Players like Josh Key
RBSwansea City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJosh Key's profile ↗
The players most similar to Josh Key are Benoit Nyssen, Ricard Sánchez, Matheuzinho. Doppel rates Benoit Nyssen (SV Zulte Waregem) a 84/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Benoit Nyssen scores 84/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Josh Key is a dynamic right-back known for his attacking prowess and ability to contribute in the final third. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 25% of his peers, his exceptional dribbling and accurate passing make him a valuable asset in creating chances, evidenced by his impressive successful dribbles and precise final-third passes. With remarkable durability, having missed no games in the last three seasons, Key remains a reliable option on the flank, though he could improve his defensive contributions.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Accurate final-third passes, Touches. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Josh Key
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Benoit Nyssensimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 29 | €600k | 92 | 84 |
| 2 | Ricard Sánchezsimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 26 | €3.2m | 91 | 85 |
| 3 | Matheuzinhosimilar↗ | Corinthians | 26 | €8.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Thérence Koudousimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €4.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Puma Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Vasco da Gama | 29 | €1.5m | 89 | 83 |
| 6 | Anton Gaaeisimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 24 | €4.8m | 89 | 85 |
| 7 | Marius Wolfsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 31 | €2.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Mithat Palasimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 26 | €2.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Joe Wardsimilar↗ | Derby County | 31 | €600k | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | João Máriosimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 26 | €8.6m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | David Hrnčársimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €500k | 89 | 87 |
| 12 | Robert-Jan Vanwesemaelsimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €3.2m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Josh Key
≈ 100% Josh Key · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Josh Key · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Josh Key · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Josh Key?
Statistically, Benoit Nyssen (SV Zulte Waregem) is the closest look-alike to Josh Key — a 84/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Josh Key?
By Doppel's fit score, Benoit Nyssen (SV Zulte Waregem) is the closest profile to Josh Key, with a 84/100 overall match. Ricard Sánchez and Matheuzinho are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Josh Key?
Yes. Benoit Nyssen (SV Zulte Waregem) plays a similar right back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Josh Key?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Josh Key's 2025/26 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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