Players like Aleksander Kjelsen
CBAalesunds FK · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitAleksander Kjelsen's profile ↗
Aleksander Kjelsen is a centre-back for Aalesunds FK in the Norwegian Eliteserien, having made 13 appearances and logged 1097 minutes in 2026. Players similar to Kjelsen include Stefan Leković from Villarreal B U23, who has a fit score of 80/100, and Matia Barzić of Cultural Leonesa, with a fit score of 81/100. Both players exhibit comparable defensive attributes and roles, making them suitable alternatives for teams seeking similar profiles.
About Aleksander Kjelsen
Aleksander Kjelsen is a developing centre-back whose current profile suggests he is still finding his footing in the role. Despite a lack of standout strengths, his durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the past three seasons. While his Sofascore rating places him in the bottom tier of his position, he has the potential to grow into a more impactful defender with experience and development.
Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Aleksander Kjelsen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stefan Lekovićsimilar↗ | Villarreal B U23 | 22 | €2.7m | 91 | 80 |
| 2 | Anes Cardaklijasimilar↗ | GAIS | 21 | €1.0m | 91 | 79 |
| 3 | Matia Barzićsimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 22 | €900k | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Gaby Jeansimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 26 | €1.4m | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Nathan Zohorésimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €900k | 89 | 79 |
| 6 | Gabriel Wallentinsimilar↗ | Halmstads BK | 25 | €400k | 89 | 79 |
| 7 | Aaron Kiil Olsensimilar↗ | Vålerenga IF | 25 | €800k | 89 | 79 |
| 8 | Xavi Sintessimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €400k | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Antonio Espigaressimilar↗ | Villarreal B U23 | 22 | €500k | 89 | 80 |
| 10 | Loris Mouyokolosimilar↗ | Grenoble Foot 38 | 25 | €1.2m | 89 | 79 |
| 11 | Rodri Suárezsimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 24 | €500k | 88 | 80 |
| 12 | Manuel Lamasimilar↗ | Granada | 25 | €1.5m | 88 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Aleksander Kjelsen
≈ 100% Aleksander Kjelsen · strong: Aerial duels won %, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Aleksander Kjelsen · medium reliability
≈ 100% Aleksander Kjelsen · low reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Aleksander Kjelsen?
By Doppel's fit score, Stefan Leković (Villarreal B U23) is the closest profile to Aleksander Kjelsen, with a 80/100 overall match. Anes Cardaklija and Matia Barzić are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Aleksander Kjelsen?
Yes. Gabriel Wallentin (Halmstads BK) plays a similar centre back role and rates 79/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Aleksander Kjelsen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Aleksander Kjelsen's 2026 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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