Players like Dennis Widgren
LBIK Sirius · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitDennis Widgren's profile ↗
The players most similar to Dennis Widgren are Dean James, Abner Vinícius, Tom Strannegård. Doppel rates Dean James (Go Ahead Eagles) a 87/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Tom Strannegård scores 83/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Dennis Widgren is a reliable ball-playing left-back, showcasing his ability to deliver accurate long balls, ranking in the top 12% among his peers. With a Sofascore rating in the top 30%, he consistently demonstrates quality in his game, contributing significantly to his team's build-up play. His durability is a standout trait, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a dependable asset on the pitch. While he may struggle in duels, his passing prowess makes him a valuable contributor in transition.
Strengths: Accurate long balls. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Dennis Widgren
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dean Jamessimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 26 | €1.6m | 92 | 87 |
| 2 | Abner Viníciussimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 26 | €9.2m | 90 | 81 |
| 3 | Tom Strannegårdsimilar↗ | IK Start | 24 | €600k | 89 | 83 |
| 4 | Ryan Gilessimilar↗ | Hull City | 26 | €11m | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | Bas Kuiperssimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 32 | €800k | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Taiga Hatasimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €2.4m | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Tiago Araújosimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 88 | 84 |
| 8 | Joachim Soltvedtsimilar↗ | SK Brann | 31 | €700k | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Jonas Lange Hjorthsimilar↗ | KFUM Oslo | 25 | €400k | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Gianluca Frabottasimilar↗ | Cesena | 27 | €1.5m | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Daniel Svenssonsimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 24 | €20m | 87 | 83 |
| 12 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Dennis Widgren
≈ 100% Dennis Widgren · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Dennis Widgren · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Dennis Widgren · strong: Accurate crosses, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Dennis Widgren?
Statistically, Dean James (Go Ahead Eagles) is the closest look-alike to Dennis Widgren — a 87/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Dennis Widgren?
By Doppel's fit score, Dean James (Go Ahead Eagles) is the closest profile to Dennis Widgren, with a 87/100 overall match. Abner Vinícius and Tom Strannegård are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Dennis Widgren?
Yes. Tom Strannegård (IK Start) plays a similar left back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Dennis Widgren?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Dennis Widgren's 2025 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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