Players like Robert-Jan Vanwesemael
RM/RBSint-Truidense VV · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRobert-Jan Vanwesemael's profile ↗
Robert-Jan Vanwesemael is a right midfielder/right-back for Sint-Truidense VV in the Belgian Pro League, with 37 appearances in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Vanwesemael include Aitor Ruibal from Real Betis, who has a fit score of 85/100, and Felix Passlack from VfL Bochum, who boasts a fit score of 86/100. Other comparable players are Jonathan Clauss of Nice and William Furtado from Cruzeiro, both with strong fit scores as well.
About Robert-Jan Vanwesemael
Robert-Jan Vanwesemael is a technically adept right midfielder/right-back, showcasing a strong ability to contribute in the final third with accurate passes and crosses. Despite ranking in the bottom 32% of his positional peers overall, his high work rate is evident through impressive metrics in possession won in the attacking third and shot creation. With only three games missed in three seasons, he proves to be a reliable asset on the pitch, consistently offering durability and a creative outlet for his team.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Possession won in att. third, Shots. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Robert-Jan Vanwesemael
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aitor Ruibalsimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €3.9m | 94 | 85 |
| 2 | Felix Passlacksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 28 | €800k | 94 | 86 |
| 3 | Jonathan Clausssimilar↗ | Nice | 34 | €3.6m | 94 | 85 |
| 4 | William Furtadosimilar↗ | Cruzeiro | 31 | €2.7m | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Nayel Mehssatousimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 24 | €1.5m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Tom Louchetsimilar↗ | Nice | 23 | €7.2m | 93 | 87 |
| 7 | Anton Gaaeisimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 24 | €4.8m | 92 | 86 |
| 8 | Joe Rankin-Costellosimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 27 | €1.1m | 92 | 85 |
| 9 | Ridle Bakusimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €13m | 92 | 86 |
| 10 | Aron Dønnumsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 28 | €5.4m | 92 | 86 |
| 11 | Yan Coutosimilar↗ | Girona FC | 24 | €18m | 92 | 85 |
| 12 | Anthony Cacisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 29 | €6.8m | 91 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Robert-Jan Vanwesemael
≈ 100% Robert-Jan Vanwesemael · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Robert-Jan Vanwesemael · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Robert-Jan Vanwesemael · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Robert-Jan Vanwesemael?
By Doppel's fit score, Aitor Ruibal (Real Betis) is the closest profile to Robert-Jan Vanwesemael, with a 85/100 overall match. Felix Passlack and Jonathan Clauss are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Robert-Jan Vanwesemael?
Yes. Felix Passlack (VfL Bochum 1848) plays a similar right midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €800k.
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