 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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