Ruud Nijstad — stats, profile & similar players (2026)
centre back · FC Twente · NED-Eredivisie · age 18 · €11m
Ruud Nijstad is a ball-playing centre-back with a knack for launching precise long balls and contributing to the attack, evidenced by his impressive finishing and accurate final-third passes. Despite being in the bottom 32% of his positional peers overall, his durability is a standout trait—having missed no games in three seasons. While he may need to improve in duels and aerial challenges, his ability to influence play from the back showcases his potential as a creative defensive talent.
Strengths
- Accurate long balls /90
- Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
- Accurate final-third passes /90
Weaknesses
- Duels won /90
- Successful dribbles /90
- Aerial duels won %
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FAQ
- Who is most similar to Ruud Nijstad?
- The players most statistically similar to Ruud Nijstad (centre back) are Daniele Rugani, Alexandre Penetra, Nehemiah Fernandez, ranked by Doppel on real per-season data.
- What position does Ruud Nijstad play?
- Ruud Nijstad plays as a centre back for FC Twente in the NED-Eredivisie.
- What is Ruud Nijstad's market value?
- Ruud Nijstad's market value is €11m.
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