Players like Tijs Velthuis
CBSalernitana · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitTijs Velthuis's profile ↗
The players most similar to Tijs Velthuis are Casper Widell, Anselmo Garcia McNulty, Simon Graves. Doppel rates Casper Widell (Excelsior) a 85/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Anton Tanghe scores 86/100 at about €700k. Data as of September 2026.
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Tijs Velthuis is a ball-playing centre-back known for his accurate long balls and crosses, making him a valuable asset in transitioning play from defense to attack. Despite his overall Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 17% of his positional peers, his durability stands out, having missed only three games in the past three seasons. While he may struggle with defensive contributions like tackles and interceptions, his ability to distribute the ball effectively sets him apart in a modern defensive role.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Tijs Velthuis
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 90 | 85 |
| 2 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 89 | 85 |
| 3 | Simon Gravessimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 27 | €1.4m | 89 | 81 |
| 4 | Anton Tanghesimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 27 | €700k | 88 | 86 |
| 5 | Ronnie Edwardssimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 23 | €5.3m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 87 | 83 |
| 7 | Santiago Buenosimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 28 | €9.2m | 86 | 81 |
| 8 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 85 | 81 |
| 9 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 85 | 81 |
| 10 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 85 | 80 |
| 11 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 85 | 80 |
| 12 | Michał Heliksimilar↗ | Oxford United | 31 | €1.0m | 84 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Tijs Velthuis
≈ 100% Tijs Velthuis · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Tijs Velthuis · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
≈ 100% Tijs Velthuis · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Tijs Velthuis?
By Doppel's fit score, Casper Widell (Excelsior) is the closest profile to Tijs Velthuis, with a 85/100 overall match. Anselmo Garcia McNulty and Simon Graves are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Tijs Velthuis?
Yes. Anton Tanghe (SV Zulte Waregem) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Tijs Velthuis?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Tijs Velthuis's 2023/24 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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