Players like Markus Henriksen
CB/CMRosenborg BK · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarkus Henriksen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Markus Henriksen are Henrik Heggheim, Rafael Brito, Tommaso Cassandro. Doppel rates Henrik Heggheim (Viking FK) a 84/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Willian Oliveira scores 83/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Markus Henriksen is a versatile centre-back with the ability to influence play from deep, showcasing a solid understanding of positional play. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 33% of his peers, he brings experience and reliability to the backline, having missed only nine games over the last three seasons. While his long-ball accuracy and dribbling may not be standout traits, his durability and tactical awareness make him a dependable option in defense.
Availability: 9 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Markus Henriksen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Henrik Heggheimsimilar↗ | Viking FK | 25 | €1.9m | 96 | 84 |
| 2 | Rafael Britosimilar↗ | Casa Pia | 24 | €600k | 94 | 82 |
| 3 | Tommaso Cassandrosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 26 | €2.1m | 94 | 82 |
| 4 | Willian Oliveirasimilar↗ | Coritiba | 33 | €300k | 93 | 83 |
| 5 | Kristoffer Askildsensimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 25 | €2.8m | 92 | 83 |
| 6 | Victor Larssonsimilar↗ | Kalmar FF | 26 | €700k | 92 | 81 |
| 7 | Bryant Nielingsimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.4m | 92 | 81 |
| 8 | Novatus Miroshisimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €4.6m | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Dani De Witsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 28 | €3.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Tomáš Součeksimilar↗ | West Ham United | 31 | €9.7m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Nicolas Madsensimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 26 | €5.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Aleksandar Stankovićsimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 21 | €31m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Markus Henriksen
≈ 100% Markus Henriksen · medium reliability
≈ 100% Markus Henriksen · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Big chances created /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Markus Henriksen · strong: Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Markus Henriksen?
Statistically, Henrik Heggheim (Viking FK) is the closest look-alike to Markus Henriksen — a 84/100 profile match (96/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Markus Henriksen?
By Doppel's fit score, Henrik Heggheim (Viking FK) is the closest profile to Markus Henriksen, with a 84/100 overall match. Rafael Brito and Tommaso Cassandro are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Markus Henriksen?
Yes. Willian Oliveira (Coritiba) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Markus Henriksen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Markus Henriksen'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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