Players like Niklas Odegard
CM/CAMKristiansund BK · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitNiklas Odegard's profile ↗
Niklas Odegard is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Kristiansund BK in the Norwegian Eliteserien, with 29 appearances in the 2025 season, contributing 2 goals and 2 assists. Players similar to Odegard include Aritz Aldasoro (Real Racing Club, fit 80/100), William Milovanovic (GAIS, fit 81/100), and David Kruse (IFK Göteborg, fit 81/100), all of whom share a comparable role and statistical profile.
About Niklas Odegard
Niklas Odegard is a tenacious central midfielder known for his defensive acumen and ability to disrupt opposition play, evidenced by his strong clearance stats. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 46% of his peers, he showcases solid overall quality and durability, missing only 12 games in three seasons. While his offensive contributions may be modest, his reliability in a defensive role makes him a valuable asset in midfield battles.
Strengths: Clearances. Availability: 12 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Niklas Odegard
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aritz Aldasorosimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 27 | €1.4m | 92 | 80 |
| 2 | William Milovanovicsimilar↗ | GAIS | 24 | €800k | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | David Krusesimilar↗ | IFK Göteborg | 24 | €800k | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Ander Madariagasimilar↗ | Eibar | 24 | €600k | 91 | 80 |
| 5 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 91 | 80 |
| 6 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Robert Wagnersimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 23 | €2.7m | 90 | 79 |
| 8 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €1.1m | 90 | 81 |
| 9 | Jordan Mendes Correiasimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 22 | €2.1m | 90 | 80 |
| 10 | Aarón Martínsimilar↗ | CD Tenerife | 20 | €700k | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Justin Kumisimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 22 | €1.3m | 89 | 80 |
| 12 | Théo Chennahisimilar↗ | Montpellier | 21 | €2.4m | 89 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Niklas Odegard
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≈ 100% Niklas Odegard · strong: Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Niklas Odegard?
By Doppel's fit score, Aritz Aldasoro (Real Racing Club) is the closest profile to Niklas Odegard, with a 80/100 overall match. William Milovanovic and David Kruse are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Niklas Odegard?
Yes. Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Niklas Odegard?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Niklas Odegard'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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