Players like Sivert Heltne Nilsen
CM/CDMSK Brann · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitSivert Heltne Nilsen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Sivert Heltne Nilsen are Ao Tanaka, Matteo Pessina, Alex Mowatt. Doppel rates Ao Tanaka (Leeds United) a 77/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Alex Mowatt scores 77/100 at about €1.2m. Data as of October 2026.
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Sivert Heltne Nilsen is a seasoned ball-winning central midfielder who excels in distributing the ball effectively in the final third. With an impressive Sofascore rating placing him in the top 7% of his positional peers, he demonstrates exceptional accuracy in his passing and a strong presence in aerial duels. While he may not be known for creating numerous big chances, his reliability and durability, missing only 12 games over the last three seasons, make him a valuable asset in midfield.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 12 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sivert Heltne Nilsen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ao Tanakasimilar↗ | Leeds United | 28 | €14m | 92 | 77 |
| 2 | Matteo Pessinasimilar↗ | Monza | 29 | €4.8m | 89 | 81 |
| 3 | Alex Mowattsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 31 | €1.2m | 88 | 77 |
| 4 | Damián Bobadillasimilar↗ | São Paulo | 25 | €6.4m | 87 | 78 |
| 5 | Roberto Gagliardinisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 32 | €1.2m | 87 | 77 |
| 6 | Lewis Fergusonsimilar↗ | Bologna | 27 | €13m | 86 | 79 |
| 7 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 86 | 77 |
| 8 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 25 | €29m | 85 | 80 |
| 9 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 85 | 80 |
| 10 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 85 | 81 |
| 11 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 85 | 78 |
| 12 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 84 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sivert Heltne Nilsen
≈ 100% Sivert Heltne Nilsen · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Touches /90
≈ 100% Sivert Heltne Nilsen · strong: Touches, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Sivert Heltne Nilsen · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Sivert Heltne Nilsen?
Statistically, Ao Tanaka (Leeds United) is the closest look-alike to Sivert Heltne Nilsen — a 77/100 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 Sivert Heltne Nilsen?
By Doppel's fit score, Ao Tanaka (Leeds United) is the closest profile to Sivert Heltne Nilsen, with a 77/100 overall match. Matteo Pessina and Alex Mowatt are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sivert Heltne Nilsen?
Yes. Alex Mowatt (West Bromwich Albion) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 77/100 at roughly €1.2m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sivert Heltne Nilsen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sivert Heltne Nilsen'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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