Players like Calvin Verdonk
LB/CBNEC Nijmegen · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCalvin Verdonk's profile ↗
The players most similar to Calvin Verdonk are Harry Pickering, Eric Smith, Martin Frese. Doppel rates Harry Pickering (Blackburn Rovers) a 83/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Yuri Berchiche scores 83/100 at about €900k. Data as of September 2026.
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Calvin Verdonk is a dynamic left-back with a robust defensive profile, excelling in tackles and interceptions, ranking in the top 4% among his peers. His ability to win possession in the attacking third and contribute key passes showcases his dual-threat capability, making him a valuable asset in both defense and transition. With only one game missed in the last three seasons, Verdonk’s durability enhances his reliability on the pitch, solidifying his status as a top performer in the Eredivisie.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Possession won in att. third, Touches. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Calvin Verdonk
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harry Pickeringsimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 28 | €1.9m | 90 | 83 |
| 2 | Eric Smithsimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 29 | €5.3m | 90 | 83 |
| 3 | Martin Fresesimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 28 | €2.7m | 89 | 85 |
| 4 | Juan Mirandasimilar↗ | Bologna | 26 | €16m | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 87 | 83 |
| 6 | Yaimar Medinasimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 22 | €4.3m | 86 | 82 |
| 7 | Sergi Cardonasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €8.6m | 86 | 84 |
| 8 | Luke Thomassimilar↗ | Leicester City | 25 | €5.4m | 86 | 82 |
| 9 | Quentin Merlinsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €15m | 86 | 82 |
| 10 | Edgaras Utkussimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 26 | €1.5m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Andrea Cambiasosimilar↗ | Juventus | 26 | €21m | 86 | 81 |
| 12 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 85 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Calvin Verdonk
≈ 100% Calvin Verdonk · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Calvin Verdonk · strong: Accurate crosses, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Calvin Verdonk · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Key passes /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Calvin Verdonk?
By Doppel's fit score, Harry Pickering (Blackburn Rovers) is the closest profile to Calvin Verdonk, with a 83/100 overall match. Eric Smith and Martin Frese are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Calvin Verdonk?
Yes. Yuri Berchiche (Athletic Club) plays a similar left back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Calvin Verdonk?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Calvin Verdonk's 2025/26 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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