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 July 2026.
About Tom Pettersson
Tom Pettersson is a versatile, attacking-minded centre-back who thrives in offensive contributions, evidenced by his impressive goal and assist tally. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 8% of his positional peers, he showcases his quality through strong aerial ability and an eye for goal, making him a valuable asset in set-piece situations. His durability is noteworthy, having missed no matches in the last three seasons, solidifying his reliability 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↗ | Corinthians | 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↗ | Corinthians | 33 | €600k | 90 | 80 |
| 8 | Pietro Ceccaronisimilar↗ | Palermo | 31 | €1.5m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Bryant Nielingsimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.4m | 88 | 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 · data: Sofascore, 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 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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