Players like Anton Gaaei
RBAFC Ajax · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAnton Gaaei's profile ↗
The players most similar to Anton Gaaei are Ridle Baku, Marcos Llorente, Yukinari Sugawara. Doppel rates Ridle Baku (RB Leipzig) a 88/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Felix Passlack scores 87/100 at about €800k. Data as of September 2026.
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Anton Gaaei is an attacking right-back who excels in creating goal-scoring opportunities, showcasing his playmaking ability with elite metrics in big chances created and key passes. With a Sofascore rating in the top 36% of his peers, he is a valuable contributor to Ajax's offensive play, demonstrating a keen eye for goal with impressive shot statistics. While his duels won could improve, his reliability is commendable, having missed only six games over the last three seasons.
Strengths: Big chances created, Shots, xG + xA. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Anton Gaaei
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridle Bakusimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €13m | 94 | 88 |
| 2 | Marcos Llorentesimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 31 | €21m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Yukinari Sugawarasimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 26 | €5.0m | 93 | 89 |
| 4 | Josha Vagnomansimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 26 | €10m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Felix Passlacksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 28 | €800k | 93 | 87 |
| 6 | Jonathan Clausssimilar↗ | Nice | 34 | €3.6m | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Denso Kasiussimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 24 | €5.8m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Pedro Porrosimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 27 | €32m | 93 | 84 |
| 9 | Lorenz Assignonsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 26 | €8.7m | 93 | 86 |
| 10 | William Furtadosimilar↗ | Cruzeiro | 31 | €2.7m | 92 | 86 |
| 11 | Gary Magneesimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 27 | €2.0m | 92 | 89 |
| 12 | João Cancelosimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 32 | €8.6m | 92 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Anton Gaaei
≈ 100% Anton Gaaei · strong: xG + xA, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Anton Gaaei · strong: Possession won in att. third, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Anton Gaaei · strong: Sofascore rating, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Anton Gaaei?
By Doppel's fit score, Ridle Baku (RB Leipzig) is the closest profile to Anton Gaaei, with a 88/100 overall match. Marcos Llorente and Yukinari Sugawara are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Anton Gaaei?
Yes. Felix Passlack (VfL Bochum 1848) plays a similar right back role and rates 87/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Anton Gaaei?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Anton Gaaei's 2025/26 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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