David Ricardo alternatives
CBBotafogo · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitDavid Ricardo's profile ↗
David Ricardo is a centre-back for Botafogo in Brazil's Serie A, having made 22 appearances in 2025. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to David Ricardo, Gabriele Guarino from Empoli, valued at €4m with a fit score of 87/100, and Emin Bayram of KVC Westerlo, also valued at €4m and a fit score of 86/100, are notable options.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 92 | 87 |
| 2 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 88 | 86 |
| 3 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 27 | €4.4m | 89 | 85 |
| 4 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 87 | 85 |
| 5 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 87 | 85 |
| 6 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 88 | 84 |
| 7 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 86 | 84 |
| 8 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 37 | €300k | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Cacásimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €1.5m | 82 | 83 |
| 11 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 83 | 83 |
| 12 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 91 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match David Ricardo
≈ 100% David Ricardo · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% David Ricardo · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% David Ricardo · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to David Ricardo?
Nick Viergever (PEC Zwolle) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €300k with a 83/100 match to David Ricardo.
Who is the best-value alternative to David Ricardo?
Gabriele Guarino offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 87/100 at about €3.6m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to David Ricardo?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match David Ricardo'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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