Players like Chris Rigg
CM/CAMSunderland · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitChris Rigg's profile ↗
The players most similar to Chris Rigg are Kevin Sessa, Charlie Patiño, Fabian Rieder. Doppel rates Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) a 86/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Charlie Patiño scores 84/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Chris Rigg is an emerging dribbling attacking midfielder known for his ability to navigate tight spaces and take on defenders, as highlighted by his top 23% ranking in successful dribbles. While his overall performance sits in the bottom 36% of his positional peers, his durability stands out, with no games missed in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability. Rigg's potential to develop into a more well-rounded playmaker is evident as he gains experience in the Championship.
Strengths: Successful dribbles. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Chris Rigg
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Fabian Riedersimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 24 | €11m | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Torino | 25 | €6.8m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Lazar Samardžićsimilar↗ | Udinese | 24 | €16m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Fábio Vieirasimilar↗ | Hamburger SV | 26 | €17m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Husseyn Chakrounsimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 22 | €1.7m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Mert Kömürsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 21 | €12m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Bilal Bafdilisimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €900k | 90 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Chris Rigg
≈ 100% Chris Rigg · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Chris Rigg · strong: Accurate crosses, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Aerial duels won /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Chris Rigg · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Chris Rigg?
By Doppel's fit score, Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) is the closest profile to Chris Rigg, with a 86/100 overall match. Charlie Patiño and Fabian Rieder are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Chris Rigg?
Yes. Charlie Patiño (Swansea City) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Chris Rigg?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Chris Rigg'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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