Matthijs de Ligt — stats, profile & similar players (2026)
centre back · Manchester United · ENG-Premier League · age 27 · €32m
Matthijs de Ligt is a dynamic, goal-scoring centre-back who excels in contributing offensively from the back. With his impressive ability to generate shots and non-penalty goals, he stands out in the top 10% of his peers, showcasing his attacking instincts. Although he has struggled with injuries, his overall quality remains strong, reflecting a player who can significantly impact both defensive solidity and offensive set-pieces when fit.
Strengths
- Shots /90
- Touches /90
- Non-penalty goals /90
- xG + xA /90
Weaknesses
- Accurate long balls /90
- Big chances created /90
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FAQ
- Who is most similar to Matthijs de Ligt?
- The players most statistically similar to Matthijs de Ligt (centre back) are Marc Guéhi, Jan Paul van Hecke, Kike Salas, ranked by Doppel on real per-season data.
- What position does Matthijs de Ligt play?
- Matthijs de Ligt plays as a centre back for Manchester United in the ENG-Premier League.
- What is Matthijs de Ligt's market value?
- Matthijs de Ligt's market value is €32m.
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