Players like Robin Gosens
LM/LBFC Schalke 04 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRobin Gosens's profile ↗
The players most similar to Robin Gosens are Ross Sykes, Piero Hincapié, Maik Nawrocki. Doppel rates Ross Sykes (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Danny Bakker scores 81/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Robin Gosens is a dynamic left-back with a knack for scoring, making him an attacking threat from the backline. With a Sofascore rating in the top 13% of his peers, he excels in finishing and aerial duels, showcasing his ability to contribute both defensively and offensively. Despite a history of injuries, his impressive goal and assist tally this season underlines his reliability when on the pitch, making him a key asset for FC Schalke 04.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 19 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Robin Gosens
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Piero Hincapiésimilar↗ | Arsenal | 24 | €46m | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €1.4m | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Martin Fresesimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 28 | €2.7m | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | Junior Firposimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €3.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 88 | 80 |
| 9 | Felix Agusimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 27 | €4.7m | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | Kevin Dikssimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 30 | €4.8m | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 87 | 84 |
| 12 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 87 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Robin Gosens
≈ 100% Robin Gosens · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Robin Gosens · strong: Touches, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Robin Gosens · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Robin Gosens?
Statistically, Ross Sykes (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise) is the closest look-alike to Robin Gosens — a 83/100 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 Robin Gosens?
By Doppel's fit score, Ross Sykes (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise) is the closest profile to Robin Gosens, with a 83/100 overall match. Piero Hincapié and Maik Nawrocki are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Robin Gosens?
Yes. Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) plays a similar left midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Robin Gosens?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Robin Gosens's 2025/26 season, then ranks left midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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