Players like Joris van Overeem
CM/CDMFC Utrecht · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoris van Overeem's profile ↗
The players most similar to Joris van Overeem are Angelo Stiller, Dani Parejo, Adam Wharton. Doppel rates Angelo Stiller (VfB Stuttgart) a 83/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Dani Parejo scores 84/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Joris van Overeem is a highly effective deep-lying playmaker, showcasing elite distribution and defensive capabilities. With a Sofascore rating in the top 8% of his positional peers, he excels in delivering precise long balls and final-third passes, while also contributing defensively with notable clearance stats. His durability stands out, having missed only three games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence in midfield.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating, Clearances. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Joris van Overeem
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Angelo Stillersimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 25 | €46m | 95 | 83 |
| 2 | Dani Parejosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 37 | €1.0m | 94 | 84 |
| 3 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 33 | €3.6m | 93 | 83 |
| 5 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 92 | 83 |
| 6 | Vincent Sierrosimilar↗ | Parma | 31 | €3.2m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 91 | 86 |
| 8 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 91 | 83 |
| 9 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Teun Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €13m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Bruno Fernandessimilar↗ | Manchester United | 32 | €32m | 91 | 82 |
| 12 | Douglas Luizsimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €19m | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Joris van Overeem
≈ 100% Joris van Overeem · strong: Touches, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Joris van Overeem · strong: Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won %, Touches /90
≈ 100% Joris van Overeem · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Joris van Overeem?
Statistically, Angelo Stiller (VfB Stuttgart) is the closest look-alike to Joris van Overeem — a 83/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Joris van Overeem?
By Doppel's fit score, Angelo Stiller (VfB Stuttgart) is the closest profile to Joris van Overeem, with a 83/100 overall match. Dani Parejo and Adam Wharton are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Joris van Overeem?
Yes. Dani Parejo (Villarreal) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Joris van Overeem?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Joris van Overeem'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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