Players like Carl Lange
CM/CAMVålerenga IF · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitCarl Lange's profile ↗
Carl Lange is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Vålerenga IF in the Norwegian Eliteserien, with 14 appearances in 2026, contributing 4 goals and 1 assist. Players similar to Lange include Christopher Scott from Royal Antwerp FC, who has a fit score of 82/100, and Markus Karlsbakk from Lillestrøm SK, with a fit score of 80/100. Both offer comparable roles and statistical profiles within their respective leagues.
About Carl Lange
Carl Lange is a reliable central midfielder known for his durability and work rate. With a Sofascore rating in the top 35% of his positional peers, he brings stability to the midfield, contributing consistently with his presence over 2260 minutes this season. While he may not be a standout in creating chances or winning duels, his ability to maintain fitness and contribute defensively makes him a valuable asset to any squad.
Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Carl Lange
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Christopher Scottsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 24 | €2.1m | 89 | 83 |
| 2 | Markus Karlsbakksimilar↗ | Lillestrøm SK | 26 | €1.5m | 89 | 80 |
| 3 | Franco Tongyasimilar↗ | Gençlerbirliği | 24 | €1.9m | 88 | 80 |
| 4 | Ilias Koutsoupiassimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €3.3m | 86 | 80 |
| 5 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 86 | 82 |
| 6 | Sammie Szmodicssimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 31 | €3.3m | 86 | 82 |
| 7 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 86 | 81 |
| 8 | Jeppe Erenbjergsimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 26 | €4.2m | 86 | 82 |
| 9 | Mathis Suraysimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €3.2m | 86 | 84 |
| 10 | Sem Steijnsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 25 | €12m | 86 | 82 |
| 11 | George Earthysimilar↗ | Bristol City | 22 | €1.9m | 86 | 81 |
| 12 | Conor Chaplinsimilar↗ | Ipswich Town | 29 | €2.1m | 85 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Carl Lange
≈ 100% Carl Lange · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Carl Lange · medium reliability
≈ 100% Carl Lange · low reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Carl Lange?
By Doppel's fit score, Christopher Scott (Royal Antwerp FC) is the closest profile to Carl Lange, with a 83/100 overall match. Markus Karlsbakk and Franco Tongya are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Carl Lange?
Yes. Arno Verschueren (Sparta Rotterdam) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Carl Lange?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Carl Lange'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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