Cheaper alternatives to Diego Rico
LBGetafe · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDiego Rico's profile ↗
Diego Rico is a left-back for Getafe in La Liga, with 28 appearances and 1,767 minutes played in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Diego Rico, players like Maximilian Wittek from VfL Bochum and Yuri Berchiche of Athletic Club both hold a market value of €1m, with fit scores of 82 and 80 respectively. Additionally, Mads Pedersen and Jeff Hardeveld also present budget options, with values of €1m and €0m.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 85 | 82 |
| 2 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 86 | 80 |
| 3 | Mads Pedersensimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 30 | €900k | 88 | 80 |
| 4 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 80 | 80 |
| 5 | Emran Soglosimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 21 | €800k | 79 | 80 |
| 6 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 77 | 78 |
| 7 | Aske Adelgaardsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | €900k | 84 | 78 |
| 8 | Pachasimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 34 | €800k | 87 | 78 |
| 9 | Nolan Gillotsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 24 | €500k | 75 | 78 |
| 10 | Gonçalo Costasimilar↗ | Portimonense SAD | 26 | €600k | 88 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Diego Rico
≈ 100% Diego Rico · strong: Shots, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Diego Rico · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Diego Rico · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Diego Rico?
Jeff Hardeveld (SC Telstar) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 80/100 match to Diego Rico.
Who is the best-value alternative to Diego Rico?
Maximilian Wittek offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 82/100 at about €900k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Diego Rico?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (left back) by how closely they match Diego Rico'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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