Players like David van der Werff
RWFC Groningen · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDavid van der Werff's profile ↗
David van der Werff is a right winger for FC Groningen in the Eredivisie, aged 22, with a market value of €2m. Players similar to van der Werff include Cengiz Ünder from Beşiktaş JK, who has a fit score of 83/100, and Milot Rashica, also from Beşiktaş JK, with a fit score of 80/100. Ibrahim Sadiq from AZ Alkmaar (fit 82/100) and Allahyar Sayyadmanesh from KVC Westerlo (fit 81/100) also offer comparable roles and statistical profiles.
About David van der Werff
David van der Werff is a hardworking right winger who excels as a creator in the final third. While his Sofascore rating places him in the bottom 42% of his peers, he stands out for his ability to generate big chances and deliver accurate crosses, showcasing his playmaking instincts. His defensive contributions through tackles and interceptions also highlight his work ethic. However, his finishing leaves room for improvement, which is a crucial aspect for a winger. With 34 appearances this season, he has proven to be a reliable presence on the pitch.
Strengths: Big chances created, Tackles + interceptions, Key passes.
12 players most similar to David van der Werff
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cengiz Ündersimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 29 | €3.8m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Milot Rashicasimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 30 | €3.3m | 91 | 80 |
| 3 | Ibrahim Sadiqsimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 26 | €2.1m | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Allahyar Sayyadmaneshsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €3.6m | 89 | 81 |
| 5 | Amad Diallosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 24 | €44m | 89 | 80 |
| 6 | Romain Del Castillosimilar↗ | Stade Brestois | 30 | €6.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Dango Ouattarasimilar↗ | Brentford | 24 | €36m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Ismaïla Sarrsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 28 | €38m | 88 | 81 |
| 9 | Patrick Pflückesimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 30 | €2.0m | 88 | 80 |
| 10 | Antonysimilar↗ | Real Betis | 26 | €37m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Morgan Guilavoguisimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 28 | €4.1m | 87 | 80 |
| 12 | Steven Berghuissimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 35 | €2.1m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match David van der Werff
≈ 100% David van der Werff · strong: Aerial duels won %, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% David van der Werff · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% David van der Werff · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Big chances created /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for David van der Werff?
By Doppel's fit score, Cengiz Ünder (Beşiktaş JK) is the closest profile to David van der Werff, with a 83/100 overall match. Milot Rashica and Ibrahim Sadiq are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to David van der Werff?
Yes. Ibrahim Sadiq (AZ Alkmaar) plays a similar right winger role and rates 82/100 at roughly €2.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to David van der Werff?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from David van der Werff's 2025/26 season, then ranks right wingers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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