Players like Rico Lewis
RB/CDMManchester City · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitRico Lewis's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rico Lewis are Matisse Samoise, Iván Martín, Pape Matar Sarr. Doppel rates Matisse Samoise (KAA Gent) a 81/100 overall match — 88/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Matías Vecino scores 81/100 at about €1.1m. Data as of September 2026.
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Rico Lewis is a dynamic right-back with the versatility to impact play as a defensive midfielder. His top-tier ability to deliver accurate final-third passes and win possession in the attacking third highlights his playmaking prowess, solidifying him as a valuable asset in Manchester City's setup. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 46% of his positional peers and remarkable durability, having missed only five games in three seasons, Lewis is a reliable performer ready to make a significant impact.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Touches, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rico Lewis
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matisse Samoisesimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 88 | 81 |
| 2 | Iván Martínsimilar↗ | Girona FC | 27 | €4.6m | 88 | 83 |
| 3 | Pape Matar Sarrsimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 24 | €28m | 88 | 81 |
| 4 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 87 | 81 |
| 5 | Kian Fitz-Jimsimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 23 | €2.8m | 86 | 83 |
| 6 | Curtis Jonessimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 25 | €33m | 86 | 81 |
| 7 | Hicham Boudaouisimilar↗ | Nice | 27 | €11m | 86 | 80 |
| 8 | Nicolò Fagiolisimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 25 | €15m | 85 | 81 |
| 9 | Theo Leonisimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 26 | €3.9m | 85 | 80 |
| 10 | Joris van Overeemsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 32 | €900k | 85 | 80 |
| 11 | Yan Coutosimilar↗ | Girona FC | 24 | €18m | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Kees Smitsimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 20 | €24m | 85 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rico Lewis
≈ 100% Rico Lewis · strong: Possession won in att. third, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Rico Lewis · strong: Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Rico Lewis · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Rico Lewis?
By Doppel's fit score, Matisse Samoise (KAA Gent) is the closest profile to Rico Lewis, with a 81/100 overall match. Iván Martín and Pape Matar Sarr are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rico Lewis?
Yes. Matías Vecino (Lazio) plays a similar right back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €1.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rico Lewis?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rico Lewis's 2024/25 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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