Players like Magnus Westergaard
CMVålerenga IF · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitMagnus Westergaard's profile ↗
Magnus Westergaard is a central midfielder for Vålerenga IF in the Norwegian Eliteserien, having made 14 appearances in 2026, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist. Players similar to Westergaard include Samba Diba from Grenoble Foot 38 with a fit score of 78/100, Justin Smith of Sporting Gijón also at 78/100, and Matt Crooks from Hull City, matching the same fit score. Additionally, Mats Pannewig from VfL Bochum 1848 offers a slightly higher fit score of 80/100.
About Magnus Westergaard
Magnus Westergaard is a durable and reliable central midfielder, known for his aerial prowess, ranking in the top 16% of his positional peers. Despite his limited contributions in possession and distribution, he brings a solid presence in the air and has missed no games in the last three seasons, showcasing his resilience. While he may not be the most dynamic playmaker, his durability and aerial strength make him a dependable option in the midfield.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Magnus Westergaard
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samba Dibasimilar↗ | Grenoble Foot 38 | 23 | €400k | 91 | 78 |
| 2 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 90 | 78 |
| 3 | Matt Crookssimilar↗ | Hull City | 32 | €700k | 89 | 78 |
| 4 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 89 | 80 |
| 5 | Javi Villarsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 23 | €600k | 89 | 78 |
| 6 | Théo Chennahisimilar↗ | Montpellier | 21 | €2.4m | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Josh Laurentsimilar↗ | Burnley | 31 | €1.5m | 88 | 79 |
| 8 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €1.1m | 88 | 80 |
| 9 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 88 | 79 |
| 10 | Christian Comottosimilar↗ | Spezia | 18 | €5.5m | 87 | 78 |
| 11 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 87 | 78 |
| 12 | Nordin Bukalasimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 21 | €600k | 87 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Magnus Westergaard
≈ 100% Magnus Westergaard · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Magnus Westergaard · medium reliability
≈ 100% Magnus Westergaard · strong: Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Magnus Westergaard?
By Doppel's fit score, Samba Diba (Grenoble Foot 38) is the closest profile to Magnus Westergaard, with a 78/100 overall match. Justin Smith and Matt Crooks are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Magnus Westergaard?
Yes. Samba Diba (Grenoble Foot 38) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Magnus Westergaard?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Magnus Westergaard'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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