Players like Daniel Van Kaam
CM/CDMHeracles Almelo · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitDaniel Van Kaam's profile ↗
The players most similar to Daniel Van Kaam are Nicolas Madsen, Liam Henderson, Ben Whiteman. Doppel rates Nicolas Madsen (Queens Park Rangers) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Pelle Clement scores 78/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Daniel Van Kaam is a reliable central midfielder with a strong defensive presence, showcasing his ability as a positional ball-playing midfielder. With elite accuracy in crosses and a commanding aerial presence, he excels in creating chances and disrupting opposition plays, contributing significantly to his team's build-up. His durability is a standout quality, having missed only one game in the last three seasons, making him a dependable asset in the midfield.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Aerial duels won %, Key passes. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Daniel Van Kaam
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nicolas Madsensimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 26 | €5.2m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Liam Hendersonsimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 30 | €900k | 91 | 79 |
| 3 | Ben Whitemansimilar↗ | Preston North End | 30 | €2.1m | 91 | 79 |
| 4 | Hugo Sotelosimilar↗ | Levante UD | 23 | €4.8m | 90 | 78 |
| 5 | Jakub Kałuzińskisimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 24 | €2.3m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Pelle Clementsimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 30 | €600k | 87 | 78 |
| 7 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 86 | 81 |
| 8 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 26 | €2.4m | 86 | 81 |
| 9 | Julian Baassimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 24 | €800k | 86 | 79 |
| 10 | Gerard Gumbausimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 32 | €1.2m | 86 | 78 |
| 11 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 86 | 81 |
| 12 | Ruben Jenssensimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 38 | €100k | 86 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Daniel Van Kaam
≈ 100% Daniel Van Kaam · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Daniel Van Kaam · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Daniel Van Kaam · strong: Clearances, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Daniel Van Kaam?
Statistically, Nicolas Madsen (Queens Park Rangers) is the closest look-alike to Daniel Van Kaam — a 82/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Daniel Van Kaam?
By Doppel's fit score, Nicolas Madsen (Queens Park Rangers) is the closest profile to Daniel Van Kaam, with a 82/100 overall match. Liam Henderson and Ben Whiteman are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Daniel Van Kaam?
Yes. Pelle Clement (FC Groningen) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Daniel Van Kaam?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Daniel Van Kaam's 2024/25 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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