Players like Rico Preißinger
CM/CDMPreußen Münster · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRico Preißinger's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rico Preißinger are Magnus Knudsen, Santiago Castañeda, Lennard Hartjes. Doppel rates Magnus Knudsen (Holstein Kiel) a 77/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Cristiano Bani scores 77/100 at about €500k. Data as of July 2026.
About Rico Preißinger
Rico Preißinger is a resilient defensive midfielder known for his ball-winning capabilities and strong defensive presence. Ranking in the top 11% for clearances, he excels at breaking up opposition attacks and providing stability in front of the backline. Although his attacking contributions are limited, his durability is a significant asset, having missed only one game in the last three seasons, making him a reliable option for any side in need of defensive solidity.
Strengths: Clearances. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rico Preißinger
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Magnus Knudsensimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 25 | €3.3m | 92 | 77 |
| 2 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Lennard Hartjessimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €800k | 91 | 77 |
| 4 | Nikolas Sattlbergersimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 22 | €2.1m | 91 | 78 |
| 5 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Cristiano Banisimilar↗ | Mantova | 27 | €500k | 89 | 77 |
| 7 | Tomy Carbonellsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €900k | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Florian Flicksimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 26 | €700k | 89 | 78 |
| 9 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 88 | 77 |
| 10 | Ibrahim Fofanasimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €3.2m | 88 | 77 |
| 11 | Lorenzo Ignacchitisimilar↗ | Reggiana | 22 | €1.6m | 88 | 78 |
| 12 | Adam Carlénsimilar↗ | IFK Göteborg | 26 | €400k | 88 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rico Preißinger
≈ 100% Rico Preißinger · strong: Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
≈ 100% Rico Preißinger · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
≈ 100% Rico Preißinger · strong: Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Rico Preißinger?
By Doppel's fit score, Magnus Knudsen (Holstein Kiel) is the closest profile to Rico Preißinger, with a 77/100 overall match. Santiago Castañeda and Lennard Hartjes are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rico Preißinger?
Yes. Cristiano Bani (Mantova) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 77/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rico Preißinger?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rico Preißinger's 2025/26 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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