Players like Max Johnston
RBDerby County · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMax Johnston's profile ↗
The players most similar to Max Johnston are Aisar Ahmed, Pedro Carvalho, Marcus Pedersen. Doppel rates Aisar Ahmed (AD Ceuta) a 80/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Viðar Ari Jónsson scores 81/100 at about €200k. Data as of August 2026.
About Max Johnston
Max Johnston is a dynamic right-back known for his attacking prowess, showcasing an ability to deliver accurate crosses and create scoring opportunities. Despite his current Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 16% of his peers, he excels in possession recovery in the attacking third, indicating a strong offensive contribution. However, his injury history raises concerns about reliability, having missed significant time over the past three seasons. When fit, his attacking instincts make him a valuable asset on the flank.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Shots, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 38 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Max Johnston
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aisar Ahmedsimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 25 | €800k | 91 | 80 |
| 2 | Pedro Carvalhosimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 23 | €900k | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Marcus Pedersensimilar↗ | Torino | 26 | €3.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 4 | Jano Ter-Horstsimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 24 | €1.2m | 88 | 81 |
| 5 | Nicolò Radaellisimilar↗ | Mantova | 23 | €900k | 87 | 81 |
| 6 | Felix Passlacksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 28 | €800k | 87 | 83 |
| 7 | Viðar Ari Jónssonsimilar↗ | HamKam | 32 | €200k | 87 | 81 |
| 8 | Tiago Mansosimilar↗ | Tondela | 27 | €1.0m | 87 | 84 |
| 9 | Cherrion Valeriussimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 21 | €600k | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Josha Vagnomansimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 26 | €10m | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Robert-Jan Vanwesemaelsimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €3.2m | 86 | 82 |
| 12 | Kevin Van Den Kerkhofsimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 30 | €1.6m | 86 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Max Johnston
≈ 100% Max Johnston · strong: Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Max Johnston · strong: Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Max Johnston · strong: Accurate crosses, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Max Johnston?
By Doppel's fit score, Aisar Ahmed (AD Ceuta) is the closest profile to Max Johnston, with a 80/100 overall match. Pedro Carvalho and Marcus Pedersen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Max Johnston?
Yes. Viðar Ari Jónsson (HamKam) plays a similar right back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Max Johnston?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Max Johnston'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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