Players like Thomas Van den Keybus
CM/CDMKVC Westerlo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitThomas Van den Keybus's profile ↗
The players most similar to Thomas Van den Keybus are Louis Mouton, Paul Wanner, Karamoko Dembélé. Doppel rates Louis Mouton (Angers) a 84/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Marvin Mehlem scores 84/100 at about €800k. Data as of September 2026.
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Thomas Van den Keybus is a versatile central midfielder with a knack for contributing offensively, showcasing his ability to deliver accurate crosses and long balls. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 20% of his peers, his durability shines through with only five games missed in three seasons, underscoring his reliability. His capacity to score non-penalty goals and create key passes demonstrates his potential to impact the game, making him a valuable asset in midfield.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Accurate long balls, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Thomas Van den Keybus
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Louis Moutonsimilar↗ | Angers | 24 | €4.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 2 | Paul Wannersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 21 | €23m | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Karamoko Dembélésimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 23 | €2.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Rachid Koudasimilar↗ | Mantova | 24 | €2.3m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €800k | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Kian Fitz-Jimsimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 23 | €2.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Williot Swedbergsimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 22 | €19m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Gaetano Oristaniosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €4.5m | 89 | 85 |
| 10 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 89 | 85 |
| 11 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 88 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thomas Van den Keybus
≈ 100% Thomas Van den Keybus · strong: Shots, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Thomas Van den Keybus · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Thomas Van den Keybus · strong: Shots, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate crosses /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Thomas Van den Keybus?
By Doppel's fit score, Louis Mouton (Angers) is the closest profile to Thomas Van den Keybus, with a 84/100 overall match. Paul Wanner and Karamoko Dembélé are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Thomas Van den Keybus?
Yes. Marvin Mehlem (Darmstadt 98) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Thomas Van den Keybus?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Thomas Van den Keybus'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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