Players like Ricardo Rodríguez
LBReal Betis · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRicardo Rodríguez's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ricardo Rodríguez are Diego Sánchez, Márton Dárdai, Imanol García de Albéniz. Doppel rates Diego Sánchez (Sporting Gijón) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Mikkel Kirkeskov scores 75/100 at about €200k. Data as of September 2026.
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Ricardo Rodríguez is a seasoned left-back known for his precise distribution and ability to contribute offensively, showcasing traits of a ball-playing defender. While his overall quality ranks in the bottom 47% among peers, he excels in delivering accurate long balls and crosses, making him a reliable outlet from the back. With only one game missed in the last three seasons, his durability enhances his value to Real Betis, though he could improve on creating goal-scoring opportunities.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Touches. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ricardo Rodríguez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Diego Sánchezsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €1.5m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Márton Dárdaisimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 24 | €2.6m | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Imanol García de Albénizsimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 26 | €800k | 89 | 77 |
| 4 | Mikkel Kirkeskovsimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 35 | €200k | 89 | 75 |
| 5 | Cristiano Banisimilar↗ | Mantova | 27 | €500k | 89 | 77 |
| 6 | Julien Kouadiosimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 27 | €900k | 87 | 78 |
| 7 | Marvelsimilar↗ | Leganés | 23 | €800k | 87 | 79 |
| 8 | Christian Dalle Murasimilar↗ | Cosenza | 24 | €500k | 86 | 78 |
| 9 | Antonino Gallosimilar↗ | Lecce | 26 | €3.2m | 85 | 76 |
| 10 | Ulrik Jenssensimilar↗ | Rosenborg BK | 30 | €400k | 85 | 76 |
| 11 | Marco Bellichsimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 27 | €1.3m | 85 | 75 |
| 12 | Mario Climentsimilar↗ | Cádiz | 24 | €800k | 85 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ricardo Rodríguez
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Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won %
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FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Ricardo Rodríguez?
By Doppel's fit score, Diego Sánchez (Sporting Gijón) is the closest profile to Ricardo Rodríguez, with a 82/100 overall match. Márton Dárdai and Imanol García de Albéniz are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ricardo Rodríguez?
Yes. Mikkel Kirkeskov (Preußen Münster) plays a similar left back role and rates 75/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ricardo Rodríguez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ricardo Rodríguez's 2025/26 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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