Players like Josh Murphy
LWPortsmouth · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJosh Murphy's profile ↗
Josh Murphy is a left winger for Portsmouth in the Championship, having made 16 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 7 assists. Players similar to Josh Murphy include Mikey Johnston from West Bromwich Albion, who has a fit score of 80/100, and Raúl Moro of Real Valladolid, with a fit score of 82/100. Both players showcase comparable roles and statistical profiles, making them potential alternatives.
About Josh Murphy
Josh Murphy is a dynamic left winger with a knack for creating opportunities, showcasing his elite playmaking ability by ranking in the top 10% for big chances created per 90 minutes. With a Sofascore rating in the top 15% of his peers, he consistently delivers with 7 goals and 14 assists this season. While he may struggle with aerial duels and final-third passing accuracy, his reliable crossing and shot creation make him a valuable asset, despite some injury concerns limiting his availability.
Strengths: Big chances created, Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating. Availability: 22 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Josh Murphy
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mikey Johnstonsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 27 | €4.1m | 91 | 80 |
| 2 | Raúl Morosimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 24 | €3.3m | 89 | 82 |
| 3 | Fabian Reesesimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 29 | €5.2m | 88 | 80 |
| 4 | Williansimilar↗ | Fulham | 38 | €400k | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Bryan Zaragozasimilar↗ | Osasuna | 25 | €7.5m | 87 | 79 |
| 6 | Arijon Ibrahimovićsimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 21 | €11m | 87 | 85 |
| 7 | Kerem Aktürkoğlusimilar↗ | Galatasaray | 28 | €21m | 87 | 81 |
| 8 | Largie Ramazanisimilar↗ | Almería | 25 | €7.5m | 87 | 80 |
| 9 | Jesús Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Como | 21 | €32m | 87 | 80 |
| 10 | Jón Dagur Þórsteinssonsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 28 | €800k | 86 | 80 |
| 11 | Dwight McNeilsimilar↗ | Everton | 27 | €19m | 86 | 79 |
| 12 | Gyan de Regtsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €900k | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Josh Murphy
≈ 100% Josh Murphy · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Josh Murphy · strong: Accurate crosses, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Josh Murphy · strong: Big chances created, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Josh Murphy?
By Doppel's fit score, Mikey Johnston (West Bromwich Albion) is the closest profile to Josh Murphy, with a 80/100 overall match. Raúl Moro and Fabian Reese are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Josh Murphy?
Yes. Willian (Fulham) plays a similar left winger role and rates 82/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Josh Murphy?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Josh Murphy's 2025/26 season, then ranks left wingers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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