Players like Juhani Pikkarainen
CB/LBDegerfors IF · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitJuhani Pikkarainen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Juhani Pikkarainen are Gustavo Henrique, Andrea Tiritiello, Petko Hristov. Doppel rates Gustavo Henrique (Corinthians) a 84/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Andrea Tiritiello scores 88/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Juhani Pikkarainen is a dominant aerial defender, excelling in winning duels and clearances, making him a formidable presence at the back. Ranked in the top 10% of his positional peers, he showcases elite defensive capabilities and remarkable durability, missing no games in the last three seasons. While his tackling and interceptions could be improved, his strengths in aerial battles ensure he remains a critical asset in both defensive and set-piece situations.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Juhani Pikkarainen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Corinthians | 33 | €600k | 95 | 84 |
| 2 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 94 | 88 |
| 3 | Petko Hristovsimilar↗ | Spezia | 27 | €1.5m | 94 | 80 |
| 4 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 94 | 86 |
| 5 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 92 | 82 |
| 8 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Luton Town | 25 | €6.7m | 92 | 82 |
| 9 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 91 | 82 |
| 10 | Henrik Sælebakke Falchenersimilar↗ | Viking FK | 23 | €6.4m | 91 | 82 |
| 11 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 24 | €24m | 91 | 83 |
| 12 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 91 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Juhani Pikkarainen
≈ 100% Juhani Pikkarainen · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Juhani Pikkarainen · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won %, Shots /90
≈ 100% Juhani Pikkarainen · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Juhani Pikkarainen?
By Doppel's fit score, Gustavo Henrique (Corinthians) is the closest profile to Juhani Pikkarainen, with a 84/100 overall match. Andrea Tiritiello and Petko Hristov are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Juhani Pikkarainen?
Yes. Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) plays a similar centre back role and rates 88/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Juhani Pikkarainen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Juhani Pikkarainen'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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