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, Davy van den Berg, Rafael Lubach. 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 October 2026.
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Tika de Jonge is a goal-scoring defensive midfielder known for his finishing ability and a knack for clearances, showcasing his potential as a box-to-box engine. Despite ranking in the bottom 42% of his positional peers, he stands out with a commendable scoring record, contributing significantly to his team's attack. With only six games missed over the last three seasons, de Jonge proves to be a durable and reliable option in midfield.
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 | Davy van den Bergsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €1.3m | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Mathias Jensensimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €10m | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 90 | 85 |
| 6 | Pedro Limasimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 23 | €3.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Sonny Careysimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 25 | €4.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Jochem Ritmeester van de Kampsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 23 | €1.6m | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 22 | €11m | 89 | 85 |
| 11 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Nikola Vlašićsimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €10m | 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: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Tika de Jonge · strong: Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Tika de Jonge?
Statistically, Thomas Van den Keybus (KVC Westerlo) is the closest look-alike to Tika de Jonge — a 84/100 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 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. Davy van den Berg and Rafael Lubach 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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