Players like Gijs Smal
LBFeyenoord · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGijs Smal's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gijs Smal are Quilindschy Hartman, Maximilian Wittek, Matthieu Udol. Doppel rates Quilindschy Hartman (Burnley) a 87/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Maximilian Wittek scores 87/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
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Gijs Smal is a creative, attack-minded left-back, excelling as a playmaker from the back. With a Sofascore rating in the top 19% of his peers, he showcases elite distribution skills, ranking in the top 5% for accurate final-third passes and top 6% for key passes per 90 minutes. While his defensive metrics may not stand out, his ability to contribute offensively makes him a vital asset for Feyenoord, although his injury history raises concerns about consistency in availability.
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 | Quilindschy Hartmansimilar↗ | Burnley | 25 | €16m | 93 | 87 |
| 2 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 92 | 87 |
| 3 | Matthieu Udolsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 30 | €7.7m | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Quentin Merlinsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €15m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 91 | 84 |
| 6 | Nuno Tavaressimilar↗ | Lazio | 26 | €13m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Ismail Jakobssimilar↗ | Galatasaray | 27 | €8.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Juninho Capixabasimilar↗ | Red Bull Bragantino | 29 | €7.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 9 | Patrick Dorgusimilar↗ | Manchester United | 22 | €33m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Alexandro Bernabeisimilar↗ | Internacional | 26 | €7.4m | 90 | 82 |
| 11 | Valentín Barcosimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 22 | €44m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Maximiliano Araújosimilar↗ | Sporting CP | 26 | €32m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gijs Smal
≈ 100% Gijs Smal · strong: xG + xA, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 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
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Gijs Smal?
Statistically, Quilindschy Hartman (Burnley) is the closest look-alike to Gijs Smal — a 87/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Gijs Smal?
By Doppel's fit score, Quilindschy Hartman (Burnley) is the closest profile to Gijs Smal, with a 87/100 overall match. Maximilian Wittek and Matthieu Udol 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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