Players like Kaj de Rooij
LW/RWPEC Zwolle · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitKaj de Rooij's profile ↗
The players most similar to Kaj de Rooij are Martin Terrier, Sebas Moyano, Matthis Abline. Doppel rates Martin Terrier (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) a 79/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Sebas Moyano scores 78/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Kaj de Rooij is a tenacious winger with a knack for finishing and aerial duels, showcasing his ability to thrive in physical contests. While his overall quality sits below the elite level, he consistently contributes with 6 goals and 5 assists this season, demonstrating reliability and durability with only 9 games missed in three years. His strengths in duels and possession recovery in the attacking third make him a valuable asset, although his crossing and final-third passing could use improvement to elevate his overall impact.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Duels won. Availability: 9 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Kaj de Rooij
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Martin Terriersimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 29 | €7.4m | 90 | 79 |
| 2 | Sebas Moyanosimilar↗ | Real Zaragoza | 29 | €600k | 89 | 78 |
| 3 | Matthis Ablinesimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 23 | €21m | 89 | 78 |
| 4 | Abdallah Simasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €4.9m | 87 | 79 |
| 5 | Mame Thiamsimilar↗ | Eyüpspor | 34 | €900k | 87 | 79 |
| 6 | Figueiredosimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 25 | €3.7m | 86 | 78 |
| 7 | Fábio Silvasimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 24 | €21m | 85 | 79 |
| 8 | Oliver Valaker Edvardsensimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 27 | €3.1m | 85 | 78 |
| 9 | Alessonsimilar↗ | Mirassol | 27 | €2.7m | 84 | 77 |
| 10 | Issa Soumarésimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 26 | €8.4m | 84 | 80 |
| 11 | Said El Malasimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 20 | €46m | 83 | 79 |
| 12 | Haji Wrightsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 28 | €17m | 83 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kaj de Rooij
≈ 100% Kaj de Rooij · strong: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Kaj de Rooij · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Kaj de Rooij · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Kaj de Rooij?
Statistically, Martin Terrier (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) is the closest look-alike to Kaj de Rooij — a 79/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Kaj de Rooij?
By Doppel's fit score, Martin Terrier (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) is the closest profile to Kaj de Rooij, with a 79/100 overall match. Sebas Moyano and Matthis Abline are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Kaj de Rooij?
Yes. Sebas Moyano (Real Zaragoza) plays a similar left winger role and rates 78/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Kaj de Rooij?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Kaj de Rooij's 2025/26 season, then ranks left wingers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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