Players like Mathieu Maertens
CAMSC Cambuur · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMathieu Maertens's profile ↗
The players most similar to Mathieu Maertens are Mathias Honsak, Noah Naujoks, Christoph Baumgartner. Doppel rates Mathias Honsak (1. FC Heidenheim) a 78/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Patrick Brouwer scores 85/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Mathieu Maertens is a dynamic attacking midfielder known for his goal-scoring ability and aerial prowess. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 37%, he might not be elite, but his top-tier shot volume and impressive aerial duel statistics highlight his potential to impact matches, particularly in the attacking third. However, his injury history raises concerns about his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Shots, Aerial duels won, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 42 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mathieu Maertens
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mathias Honsaksimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 30 | €1.6m | 90 | 78 |
| 2 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 3 | Christoph Baumgartnersimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 27 | €42m | 89 | 82 |
| 4 | Gorka Gorosabelsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 20 | €1.0m | 88 | 79 |
| 5 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Omri Gandelmansimilar↗ | Lecce | 26 | €2.8m | 87 | 79 |
| 7 | Thomas Robinetsimilar↗ | USL Dunkerque | 30 | €800k | 87 | 79 |
| 8 | Patrick Brouwersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 87 | 85 |
| 9 | Lucas Beltránsimilar↗ | Valencia | 25 | €8.4m | 87 | 78 |
| 10 | Ismaïla Sarrsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 28 | €38m | 86 | 79 |
| 11 | Lucas Hölersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €2.9m | 86 | 78 |
| 12 | Abbosbek Fayzullaevsimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 23 | €6.5m | 86 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mathieu Maertens
≈ 100% Mathieu Maertens · strong: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Mathieu Maertens · strong: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Mathieu Maertens · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Mathieu Maertens?
Statistically, Mathias Honsak (1. FC Heidenheim) is the closest look-alike to Mathieu Maertens — a 78/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Mathieu Maertens?
By Doppel's fit score, Mathias Honsak (1. FC Heidenheim) is the closest profile to Mathieu Maertens, with a 78/100 overall match. Noah Naujoks and Christoph Baumgartner are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mathieu Maertens?
Yes. Patrick Brouwer (SC Telstar) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mathieu Maertens?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Mathieu Maertens's 2025/26 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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