Players like Rick Van Drongelen
CBSamsunspor · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRick Van Drongelen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rick Van Drongelen are Danny Bakker, Noahkai Banks, Fabian Schär. Doppel rates Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) a 88/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Danny Bakker scores 88/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Rick Van Drongelen is a commanding ball-playing centre-back, excelling in both defensive duties and contributing to the attack with his goal-scoring ability. With a Sofascore rating in the top 17% of his positional peers, he showcases his quality through accurate long balls and impressive finishing for a defender. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only six games over the past three seasons, underscoring his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals, Accurate long balls. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rick Van Drongelen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 94 | 88 |
| 2 | Noahkai Bankssimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 20 | €19m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Fabian Schärsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 35 | €3.9m | 94 | 85 |
| 4 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 20 | €6.2m | 93 | 87 |
| 5 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 93 | 89 |
| 6 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Marco Rentesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 29 | €1.4m | 93 | 84 |
| 8 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 93 | 86 |
| 9 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 92 | 87 |
| 10 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 92 | 86 |
| 11 | Nikolai Soyset Hoplandsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €1.6m | 92 | 84 |
| 12 | Arthur Theatesimilar↗ | Bologna | 26 | €17m | 91 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rick Van Drongelen
≈ 100% Rick Van Drongelen · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Rick Van Drongelen · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Rick Van Drongelen · strong: Accurate long balls, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Rick Van Drongelen?
Statistically, Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is the closest look-alike to Rick Van Drongelen — a 88/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Rick Van Drongelen?
By Doppel's fit score, Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is the closest profile to Rick Van Drongelen, with a 88/100 overall match. Noahkai Banks and Fabian Schär are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rick Van Drongelen?
Yes. Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) plays a similar centre back role and rates 88/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rick Van Drongelen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rick Van Drongelen's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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