Players like Josh Key
RBSwansea City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJosh Key's profile ↗
The players most similar to Josh Key are Gabriele Zappa, Benoit Nyssen, Ricard Sánchez. Doppel rates Gabriele Zappa (Cagliari) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Benoit Nyssen scores 84/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Josh Key is an attacking right-back known for his dribbling prowess and precise passing in the final third. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 25% of his positional peers, he excels in creating chances, boasting top-tier metrics for successful dribbles and accurate crosses. His durability is a standout trait, having missed no games in the past three seasons, making him a reliable option for Swansea City. While his aerial duels could improve, his offensive contributions make him a valuable asset on the flank.
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 | Gabriele Zappasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 27 | €2.9m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Benoit Nyssensimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 29 | €600k | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Ricard Sánchezsimilar↗ | Granada | 26 | €3.2m | 91 | 85 |
| 4 | Matheuzinhosimilar↗ | Corinthians | 26 | €8.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Thérence Koudousimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €4.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Anton Gaaeisimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 24 | €4.8m | 89 | 86 |
| 7 | Puma Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Vasco da Gama | 29 | €1.5m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Marius Wolfsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 31 | €2.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Mithat Palasimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 26 | €2.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Joe Wardsimilar↗ | Derby County | 31 | €600k | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | David Hrnčársimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €500k | 89 | 87 |
| 12 | Bryan Reynoldssimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €3.7m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Josh Key
≈ 100% Josh Key · strong: Big chances created, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Josh Key · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /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
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Josh Key?
By Doppel's fit score, Gabriele Zappa (Cagliari) is the closest profile to Josh Key, with a 82/100 overall match. Benoit Nyssen and Ricard Sánchez 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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