Players like Tijs Velthuis
CBPEC Zwolle · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitTijs Velthuis's profile ↗
The players most similar to Tijs Velthuis are Casper Widell, Anton Tanghe, Ronnie Edwards. 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 October 2026.
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Tijs Velthuis is a ball-playing centre-back known for his accurate long balls and crossing ability, ranking in the top 26% and 28% respectively among his positional peers. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 20%, his durability stands out, with only three games missed in the last three seasons. While his defensive metrics may need improvement, his distribution can help initiate attacks from the back, making him a reliable option in possession-heavy systems.
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 | Anton Tanghesimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 27 | €700k | 88 | 86 |
| 3 | Ronnie Edwardssimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 23 | €5.3m | 88 | 81 |
| 4 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 87 | 83 |
| 5 | Santiago Buenosimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 28 | €9.2m | 86 | 81 |
| 6 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 85 | 81 |
| 7 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 85 | 81 |
| 8 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 85 | 80 |
| 9 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 85 | 80 |
| 10 | Michał Heliksimilar↗ | Oxford United | 31 | €1.0m | 84 | 82 |
| 11 | Filippo Delli Carrisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €1.4m | 84 | 81 |
| 12 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 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: xG + xA, Accurate long balls · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Tijs Velthuis · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Key passes /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Tijs Velthuis?
Statistically, Casper Widell (Excelsior) is the closest look-alike to Tijs Velthuis — a 85/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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. Anton Tanghe and Ronnie Edwards 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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