Players like Riccardo Palmieri
CMCarrarese · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitRiccardo Palmieri's profile ↗
The players most similar to Riccardo Palmieri are Mats Pannewig, Mauro Arambarri, Milan Robin. Doppel rates Mats Pannewig (VfL Bochum 1848) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Manolo Portanova scores 84/100 at about €200k. Data as of July 2026.
About Riccardo Palmieri
Riccardo Palmieri is a dynamic central midfielder known for his dribbling ability and aerial prowess, making him a challenging opponent in tight spaces. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 9% of his peers, he excels in successful dribbles and shots per 90 minutes, showcasing his attacking intent. With an impressive record of durability, missing no games over the last three seasons, he brings reliability to the midfield, even if his overall impact could be more pronounced in creating goal-scoring opportunities.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Shots, Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Riccardo Palmieri
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Mauro Arambarrisimilar↗ | Getafe | 31 | €8.3m | 91 | 80 |
| 3 | Milan Robinsimilar↗ | FC Martigues | 27 | €1.0m | 90 | 79 |
| 4 | Bobby Clarksimilar↗ | Derby County | 21 | €8.8m | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 6 | Ibrahim Olawoyinsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 29 | €2.1m | 88 | 81 |
| 7 | Pablo Ibáñezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €4.1m | 88 | 80 |
| 8 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 87 | 84 |
| 9 | Rachid Koudasimilar↗ | Mantova | 24 | €2.3m | 87 | 80 |
| 10 | Dehmaine Tabibousimilar↗ | Nantes | 21 | €5.4m | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Rodrigo Atenciosimilar↗ | Central Córdoba | 24 | €2.2m | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 87 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Riccardo Palmieri
≈ 100% Riccardo Palmieri · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Riccardo Palmieri · strong: Duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Riccardo Palmieri · low reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Riccardo Palmieri?
By Doppel's fit score, Mats Pannewig (VfL Bochum 1848) is the closest profile to Riccardo Palmieri, with a 82/100 overall match. Mauro Arambarri and Milan Robin are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Riccardo Palmieri?
Yes. Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Riccardo Palmieri?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Riccardo Palmieri's 2024/25 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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