Players like Gijs Smal
LBFeyenoord · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGijs Smal's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gijs Smal are Maximilian Wittek, Matthieu Udol, Quentin Merlin. Doppel rates Maximilian Wittek (VfL Bochum 1848) a 87/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Maximilian Wittek scores 87/100 at about €900k. Data as of July 2026.
About Gijs Smal
Gijs Smal is a dynamic attacking left-back known for his precise passing and ability to create chances from the flanks. With a Sofascore rating in the top 19% of his peers, he excels in delivering accurate final-third passes and key passes, making him a vital playmaker in attack. While he has struggled with injuries, his creativity and crossing ability make him a standout asset in any squad.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Key passes, Shots. Availability: 32 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gijs Smal
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 92 | 87 |
| 2 | Matthieu Udolsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 30 | €7.7m | 92 | 85 |
| 3 | Quentin Merlinsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €15m | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Nuno Tavaressimilar↗ | Lazio | 26 | €13m | 91 | 84 |
| 6 | Ismail Jakobssimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 27 | €8.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Juninho Capixabasimilar↗ | Red Bull Bragantino | 29 | €7.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Patrick Dorgusimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €33m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Alexandro Bernabeisimilar↗ | Internacional | 26 | €7.4m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Valentín Barcosimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 22 | €44m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Maximiliano Araújosimilar↗ | Sporting CP | 26 | €32m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Junior Firposimilar↗ | Leeds United | 30 | €3.4m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gijs Smal
≈ 100% Gijs Smal · strong: Shots, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Gijs Smal · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Gijs Smal · strong: Key passes, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Gijs Smal?
By Doppel's fit score, Maximilian Wittek (VfL Bochum 1848) is the closest profile to Gijs Smal, with a 87/100 overall match. Matthieu Udol and Quentin Merlin are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gijs Smal?
Yes. Maximilian Wittek (VfL Bochum 1848) plays a similar left back role and rates 87/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gijs Smal?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gijs Smal'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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