Players like Mikael Dyrestam
CBÖrgryte IS · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitMikael Dyrestam's profile ↗
The players most similar to Mikael Dyrestam are Axel Drouhin, Gabriele Guarino, Patrick Nkoa. Doppel rates Axel Drouhin (Annecy FC) a 82/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Patrick Nkoa scores 85/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Mikael Dyrestam is a seasoned aerial defender known for his ability to dominate in the air and create big chances from the back. Although his overall quality ranks him in the bottom 18% of his positional peers, his impressive aerial duel statistics highlight his effectiveness in defensive situations. With a remarkable durability, having missed no games in the last three seasons, Dyrestam remains a reliable presence on the pitch, contributing both defensively and in set-piece scenarios.
Strengths: Big chances created, Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mikael Dyrestam
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Axel Drouhinsimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 26 | €1.2m | 95 | 82 |
| 2 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 91 | 87 |
| 3 | Patrick Nkoasimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 27 | €700k | 91 | 85 |
| 4 | Hélitonsimilar↗ | Göztepe | 31 | €1.1m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Michał Heliksimilar↗ | Oxford United | 31 | €1.0m | 89 | 85 |
| 6 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 88 | 81 |
| 7 | Patrick Mainkasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 32 | €2.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 8 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 25 | €6.7m | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 87 | 84 |
| 10 | Filippo Delli Carrisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €1.4m | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 87 | 85 |
| 12 | Gabriele Calvanisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €3.7m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mikael Dyrestam
≈ 100% Mikael Dyrestam · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Mikael Dyrestam · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Mikael Dyrestam · strong: xG + xA, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Mikael Dyrestam?
Statistically, Axel Drouhin (Annecy FC) is the closest look-alike to Mikael Dyrestam — a 82/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Mikael Dyrestam?
By Doppel's fit score, Axel Drouhin (Annecy FC) is the closest profile to Mikael Dyrestam, with a 82/100 overall match. Gabriele Guarino and Patrick Nkoa are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mikael Dyrestam?
Yes. Patrick Nkoa (Eintracht Braunschweig) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mikael Dyrestam?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Mikael Dyrestam's 2026 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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