Players like Viljar Vevatne
CB/LB/RBViking FK · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitViljar Vevatne's profile ↗
The players most similar to Viljar Vevatne are Alexander Rossipal, Eirik Franke Saunes, Gianluca Frabotta. Doppel rates Alexander Rossipal (SG Dynamo Dresden) a 87/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Eirik Franke Saunes scores 86/100 at about €500k. Data as of July 2026.
About Viljar Vevatne
Viljar Vevatne is a ball-playing centre-back who excels in delivering precise final-third passes and contributing offensively, evidenced by his impressive assist tally. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 26% of his peers, he showcases his quality through creative play and an ability to impact the game from the back. Remarkably durable, Vevatne has missed no games over the last three seasons, highlighting his reliability on the pitch. While his defensive metrics may not stand out, his offensive contributions make him a valuable asset.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Shots, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Viljar Vevatne
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 92 | 87 |
| 2 | Eirik Franke Saunessimilar↗ | Bryne FK | 28 | €500k | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Gianluca Frabottasimilar↗ | Cesena | 27 | €1.5m | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Ricardo Mangassimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 28 | €1.9m | 92 | 86 |
| 5 | Bjorn Meijersimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €2.8m | 91 | 88 |
| 6 | Dean Jamessimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 26 | €1.6m | 90 | 87 |
| 7 | Harrison Burrowssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 24 | €9.2m | 90 | 86 |
| 8 | Paulo Azzisimilar↗ | Monza | 32 | €700k | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Ryan Manningsimilar↗ | Southampton | 30 | €3.0m | 89 | 86 |
| 10 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 89 | 85 |
| 11 | Tiago Araújosimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 89 | 86 |
| 12 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 89 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Viljar Vevatne
≈ 100% Viljar Vevatne · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Viljar Vevatne · strong: xG + xA, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Viljar Vevatne · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Viljar Vevatne?
By Doppel's fit score, Alexander Rossipal (SG Dynamo Dresden) is the closest profile to Viljar Vevatne, with a 87/100 overall match. Eirik Franke Saunes and Gianluca Frabotta are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Viljar Vevatne?
Yes. Eirik Franke Saunes (Bryne FK) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Viljar Vevatne?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Viljar Vevatne's 2024 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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