Players like Stefan de Vrij
CBInter · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitStefan de Vrij's profile ↗
The players most similar to Stefan de Vrij are Jaydee Canvot, Ahmetcan Kaplan, Marc Kempf. Doppel rates Jaydee Canvot (Crystal Palace) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rio Hillen scores 85/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Stefan de Vrij is a dynamic, goal-scoring centre-back known for his exceptional finishing ability and aerial prowess. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 22% of his positional peers, he consistently makes an impact in the final third, netting three goals this season. His reliability is underscored by limited missed games over the past three seasons, making him a durable presence in defence, though his contributions in build-up play could be more pronounced.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals, Touches. Availability: 15 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Stefan de Vrij
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jaydee Canvotsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 20 | €25m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Ahmetcan Kaplansimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 23 | €6.5m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Marc Kempfsimilar↗ | Como | 31 | €3.4m | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Juan Foythsimilar↗ | Villarreal | 28 | €8.6m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Jacobo Ramónsimilar↗ | Como | 21 | €32m | 91 | 86 |
| 6 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Teo Quinterosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 27 | €1.2m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 90 | 85 |
| 10 | Ben Godfreysimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 28 | €4.7m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Kevin Dikssimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 30 | €4.8m | 90 | 84 |
| 12 | Piero Hincapiésimilar↗ | Arsenal | 24 | €46m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Stefan de Vrij
≈ 100% Stefan de Vrij · strong: Clearances, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Stefan de Vrij · strong: Duels won, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Stefan de Vrij · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Stefan de Vrij?
Statistically, Jaydee Canvot (Crystal Palace) is the closest look-alike to Stefan de Vrij — a 82/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Stefan de Vrij?
By Doppel's fit score, Jaydee Canvot (Crystal Palace) is the closest profile to Stefan de Vrij, with a 82/100 overall match. Ahmetcan Kaplan and Marc Kempf are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Stefan de Vrij?
Yes. Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Stefan de Vrij?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Stefan de Vrij's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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