Players like Daniel Van Kaam
CM/CDMHeracles Almelo · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitDaniel Van Kaam's profile ↗
Daniel Van Kaam is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Heracles Almelo in the Eredivisie. Notable matches include Nicolas Madsen from Queens Park Rangers with a fit score of 82/100 and Liam Henderson from Empoli with a fit score of 79/100. For those seeking players similar to Van Kaam or who can replace him, Ben Whiteman and Hugo Sotelo also present comparable profiles.
About Daniel Van Kaam
Daniel Van Kaam is a reliable defensive midfielder with a knack for disrupting opposition play and facilitating transitions. His elite crossing ability and strong aerial presence make him a key asset in both defensive and attacking phases, while his durability—missing just one game in three seasons—underscores his reliability. Although not known for his dribbling or goal-scoring, his capacity to deliver key passes from deep positions enhances his team's creativity. Overall, he stands out as a solid, dependable performer 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↗ | Empoli | 30 | €900k | 91 | 79 |
| 3 | Ben Whitemansimilar↗ | Preston North End | 30 | €2.1m | 91 | 79 |
| 4 | Hugo Sotelosimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 23 | €4.8m | 90 | 78 |
| 5 | Jakub Kałuzińskisimilar↗ | Antalyaspor | 24 | €2.3m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Pelle Clementsimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 30 | €600k | 87 | 78 |
| 7 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 26 | €2.4m | 86 | 81 |
| 8 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 86 | 81 |
| 9 | Julian Baassimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €800k | 86 | 79 |
| 10 | Gerard Gumbausimilar↗ | Granada | 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 · data: Sofascore, 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 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 (Sparta Rotterdam) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Daniel Van Kaam?
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