Players like Melker Heier
CM/CDMIK Sirius · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitMelker Heier's profile ↗
The players most similar to Melker Heier are Iván Morante, Markus Karlsbakk, Barry Bannan. Doppel rates Iván Morante (Burgos Club de Fútbol) a 80/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Barry Bannan scores 80/100 at about €200k. Data as of September 2026.
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Melker Heier is a dependable central midfielder known for his durability and work rate, featuring prominently in 29 matches this season. While he doesn’t excel in aerial or dueling metrics, his role as a defensive midfielder allows him to contribute effectively to the team's structure and distribution, evidenced by his three assists. With no games missed in the last three seasons, Heier is a reliable presence on the pitch, making him a solid option for any squad looking to bolster their midfield stability.
Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Melker Heier
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iván Morantesimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 25 | €1.0m | 92 | 80 |
| 2 | Markus Karlsbakksimilar↗ | Lillestrøm SK | 26 | €1.5m | 88 | 81 |
| 3 | Barry Bannansimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 37 | €200k | 87 | 80 |
| 4 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 87 | 81 |
| 5 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 87 | 81 |
| 6 | Jürgen Ekkelenkampsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 26 | €10m | 86 | 79 |
| 7 | Angel Gomessimilar↗ | Lille | 26 | €11m | 85 | 80 |
| 8 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 85 | 82 |
| 9 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 85 | 82 |
| 10 | Jens Hjertø-Dahlsimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 21 | €9.6m | 84 | 79 |
| 11 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 84 | 82 |
| 12 | Olivier Ntchamsimilar↗ | Samsunspor | 30 | €1.9m | 84 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Melker Heier
≈ 100% Melker Heier · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Melker Heier · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Melker Heier · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Melker Heier?
By Doppel's fit score, Iván Morante (Burgos Club de Fútbol) is the closest profile to Melker Heier, with a 80/100 overall match. Markus Karlsbakk and Barry Bannan are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Melker Heier?
Yes. Barry Bannan (Sheffield Wednesday) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Melker Heier?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Melker Heier'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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