Players like Tika de Jonge
CM/CDMFC Groningen · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitTika de Jonge's profile ↗
The players most similar to Tika de Jonge are Thomas Van den Keybus, Rafael Lubach, Mathias Jensen. Doppel rates Thomas Van den Keybus (KVC Westerlo) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Thomas Van den Keybus scores 84/100 at about €700k. Data as of September 2026.
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Tika de Jonge is a goal-scoring defensive midfielder with a knack for finishing, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively from deep. His impressive clearance stats highlight his defensive reliability, making him a solid presence in the midfield. While he may struggle in aerial duels, his durability is a plus, having missed only six games in the last three seasons. Overall, he provides an interesting blend of defensive and attacking capabilities, though he operates in the lower tier of his positional peers.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Clearances, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Tika de Jonge
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 90 | 85 |
| 3 | Mathias Jensensimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €10m | 90 | 84 |
| 4 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | Pedro Limasimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 23 | €3.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Sonny Careysimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 25 | €4.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Jochem Ritmeester van de Kampsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 23 | €1.6m | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 89 | 85 |
| 10 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Nikola Vlašićsimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €10m | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Louis Moutonsimilar↗ | Angers | 24 | €4.1m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Tika de Jonge
≈ 100% Tika de Jonge · strong: Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Tika de Jonge · strong: Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Tika de Jonge · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Tika de Jonge?
By Doppel's fit score, Thomas Van den Keybus (KVC Westerlo) is the closest profile to Tika de Jonge, with a 84/100 overall match. Rafael Lubach and Mathias Jensen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Tika de Jonge?
Yes. Thomas Van den Keybus (KVC Westerlo) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Tika de Jonge?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Tika de Jonge's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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