Players like Markus Karlsbakk
CM/CAMLillestrøm SK · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarkus Karlsbakk's profile ↗
The players most similar to Markus Karlsbakk are Mathis Suray, Alfie Devine, Christopher Scott. Doppel rates Mathis Suray (Go Ahead Eagles) a 89/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Odysseus Velanas scores 85/100 at about €600k. Data as of July 2026.
About Markus Karlsbakk
Markus Karlsbakk is an attacking midfielder with a keen eye for goal, showcasing his ability to find the net with impressive non-penalty scoring metrics. Currently rated among the top 42% of his peers, his offensive contributions, reflected in his strong xG and xA stats, highlight his effectiveness in the final third. While his defensive metrics are not his strong suit, his reliable availability, missing only seven games in three seasons, makes him a durable asset for Lillestrøm SK.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Markus Karlsbakk
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mathis Suraysimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €3.2m | 93 | 89 |
| 2 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 93 | 86 |
| 3 | Christopher Scottsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 24 | €2.1m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Naatan Skyttäsimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 24 | €5.2m | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Odysseus Velanassimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 28 | €600k | 92 | 85 |
| 6 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Hull City | 31 | €1.4m | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Sammie Szmodicssimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 31 | €3.3m | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Josh Windasssimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 32 | €1.1m | 92 | 85 |
| 9 | Francis Onyekasimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 19 | €11m | 92 | 84 |
| 10 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 91 | 87 |
| 11 | Conor Chaplinsimilar↗ | Ipswich Town | 29 | €2.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Jeppe Erenbjergsimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 26 | €4.2m | 91 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Markus Karlsbakk
≈ 100% Markus Karlsbakk · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Markus Karlsbakk · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Markus Karlsbakk · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Markus Karlsbakk?
By Doppel's fit score, Mathis Suray (Go Ahead Eagles) is the closest profile to Markus Karlsbakk, with a 89/100 overall match. Alfie Devine and Christopher Scott are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Markus Karlsbakk?
Yes. Odysseus Velanas (PEC Zwolle) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Markus Karlsbakk?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Markus Karlsbakk's 2026 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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