Players like Kuryu Matsuki
CM/CAMSouthampton · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitKuryu Matsuki's profile ↗
Kuryu Matsuki is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for Southampton in the Championship, having made 22 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 4 goals and providing 1 assist. Players similar to Matsuki include Jae-sung Lee from 1. FSV Mainz 05 with a fit score of 83/100, and Thibo Somers from Cercle Brugge, also at 83/100. Both players offer comparable roles and statistical profiles for teams seeking similar talents.
About Kuryu Matsuki
Kuryu Matsuki is a goal-scoring attacking midfielder with a knack for finishing, showcasing his ability to convert chances as reflected in his top 11% finishing metrics. While his overall quality is currently below the elite threshold, his impressive non-penalty goals and big chances created highlight his potential to influence matches. With just six games missed over the last three seasons, he demonstrates reliability and durability, making him a promising option in the attacking third.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Big chances created. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Kuryu Matsuki
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Thibo Somerssimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 27 | €2.9m | 92 | 83 |
| 3 | Martin Terriersimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 29 | €7.4m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Victor Torpsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 92 | 82 |
| 5 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 91 | 84 |
| 6 | Dany Motasimilar↗ | Monza | 28 | €3.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 91 | 88 |
| 8 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Hull City | 31 | €1.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Willum Thor Willumssonsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 28 | €1.5m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Christopher Scottsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 24 | €2.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Ansgar Knauffsimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 24 | €16m | 90 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kuryu Matsuki
≈ 100% Kuryu Matsuki · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Kuryu Matsuki · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Kuryu Matsuki · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Kuryu Matsuki?
By Doppel's fit score, Jae-sung Lee (1. FSV Mainz 05) is the closest profile to Kuryu Matsuki, with a 83/100 overall match. Thibo Somers and Martin Terrier are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Kuryu Matsuki?
Yes. Arno Verschueren (Sparta Rotterdam) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Kuryu Matsuki?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Kuryu Matsuki's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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