Cheaper alternatives to Rico Lewis
RB/CDMManchester City · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitRico Lewis's profile ↗
Rico Lewis is a right-back and defensive midfielder for Manchester City in the Premier League, with 28 appearances, 1 goal, and 2 assists in the 2024/25 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Lewis, Kian Fitz-Jim from AFC Ajax and Iván Martín of Girona FC both have fit scores of 83/100 and market values of €3m and €5m, respectively. Additionally, Sydie Peck from Sheffield United and Ridle Baku from RB Leipzig offer solid options at €15m and €13m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kian Fitz-Jimsimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 23 | €2.8m | 86 | 83 |
| 2 | Iván Martínsimilar↗ | Girona FC | 27 | €4.6m | 88 | 83 |
| 3 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 83 | 82 |
| 4 | Ridle Bakusimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €13m | 85 | 82 |
| 5 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 84 | 82 |
| 6 | Tygo Landsimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 20 | €2.3m | 83 | 82 |
| 7 | Rihito Yamamotosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 25 | €7.4m | 84 | 81 |
| 8 | Kyriani Sabbesimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 21 | €7.7m | 83 | 81 |
| 9 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 26 | €2.6m | 82 | 81 |
| 10 | Kees Smitsimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 20 | €24m | 85 | 81 |
| 11 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 80 | 81 |
| 12 | Matisse Samoisesimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rico Lewis
≈ 100% Rico Lewis · strong: Shots, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Rico Lewis · strong: Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Rico Lewis · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Rico Lewis?
Pascal Groß (Brighton & Hove Albion) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €2.3m with a 82/100 match to Rico Lewis.
Who is the best-value alternative to Rico Lewis?
Kian Fitz-Jim offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 83/100 at about €2.8m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Rico Lewis?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (right back) by how closely they match Rico Lewis's statistical profile, then keeps those priced below him — league-strength adjusted, top leagues across Europe and South America, last 3 seasons.
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