Players like Tom Pettersson
CB/LB/RBMjällby AIF · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitTom Pettersson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Tom Pettersson are Henrik Sælebakke Falchener, Cacá, Thomas Keller. Doppel rates Henrik Sælebakke Falchener (Viking FK) a 82/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Andrea Tiritiello scores 86/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Tom Pettersson is a versatile and durable defender, adept at both centre-back and left-back roles, showcasing a strong attacking presence with his notable goal-scoring ability. Ranking in the top 12% of his positional peers, he excels in aerial duels and contributes effectively to the attack, evidenced by his impressive shots and goals per 90 minutes. While he may not excel in tackles or interceptions, his reliability is underscored by an unblemished availability record over the past three seasons, making him a dependable asset on the pitch.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots, Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Tom Pettersson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Henrik Sælebakke Falchenersimilar↗ | Viking FK | 23 | €6.4m | 94 | 82 |
| 2 | Cacásimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €1.5m | 92 | 87 |
| 3 | Thomas Kellersimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 27 | €1.3m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 91 | 86 |
| 5 | Mattia Banisimilar↗ | Palermo | 33 | €1.3m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 33 | €600k | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Pietro Ceccaronisimilar↗ | Palermo | 31 | €1.5m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Bryant Nielingsimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.4m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Odin Luras Bjørtuftsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 28 | €4.1m | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 88 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Tom Pettersson
≈ 100% Tom Pettersson · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Tom Pettersson · strong: Non-penalty goals, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Tom Pettersson · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Tom Pettersson?
Statistically, Henrik Sælebakke Falchener (Viking FK) is the closest look-alike to Tom Pettersson — a 82/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Tom Pettersson?
By Doppel's fit score, Henrik Sælebakke Falchener (Viking FK) is the closest profile to Tom Pettersson, with a 82/100 overall match. Cacá and Thomas Keller are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Tom Pettersson?
Yes. Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Tom Pettersson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Tom Pettersson's 2025 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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