Players like Romain Matthys
GKCD Castellón · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRomain Matthys's profile ↗
Romain Matthys is a goalkeeper for CD Castellón in LaLiga 2, with 38 appearances and 3420 minutes played in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Matthys include Fernando Muslera from Galatasaray, who has a fit score of 87/100, and Facundo Cambeses of Racing Club, with a fit score of 83/100. Other comparable options are Remko Pasveer from AFC Ajax and Iker Álvarez of Córdoba, both noted for their goalkeeping capabilities.
About Romain Matthys
Romain Matthys is a playmaking goalkeeper known for his ability to create big chances and key passes, showcasing a rare blend of shot-stopping and distribution skills. With a Sofascore rating in the top 46% among his peers, he stands out as a reliable presence between the sticks, particularly excelling in initiating offensive plays. His durability is impressive, having missed only one game in three seasons, making him a dependable choice for any squad. While his aerial and duel metrics may not shine, his playmaking prowess more than compensates.
Strengths: Big chances created, Key passes. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Romain Matthys
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Facundo Cambesessimilar↗ | Racing Club | 29 | €5.2m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Fernando Muslerasimilar↗ | Galatasaray | 40 | €600k | 92 | 87 |
| 3 | Remko Pasveersimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 43 | €100k | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Iker Álvarezsimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €1.0m | 92 | 81 |
| 5 | Brent Gabrielsimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 27 | €900k | 91 | 88 |
| 6 | Jonathan Klinsmannsimilar↗ | Cesena | 29 | €2.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Matěj Kovářsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 26 | €8.3m | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Adrian Sæthersimilar↗ | Kristiansund BK | 25 | €700k | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Ryan Allsopsimilar↗ | Hull City | 34 | €600k | 90 | 85 |
| 10 | Emil Odegaardsimilar↗ | KFUM Oslo | 27 | €400k | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Alex Palmersimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 30 | €900k | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | James Traffordsimilar↗ | Burnley | 24 | €27m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Romain Matthys
≈ 100% Romain Matthys · strong: Sofascore rating, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Romain Matthys · strong: xG + xA, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Romain Matthys · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Romain Matthys?
By Doppel's fit score, Facundo Cambeses (Racing Club) is the closest profile to Romain Matthys, with a 83/100 overall match. Fernando Muslera and Remko Pasveer are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Romain Matthys?
Yes. Remko Pasveer (AFC Ajax) plays a similar goalkeeper role and rates 83/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Romain Matthys?
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