Players like Dirk Wanner Proper
CM/CDMNEC Nijmegen · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDirk Wanner Proper's profile ↗
Dirk Wanner Proper is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for NEC Nijmegen in the Eredivisie, currently valued at €1m. In the 2025/26 season, he made 22 appearances, scoring 3 goals. Players similar to Wanner include Davy Klaassen from AFC Ajax (fit score 83/100), Rolando Mandragora from Fiorentina (fit score 83/100), and Dani De Wit from AZ Alkmaar (fit score 83/100), all showcasing comparable roles and statistical profiles.
About Dirk Wanner Proper
Dirk Wanner Proper is a dynamic central midfielder with a knack for scoring and contributing offensively, showcasing his potential as a goal-scoring defensive midfielder. With a Sofascore rating in the top 22% of his positional peers, his finishing ability stands out, placing him in the top 8% for non-penalty goals per 90 minutes. While he has missed a notable number of games due to injury, his aerial prowess and defensive contributions make him a valuable asset in midfield when fit.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals, Clearances. Availability: 23 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Dirk Wanner Proper
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Davy Klaassensimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 33 | €2.1m | 95 | 83 |
| 2 | Rolando Mandragorasimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 29 | €8.6m | 93 | 83 |
| 3 | Dani De Witsimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 28 | €3.8m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Cesare Casadeisimilar↗ | Torino | 23 | €16m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Kuryu Matsukisimilar↗ | Southampton | 23 | €2.8m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €22m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Jens Stagesimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 30 | €14m | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 90 | 81 |
| 10 | Tomáš Součeksimilar↗ | West Ham United | 31 | €9.7m | 90 | 81 |
| 11 | Pieter Gerkenssimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 31 | €700k | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Lewis Fergusonsimilar↗ | Bologna | 27 | €13m | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Dirk Wanner Proper
≈ 100% Dirk Wanner Proper · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Dirk Wanner Proper · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Dirk Wanner Proper · strong: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Dirk Wanner Proper?
By Doppel's fit score, Davy Klaassen (AFC Ajax) is the closest profile to Dirk Wanner Proper, with a 83/100 overall match. Rolando Mandragora and Dani De Wit are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Dirk Wanner Proper?
Yes. Davy Klaassen (AFC Ajax) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €2.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Dirk Wanner Proper?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Dirk Wanner Proper'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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