Players like Stije Resink
CM/CDMFC Groningen · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitStije Resink's profile ↗
The players most similar to Stije Resink are Felix Nmecha, Carlos Alcaraz, Rodri. Doppel rates Felix Nmecha (Borussia Dortmund) a 83/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ross Barkley scores 83/100 at about €3.6m. Data as of September 2026.
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Stije Resink is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in aerial duels and overall defensive contributions, making him a key asset in breaking up opposition attacks. With a Sofascore rating in the top 24% of his positional peers, his ability to win duels and clearances showcases his tenacity and tactical awareness. While his finishing may not be his strongest suit, his reliability is evident with only a few games missed over the past three seasons, underscoring his durability and importance to FC Groningen.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Duels won, Clearances. Availability: 10 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Stije Resink
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Felix Nmechasimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 26 | €48m | 95 | 83 |
| 2 | Carlos Alcarazsimilar↗ | Southampton | 24 | €15m | 94 | 86 |
| 3 | Rodrisimilar↗ | Manchester City | 30 | €50m | 94 | 83 |
| 4 | Lucas Paquetásimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €36m | 94 | 83 |
| 5 | Johan Manzambisimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 21 | €54m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 33 | €3.6m | 93 | 83 |
| 7 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 93 | 87 |
| 8 | Youssouf Fofanasimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 27 | €25m | 93 | 84 |
| 9 | Malik Tillmansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 24 | €27m | 93 | 85 |
| 10 | Mattias Svanbergsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €8.3m | 93 | 84 |
| 11 | Richard Ríossimilar↗ | Benfica | 26 | €27m | 92 | 83 |
| 12 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 28 | €1.6m | 92 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Stije Resink
≈ 100% Stije Resink · strong: Successful dribbles, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, xG + xA /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Stije Resink · strong: Shots, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Stije Resink · strong: Touches, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Stije Resink?
By Doppel's fit score, Felix Nmecha (Borussia Dortmund) is the closest profile to Stije Resink, with a 83/100 overall match. Carlos Alcaraz and Rodri are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Stije Resink?
Yes. Ross Barkley (Luton Town) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €3.6m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Stije Resink?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Stije Resink'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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