Players like Marco van Ginkel
CM/CDM/CAMVitesse · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarco van Ginkel's profile ↗
The players most similar to Marco van Ginkel are Omri Gandelman, Niklas Pyyhtiä, Sander van de Streek. Doppel rates Omri Gandelman (Lecce) a 85/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Danijel Aleksić scores 81/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Marco van Ginkel is a dynamic box-to-box midfielder known for his goal-scoring ability and aerial prowess. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 40% of his positional peers, he excels in duels and consistently contributes offensively, averaging 7 goals this season. His remarkable durability, missing just one game in three seasons, underscores his reliability on the pitch, making him a vital asset for Vitesse. While defensive metrics may not be his forte, his attacking contributions and physical presence make him a standout performer.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Duels won, Shots. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Marco van Ginkel
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Omri Gandelmansimilar↗ | Lecce | 26 | €2.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 2 | Niklas Pyyhtiäsimilar↗ | Modena | 23 | €1.4m | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Sander van de Streeksimilar↗ | Antalyaspor | 33 | €500k | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Andrea Franzonisimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 29 | €700k | 89 | 81 |
| 5 | Giovanni Fabbiansimilar↗ | Parma | 23 | €9.3m | 89 | 80 |
| 6 | Hakon Lorentzensimilar↗ | IK Start | 29 | €400k | 89 | 79 |
| 7 | Danijel Aleksićsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 35 | €200k | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Thomas Robinetsimilar↗ | USL Dunkerque | 30 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Thibo Somerssimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 27 | €2.9m | 87 | 80 |
| 10 | Justin Lonwijksimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €800k | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Carlo Holsesimilar↗ | Samsunspor | 27 | €6.5m | 86 | 81 |
| 12 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 86 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marco van Ginkel
≈ 100% Marco van Ginkel · strong: Aerial duels won, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Marco van Ginkel · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Marco van Ginkel · strong: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Marco van Ginkel?
Statistically, Omri Gandelman (Lecce) is the closest look-alike to Marco van Ginkel — a 85/100 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 Marco van Ginkel?
By Doppel's fit score, Omri Gandelman (Lecce) is the closest profile to Marco van Ginkel, with a 85/100 overall match. Niklas Pyyhtiä and Sander van de Streek are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Marco van Ginkel?
Yes. Danijel Aleksić (Konyaspor) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Marco van Ginkel?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Marco van Ginkel's 2024/25 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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