Players like Kolbeinn Thordarson
CM/CDMIFK Göteborg · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitKolbeinn Thordarson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Kolbeinn Thordarson are Casper Nielsen, Lewis Baker, Elias Kristoffersen Hagen. Doppel rates Casper Nielsen (Standard Liège) a 81/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Elias Kristoffersen Hagen scores 81/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Kolbeinn Thordarson is a reliable defensive midfielder known for his durability and work rate, contributing significantly to IFK Göteborg's midfield stability. With a Sofascore rating in the top 34% of his positional peers, he consistently showcases his ability to anchor the midfield, although he may not be the most creative playmaker. His impressive availability, having missed no games in the last three seasons, highlights his reliability and commitment to the team.
Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Kolbeinn Thordarson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Casper Nielsensimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 32 | €1.4m | 91 | 81 |
| 2 | Lewis Bakersimilar↗ | Stoke City | 31 | €1.1m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Elias Kristoffersen Hagensimilar↗ | Aalesunds FK | 26 | €600k | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Ilias Koutsoupiassimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €3.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Dani De Witsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 28 | €3.8m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Davy Klaassensimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 33 | €2.1m | 90 | 80 |
| 7 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Espanyol | 21 | €1.1m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | FC Twente | 29 | €700k | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Rolando Mandragorasimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €8.6m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Jochem Ritmeester van de Kampsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 23 | €1.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Emiliano Marcondessimilar↗ | Norwich City | 31 | €600k | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kolbeinn Thordarson
≈ 100% Kolbeinn Thordarson · strong: Accurate crosses, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Kolbeinn Thordarson · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Kolbeinn Thordarson · strong: Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Kolbeinn Thordarson?
By Doppel's fit score, Casper Nielsen (Standard Liège) is the closest profile to Kolbeinn Thordarson, with a 81/100 overall match. Lewis Baker and Elias Kristoffersen Hagen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Kolbeinn Thordarson?
Yes. Elias Kristoffersen Hagen (Aalesunds FK) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Kolbeinn Thordarson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Kolbeinn Thordarson's 2025 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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