Cheaper alternatives to Richard Ríos
CM/CDMPalmeiras · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRichard Ríos's profile ↗
Richard Ríos is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Palmeiras in Brazil's Serie A, with 27 appearances, 5 goals, and 4 assists in the 2025/26 season. For clubs seeking a cheaper alternative to Ríos, Noe Lebreton from NEC Nijmegen and Ulrik Mathisen from SK Brann both offer strong fits at significantly lower market values of €4m and €1m, respectively.
12 cheaper alternatives to Richard Ríos
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €4.1m | 93 | 88 |
| 2 | Ulrik Mathisensimilar↗ | SK Brann | 27 | €700k | 91 | 88 |
| 3 | Jens Hjertø-Dahlsimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 21 | €9.6m | 93 | 87 |
| 4 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 93 | 87 |
| 5 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 93 | 87 |
| 6 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 86 | 86 |
| 7 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 89 | 86 |
| 8 | Husseyn Chakrounsimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 22 | €1.7m | 90 | 86 |
| 9 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 91 | 86 |
| 10 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 90 | 86 |
| 11 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 89 | 86 |
| 12 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 89 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Richard Ríos
≈ 100% Richard Ríos · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Richard Ríos · strong: xG + xA, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Richard Ríos · strong: Successful dribbles, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, xG + xA /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Richard Ríos?
Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €200k with a 86/100 match to Richard Ríos.
Who is the best-value alternative to Richard Ríos?
Noe Lebreton offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 88/100 at about €4.1m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Richard Ríos?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Richard Ríos'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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