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 October 2026.
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Rico Lewis is a dynamic right-back with the ability to influence play from deep, showcasing traits of a positional ball-playing defender. His top-tier accuracy in final-third passes and impressive touches per 90 highlight his exceptional distribution, while his ability to win possession in the attacking third emphasizes his proactive approach. With a solid Sofascore rating placing him in the top 42% of his peers and remarkable durability, Lewis stands out as a reliable and impactful presence on the pitch.
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↗ | Real Racing Club | 27 | €4.6m | 88 | 82 |
| 3 | Pape Matar Sarrsimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 24 | €28m | 88 | 81 |
| 4 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | No team | 35 | €1.1m | 87 | 81 |
| 5 | Kian Fitz-Jimsimilar↗ | Torino | 23 | €2.8m | 86 | 82 |
| 6 | Hicham Boudaouisimilar↗ | Nice | 27 | €11m | 86 | 80 |
| 7 | Youri Regeersimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 23 | €4.7m | 86 | 81 |
| 8 | Nicolò Fagiolisimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 25 | €15m | 85 | 81 |
| 9 | Joris van Overeemsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 32 | €900k | 85 | 80 |
| 10 | Yan Coutosimilar↗ | Como | 24 | €18m | 85 | 82 |
| 11 | Kees Smitsimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 20 | €24m | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Youssouf Fofanasimilar↗ | Sevilla | 27 | €25m | 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 closest look-alike to Rico Lewis?
Statistically, Matisse Samoise (KAA Gent) is the closest look-alike to Rico Lewis — a 81/100 profile match (88/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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 (No team) 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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