Players like Pelle Mattsson
CM/CDMNorwich City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPelle Mattsson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Pelle Mattsson are Samú Costa, Darko Nejašmić, Pape Gueye. Doppel rates Samú Costa (Mallorca) a 80/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Daniel Requena scores 82/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Pelle Mattsson is a robust defensive midfielder known for his aerial prowess and combative presence in duels. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 35% of his positional peers, he excels in winning headers and challenges, contributing solidly to both defensive solidity and goal-scoring opportunities. While his creativity in playmaking may not be his strongest suit, his reliability on the pitch, having missed only 8 games in three seasons, underscores his value as a durable and consistent asset in midfield.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Duels won, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 8 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Pelle Mattsson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samú Costasimilar↗ | Mallorca | 26 | €15m | 93 | 80 |
| 2 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Pape Gueyesimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €39m | 92 | 80 |
| 4 | Amir Richardsonsimilar↗ | Le Havre | 24 | €3.9m | 92 | 81 |
| 5 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 24 | €1.4m | 92 | 80 |
| 6 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 28 | €2.6m | 91 | 81 |
| 7 | Frank Anguissasimilar↗ | SSC Napoli | 31 | €15m | 91 | 80 |
| 8 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Andrey Santossimilar↗ | Manchester United | 22 | €39m | 90 | 80 |
| 10 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 90 | 80 |
| 11 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
| 12 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Pelle Mattsson
≈ 100% Pelle Mattsson · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Pelle Mattsson · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Pelle Mattsson · strong: Shots, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate long balls /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Pelle Mattsson?
Statistically, Samú Costa (Mallorca) is the closest look-alike to Pelle Mattsson — a 80/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Pelle Mattsson?
By Doppel's fit score, Samú Costa (Mallorca) is the closest profile to Pelle Mattsson, with a 80/100 overall match. Darko Nejašmić and Pape Gueye are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Pelle Mattsson?
Yes. Daniel Requena (Levante UD) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Pelle Mattsson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Pelle Mattsson'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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