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, Shiloh 't Zand. Doppel rates Louis Mouton (Angers) a 84/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Shiloh 't Zand scores 85/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Thomas Van den Keybus is a versatile central midfielder with a knack for contributing to the attack while maintaining defensive solidity. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 20% of his positional peers, he shines with accurate crosses and long balls, showcasing his ability to create chances from deep. His durability is impressive, having missed only five games in three seasons, making him a reliable option in any midfield setup.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Non-penalty goals, Accurate long balls. 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↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 21 | €23m | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Shiloh 't Zandsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €300k | 91 | 85 |
| 4 | Karamoko Dembélésimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 23 | €2.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | Rachid Koudasimilar↗ | Mantova | 24 | €2.3m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 29 | €800k | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Gaetano Oristaniosimilar↗ | Parma | 24 | €4.5m | 89 | 85 |
| 9 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 89 | 85 |
| 10 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.8m | 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, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Thomas Van den Keybus?
Statistically, Louis Mouton (Angers) is the closest look-alike to Thomas Van den Keybus — a 84/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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 Shiloh 't Zand are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Thomas Van den Keybus?
Yes. Shiloh 't Zand (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €300k.
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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