Players like Lars Ritzka
LB/LMFC St. Pauli · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLars Ritzka's profile ↗
The players most similar to Lars Ritzka are Albian Hajdari, Martin Frese, Diego Rico. Doppel rates Albian Hajdari (TSG Hoffenheim) a 77/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Wouter Prins scores 76/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Lars Ritzka is a dynamic left-back with a penchant for contributing in attack, showcasing his ability as a goal-scoring threat and aerial presence. Despite his overall rating placing him in the bottom 41% of his positional peers, he excels in non-penalty goals and shots per 90 minutes, marking him as a reliable offensive outlet. His durability is impressive, having missed only five games in three seasons, reinforcing his role as a dependable option on the flanks.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Shots, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Lars Ritzka
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Albian Hajdarisimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 23 | €24m | 91 | 77 |
| 2 | Martin Fresesimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 28 | €2.7m | 89 | 81 |
| 3 | Diego Ricosimilar↗ | Osasuna | 33 | €1.0m | 89 | 77 |
| 4 | Wouter Prinssimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 22 | €500k | 89 | 76 |
| 5 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 88 | 80 |
| 6 | Luke Thomassimilar↗ | Leicester City | 25 | €5.4m | 88 | 79 |
| 7 | Dominik Kohrsimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 32 | €1.9m | 88 | 77 |
| 8 | Adam Obertsimilar↗ | Cagliari | 24 | €6.4m | 88 | 77 |
| 9 | Callum Eldersimilar↗ | Derby County | 31 | €400k | 85 | 77 |
| 10 | Honest Ahanorsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 18 | €31m | 85 | 77 |
| 11 | Sergi Cardonasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €8.6m | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Piero Hincapiésimilar↗ | Arsenal | 24 | €46m | 85 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Lars Ritzka
≈ 100% Lars Ritzka · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Lars Ritzka · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Lars Ritzka · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate crosses /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Lars Ritzka?
Statistically, Albian Hajdari (TSG Hoffenheim) is the closest look-alike to Lars Ritzka — a 77/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Lars Ritzka?
By Doppel's fit score, Albian Hajdari (TSG Hoffenheim) is the closest profile to Lars Ritzka, with a 77/100 overall match. Martin Frese and Diego Rico are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Lars Ritzka?
Yes. Wouter Prins (FC Groningen) plays a similar left back role and rates 76/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Lars Ritzka?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Lars Ritzka'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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