Players like Davy Klaassen
CMAFC Ajax · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDavy Klaassen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Davy Klaassen are Dani De Wit, Jack Hinshelwood, Victor Jensen. Doppel rates Dani De Wit (AZ Alkmaar) a 83/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Arno Verschueren scores 86/100 at about €700k. Data as of July 2026.
About Davy Klaassen
Davy Klaassen is a goal-scoring central midfielder with a knack for finishing, making him a potent attacking threat in the final third. His impressive output of 8 goals in 31 appearances this season places him in the top tier of his positional peers, showcasing his ability to convert chances effectively. With only five games missed over the last three seasons, his durability adds to his value as a reliable asset for any team looking to bolster their midfield.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Davy Klaassen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dani De Witsimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 28 | €3.8m | 94 | 83 |
| 2 | Jack Hinshelwoodsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 21 | €27m | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | Victor Jensensimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €2.3m | 93 | 88 |
| 4 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 92 | 86 |
| 5 | Rolando Mandragorasimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 29 | €8.6m | 92 | 83 |
| 6 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Kerim Mrabtisimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 32 | €1.1m | 92 | 82 |
| 8 | Guus Tilsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 29 | €16m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Tomáš Součeksimilar↗ | West Ham United | 31 | €9.7m | 92 | 82 |
| 10 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €22m | 91 | 82 |
| 11 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Lecce | 30 | €900k | 91 | 83 |
| 12 | Pieter Gerkenssimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 31 | €700k | 91 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Davy Klaassen
≈ 100% Davy Klaassen · strong: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Davy Klaassen · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Davy Klaassen · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Davy Klaassen?
By Doppel's fit score, Dani De Wit (AZ Alkmaar) is the closest profile to Davy Klaassen, with a 83/100 overall match. Jack Hinshelwood and Victor Jensen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Davy Klaassen?
Yes. Arno Verschueren (Sparta Rotterdam) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Davy Klaassen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Davy Klaassen's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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