Players like Jesper Gustavsson
CDM/CMMjällby AIF · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitJesper Gustavsson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jesper Gustavsson are Davide Buglio, Manuel Rodríguez, Matias Siltanen. Doppel rates Davide Buglio (Juve Stabia) a 79/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Abdellah Baallal scores 80/100 at about €100k. Data as of September 2026.
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Jesper Gustavsson is a steady defensive midfielder whose primary function is to provide stability in the center of the pitch. His durability shines through with no games missed in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability. While he may not excel in creating chances or contributing offensively, his consistent presence allows his teammates to flourish.
Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jesper Gustavsson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Davide Bugliosimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 28 | €600k | 92 | 79 |
| 2 | Manuel Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 21 | €1.0m | 91 | 80 |
| 3 | Matias Siltanensimilar↗ | Djurgårdens IF | 19 | €10m | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Melker Heiersimilar↗ | IK Sirius | 25 | €2.2m | 89 | 79 |
| 6 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 89 | 79 |
| 7 | Alexandre Phliponeausimilar↗ | US Concarneau | 26 | €300k | 89 | 79 |
| 8 | Josh Laurentsimilar↗ | Burnley | 31 | €1.5m | 88 | 79 |
| 9 | Davy Klaassensimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 33 | €2.1m | 87 | 79 |
| 10 | Jürgen Ekkelenkampsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 26 | €10m | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Julian Baassimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €800k | 86 | 78 |
| 12 | Gerard Yepessimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €700k | 86 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
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FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Jesper Gustavsson?
By Doppel's fit score, Davide Buglio (Juve Stabia) is the closest profile to Jesper Gustavsson, with a 79/100 overall match. Manuel Rodríguez and Matias Siltanen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jesper Gustavsson?
Yes. Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jesper Gustavsson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jesper Gustavsson's 2026 season, then ranks defensive midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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