Players like Axel Henriksson
CMBlackburn Rovers · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAxel Henriksson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Axel Henriksson are Jon Guridi, Andrea Franzoni, Serginho. Doppel rates Jon Guridi (Sevilla) a 81/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Shiloh 't Zand scores 82/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Axel Henriksson is a dynamic box-to-box midfielder, showcasing a knack for scoring with an impressive rate of non-penalty goals. His aerial ability stands out, winning a significant percentage of duels, while his tenacity shines through in high possession recovery in the attacking third. With a Sofascore rating in the top 45% of his peers and remarkable durability—missing no games in three seasons—Henriksson is a reliable engine in the midfield, making him a valuable asset for Blackburn Rovers.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Axel Henriksson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jon Guridisimilar↗ | Sevilla | 31 | €1.7m | 89 | 81 |
| 2 | Andrea Franzonisimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 29 | €700k | 87 | 82 |
| 3 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 87 | 81 |
| 4 | Louis Moutonsimilar↗ | Angers | 24 | €4.1m | 87 | 81 |
| 5 | Shiloh 't Zandsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €300k | 87 | 82 |
| 6 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 86 | 82 |
| 7 | Gaetano Oristaniosimilar↗ | Parma | 24 | €4.5m | 86 | 83 |
| 8 | Christantus Uchesimilar↗ | Getafe | 23 | €13m | 86 | 81 |
| 9 | Karamoko Dembélésimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 23 | €2.1m | 86 | 80 |
| 10 | Justin Lonwijksimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €800k | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Omri Gandelmansimilar↗ | Lecce | 26 | €2.8m | 85 | 82 |
| 12 | Christoph Baumgartnersimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 27 | €42m | 85 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Axel Henriksson
≈ 100% Axel Henriksson · strong: Aerial duels won, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Axel Henriksson · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Axel Henriksson · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Axel Henriksson?
Statistically, Jon Guridi (Sevilla) is the closest look-alike to Axel Henriksson — a 81/100 profile match (89/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Axel Henriksson?
By Doppel's fit score, Jon Guridi (Sevilla) is the closest profile to Axel Henriksson, with a 81/100 overall match. Andrea Franzoni and Serginho are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Axel Henriksson?
Yes. Shiloh 't Zand (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Axel Henriksson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Axel Henriksson's 2025/26 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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