Players like Ricardo Guimaraes
CM/CDMChaves · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitRicardo Guimaraes's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ricardo Guimaraes are Ayoni Santos, Rabby Nzingoula, Wilitty Younoussa. Doppel rates Ayoni Santos (PSV Eindhoven) a 81/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Marino Illescas scores 79/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ricardo Guimaraes is a tenacious defensive midfielder known for his ability to disrupt opposition play and win duels. His elite metrics in successful dribbles and possession won in the attacking third highlight his capacity to regain control and initiate counterattacks, making him a valuable asset in midfield. Despite his limited offensive contributions, his durability is impressive, having missed only three games in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third, Duels won. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ricardo Guimaraes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ayoni Santossimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 21 | €2.1m | 91 | 81 |
| 2 | Rabby Nzingoulasimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 21 | €2.1m | 91 | 79 |
| 3 | Wilitty Younoussasimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 25 | €800k | 90 | 80 |
| 4 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 21 | €1.8m | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Duccio Degli Innocentisimilar↗ | Empoli | 23 | €1.3m | 89 | 78 |
| 6 | Marino Illescassimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 25 | €300k | 88 | 79 |
| 7 | Lawrence Agyekumsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €1.4m | 88 | 79 |
| 8 | Alexander Prasssimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 25 | €8.7m | 87 | 78 |
| 9 | Christian Pierobonsimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €600k | 86 | 79 |
| 10 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 86 | 79 |
| 11 | Mathias De Amorimsimilar↗ | Famalicão | 22 | €9.7m | 86 | 79 |
| 12 | Pablo Ibáñezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €4.1m | 85 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ricardo Guimaraes
≈ 100% Ricardo Guimaraes · strong: Successful dribbles, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Ricardo Guimaraes · strong: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Ricardo Guimaraes · low reliability
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ricardo Guimaraes?
Statistically, Ayoni Santos (PSV Eindhoven) is the closest look-alike to Ricardo Guimaraes — a 81/100 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 Ricardo Guimaraes?
By Doppel's fit score, Ayoni Santos (PSV Eindhoven) is the closest profile to Ricardo Guimaraes, with a 81/100 overall match. Rabby Nzingoula and Wilitty Younoussa are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ricardo Guimaraes?
Yes. Marino Illescas (AD Ceuta) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ricardo Guimaraes?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ricardo Guimaraes's 2023/24 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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