Players like Nikola Vasic
STGAIS · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitNikola Vasic's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nikola Vasic are Lars-Jørgen Salvesen, Kasper Høgh, Mikkel Ladefoged. Doppel rates Lars-Jørgen Salvesen (Derby County) a 80/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Lars-Jørgen Salvesen scores 80/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Nikola Vasic is a seasoned penalty-box poacher, adept at converting chances with impressive goal-scoring prowess evident in his 16 goals this season. With a Sofascore rating in the top 8% of his peers, he showcases elite finishing ability and aerial strength, winning a notable percentage of duels. However, his injury history raises concerns about reliability, as he has missed a significant number of games in recent seasons. Nonetheless, when fit, Vasic remains a potent threat in the final third.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 20 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nikola Vasic
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lars-Jørgen Salvesensimilar↗ | Derby County | 30 | €500k | 95 | 80 |
| 2 | Kasper Høghsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 26 | €12m | 95 | 82 |
| 3 | Mikkel Ladefogedsimilar↗ | Västerås SK | 23 | €700k | 94 | 80 |
| 4 | Ayase Uedasimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 28 | €19m | 93 | 83 |
| 5 | Ibrahim Diabatésimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 27 | €1.4m | 93 | 80 |
| 6 | Diego Garcíasimilar↗ | Leganés | 26 | €1.6m | 92 | 79 |
| 7 | Blaž Kramersimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 30 | €900k | 91 | 81 |
| 8 | Ante Budimirsimilar↗ | Osasuna | 35 | €2.6m | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Pape Moussa Fallsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 22 | €3.7m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Benjamin Källmansimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 28 | €3.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Samuel Essendesimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 28 | €2.6m | 90 | 80 |
| 12 | Álex Foréssimilar↗ | Real Oviedo | 25 | €600k | 90 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nikola Vasic
≈ 100% Nikola Vasic · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Nikola Vasic · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Nikola Vasic · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Nikola Vasic?
Statistically, Lars-Jørgen Salvesen (Derby County) is the closest look-alike to Nikola Vasic — a 80/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Nikola Vasic?
By Doppel's fit score, Lars-Jørgen Salvesen (Derby County) is the closest profile to Nikola Vasic, with a 80/100 overall match. Kasper Høgh and Mikkel Ladefoged are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nikola Vasic?
Yes. Lars-Jørgen Salvesen (Derby County) plays a similar striker role and rates 80/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nikola Vasic?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nikola Vasic's 2024 season, then ranks strikers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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