Players like Kristoffer Askildsen
CM/CAMSampdoria · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitKristoffer Askildsen's profile ↗
Kristoffer Askildsen is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Sampdoria in Serie B, having made 13 appearances in 2026, contributing 5 goals and 1 assist. Players similar to Askildsen include Arno Verschueren from Sparta Rotterdam, who achieved a fit score of 84/100, and Lilian Egloff of Karlsruher SC, with a fit score of 82/100. Both players exhibit comparable roles and statistical profiles to Askildsen.
About Kristoffer Askildsen
Kristoffer Askildsen is a dynamic central midfielder with a knack for aerial dominance and finishing, making him a valuable asset in both defensive and attacking phases. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 32% of his peers, he showcases reliability and consistency, missing only four games in three seasons. While he may not excel in dribbling or playmaking, his ability to control aerial duels and convert scoring opportunities sets him apart as a robust presence in midfield.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Kristoffer Askildsen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 92 | 84 |
| 2 | Lilian Egloffsimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 24 | €1.6m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Vito van Crooijsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 30 | €900k | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Christopher Scottsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 24 | €2.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Ilias Koutsoupiassimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €3.3m | 91 | 82 |
| 6 | Taliscasimilar↗ | Fenerbahçe | 32 | €7.7m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Victor Jensensimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €2.3m | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Liam Cullensimilar↗ | Swansea City | 27 | €3.1m | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Sem Steijnsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 25 | €12m | 90 | 85 |
| 10 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Hull City | 31 | €1.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Scott Twinesimilar↗ | Bristol City | 27 | €14m | 89 | 81 |
| 12 | Carlo Holsesimilar↗ | Samsunspor | 27 | €6.5m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kristoffer Askildsen
≈ 100% Kristoffer Askildsen · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Kristoffer Askildsen · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Kristoffer Askildsen · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Kristoffer Askildsen?
By Doppel's fit score, Arno Verschueren (Sparta Rotterdam) is the closest profile to Kristoffer Askildsen, with a 84/100 overall match. Lilian Egloff and Vito van Crooij are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Kristoffer Askildsen?
Yes. Arno Verschueren (Sparta Rotterdam) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Kristoffer Askildsen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Kristoffer Askildsen'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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