Players like David van der Werff
RWFC Groningen · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDavid van der Werff's profile ↗
The players most similar to David van der Werff are Cengiz Ünder, Milot Rashica, Ibrahim Sadiq. Doppel rates Cengiz Ünder (Beşiktaş JK) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ibrahim Sadiq scores 82/100 at about €2.1m. Data as of September 2026.
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David van der Werff is a versatile right winger who thrives as a creator, particularly adept at generating big chances with his precise crossing and key passes. Despite his modest goal tally, his contribution in build-up play and defensive work is notable, ranking in the top 19% for tackles and interceptions among his peers. With an impressive durability record, having missed no games in three seasons, van der Werff is a reliable option for any side looking for creativity and tenacity on the flanks.
Strengths: Big chances created, Tackles + interceptions, Key passes. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
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 · 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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