Players like Valentin Gendrey
RBTSG Hoffenheim · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitValentin Gendrey's profile ↗
The players most similar to Valentin Gendrey are Ruben Aguilar, Jurriën Timber, Rasmus Kristensen. Doppel rates Ruben Aguilar (RC Lens) a 84/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Louis Patris scores 85/100 at about €2.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Valentin Gendrey is a resilient right-back with a combative style, excelling in duels and aerial challenges, making him a solid defensive asset. With a Sofascore rating in the top 33% of his peers, he consistently contributes to both defense and attack, netting 2 goals and providing 3 assists in 37 appearances this season. While his injury history raises concerns about durability, when fit, Gendrey showcases his ability to impact the game on both ends of the pitch.
Strengths: Duels won, Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 31 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Valentin Gendrey
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ruben Aguilarsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €2.7m | 94 | 84 |
| 2 | Jurriën Timbersimilar↗ | Arsenal | 25 | €73m | 93 | 84 |
| 3 | Rasmus Kristensensimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 29 | €11m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Lorenz Assignonsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 26 | €8.7m | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Jordan Tezesimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 27 | €16m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Arthursimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 23 | €7.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Louis Patrissimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 25 | €2.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Ridle Bakusimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €13m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Kieran Trippiersimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 36 | €1.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 10 | Marnon Buschsimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 32 | €1.1m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Przemysław Frankowskisimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 31 | €6.5m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Aitor Ruibalsimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €3.9m | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Valentin Gendrey
≈ 100% Valentin Gendrey · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Valentin Gendrey · strong: Accurate final-third passes, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, xG + xA /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Valentin Gendrey · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Valentin Gendrey?
Statistically, Ruben Aguilar (RC Lens) is the closest look-alike to Valentin Gendrey — a 84/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Valentin Gendrey?
By Doppel's fit score, Ruben Aguilar (RC Lens) is the closest profile to Valentin Gendrey, with a 84/100 overall match. Jurriën Timber and Rasmus Kristensen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Valentin Gendrey?
Yes. Louis Patris (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise) plays a similar right back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €2.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Valentin Gendrey?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Valentin Gendrey's 2024/25 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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