Players like Rein Van Helden
CB/RBRoyal Antwerp FC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRein Van Helden's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rein Van Helden are Ismaelo Ganiou, Malick Thiaw, Lewis Dunk. Doppel rates Ismaelo Ganiou (RC Lens) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jeffrey Gouweleeuw scores 84/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Rein Van Helden is a ball-playing centre-back known for his ability to distribute from deep, showcasing exceptional accuracy in long balls that ranks him in the top 6% among his peers. With a solid Sofascore rating placing him in the top 30%, he demonstrates reliability and composure on the ball, making him an asset in build-up play. His durability is evident, having missed only 17 games over the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability in defense.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Touches. Availability: 17 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rein Van Helden
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Lewis Dunksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €3.6m | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Nicolás Otamendisimilar↗ | Benfica | 38 | €1.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 90 | 84 |
| 8 | Jacobo Ramónsimilar↗ | Como | 21 | €32m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 89 | 87 |
| 11 | Daniel Tonolisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 89 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rein Van Helden
≈ 100% Rein Van Helden · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Rein Van Helden · strong: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Rein Van Helden · strong: Touches, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Rein Van Helden?
Statistically, Ismaelo Ganiou (RC Lens) is the closest look-alike to Rein Van Helden — a 83/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Rein Van Helden?
By Doppel's fit score, Ismaelo Ganiou (RC Lens) is the closest profile to Rein Van Helden, with a 83/100 overall match. Malick Thiaw and Lewis Dunk are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rein Van Helden?
Yes. Jeffrey Gouweleeuw (FC Augsburg) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rein Van Helden?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rein Van Helden'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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