Players like Sandy Walsh
RB/CBKV Mechelen · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitSandy Walsh's profile ↗
The players most similar to Sandy Walsh are Lewin Blum, Hidde ter Avest, Pedro Carvalho. Doppel rates Lewin Blum (RC Sporting Charleroi) a 88/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Hidde ter Avest scores 85/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
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Sandy Walsh is a versatile right-back with a playmaking edge, excelling in creating chances from defensive positions. Despite his Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 8% of his peers, his impressive metrics in expected goals and assists, along with his accurate final-third passing, highlight his ability to contribute offensively. While his duels won may need improvement, he remains a broadly reliable presence, having missed only 12 games over the last three seasons.
Strengths: xG + xA, Accurate final-third passes, Key passes. Availability: 12 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sandy Walsh
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lewin Blumsimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 25 | €1.9m | 94 | 88 |
| 2 | Hidde ter Avestsimilar↗ | Willem II Tilburg | 29 | €900k | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Pedro Carvalhosimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 23 | €900k | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Tomoki Iwatasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Waren Kamanzisimilar↗ | Toulouse | 26 | €1.3m | 92 | 86 |
| 6 | Sebastian Sebulonsensimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 26 | €5.1m | 91 | 86 |
| 7 | Oliver Braudesimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €4.9m | 91 | 88 |
| 8 | Tiago Mansosimilar↗ | Tondela | 27 | €1.0m | 91 | 88 |
| 9 | Florent Hadergjonajsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 32 | €1.9m | 91 | 86 |
| 10 | Darío Benavidessimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 23 | €400k | 91 | 86 |
| 11 | Cherrion Valeriussimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 21 | €600k | 91 | 87 |
| 12 | Anton Gaaeisimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 24 | €4.8m | 91 | 87 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sandy Walsh
≈ 100% Sandy Walsh · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Sandy Walsh · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Sandy Walsh · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Sandy Walsh?
Statistically, Lewin Blum (RC Sporting Charleroi) is the closest look-alike to Sandy Walsh — a 88/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Sandy Walsh?
By Doppel's fit score, Lewin Blum (RC Sporting Charleroi) is the closest profile to Sandy Walsh, with a 88/100 overall match. Hidde ter Avest and Pedro Carvalho are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sandy Walsh?
Yes. Hidde ter Avest (Willem II Tilburg) plays a similar right back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sandy Walsh?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sandy Walsh's 2023/24 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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