Players like Niklas Hult
LB/LMIF Elfsborg · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitNiklas Hult's profile ↗
The players most similar to Niklas Hult are Eirik Franke Saunes, Louis Oppie, Yusuf Özdemir. Doppel rates Eirik Franke Saunes (Bryne FK) a 83/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jonas Lange Hjorth scores 82/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Niklas Hult is a seasoned left-back who excels in providing width and supporting the attack from deep. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 33% of his peers, he showcases durability, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While aerial duels may not be his forte, his experience and tactical intelligence make him a reliable presence on the pitch, capable of contributing effectively to both defense and offense.
Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Niklas Hult
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eirik Franke Saunessimilar↗ | Bryne FK | 28 | €500k | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | Louis Oppiesimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 24 | €2.4m | 90 | 81 |
| 3 | Yusuf Özdemirsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 25 | €3.1m | 89 | 81 |
| 4 | Álvaro Garcíasimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 34 | €1.5m | 88 | 84 |
| 5 | George Thomasonsimilar↗ | Wrexham | 24 | €2.4m | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Jonas Lange Hjorthsimilar↗ | KFUM Oslo | 25 | €400k | 88 | 82 |
| 7 | Ianis Stoicasimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 24 | €1.5m | 88 | 86 |
| 8 | Dean Jamessimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 26 | €1.6m | 87 | 83 |
| 9 | Henok Teklabsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 28 | €900k | 87 | 82 |
| 10 | Tom Strannegårdsimilar↗ | IK Start | 24 | €600k | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Luca Zanimacchiasimilar↗ | Modena | 28 | €1.4m | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Daniel Svenssonsimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 24 | €20m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Niklas Hult
≈ 100% Niklas Hult · low reliability
≈ 100% Niklas Hult · strong: Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Niklas Hult · strong: Non-penalty goals, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Niklas Hult?
By Doppel's fit score, Eirik Franke Saunes (Bryne FK) is the closest profile to Niklas Hult, with a 83/100 overall match. Louis Oppie and Yusuf Özdemir are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Niklas Hult?
Yes. Jonas Lange Hjorth (KFUM Oslo) plays a similar left back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Niklas Hult?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Niklas Hult's 2026 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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