Players like Omar Richards
LBRio Ave · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitOmar Richards's profile ↗
The players most similar to Omar Richards are Théo Sainte-Luce, Yannick Cappelle, Rhys Norrington-Davies. Doppel rates Théo Sainte-Luce (Montpellier) a 77/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Unax Agote scores 78/100 at about €200k. Data as of September 2026.
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Omar Richards is a tenacious defensive left-back known for his strong dueling capabilities and reliable tackling. Despite a lower overall rating, he excels in successful dribbles and defensive contributions, making him a solid presence on the flank. With just 14 games missed over the last three seasons, his durability adds to his appeal, ensuring he can consistently support both defense and attack for Rio Ave.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Duels won, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 14 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Omar Richards
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Théo Sainte-Lucesimilar↗ | Montpellier | 28 | €1.0m | 90 | 77 |
| 2 | Yannick Cappellesimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 23 | €700k | 90 | 76 |
| 3 | Rhys Norrington-Daviessimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 27 | €2.3m | 89 | 77 |
| 4 | Giovanni Bonfantisimilar↗ | Pisa | 23 | €3.9m | 89 | 77 |
| 5 | Marcus Baggesensimilar↗ | IFK Norrköping | 23 | €400k | 89 | 79 |
| 6 | Unax Agotesimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 23 | €200k | 89 | 78 |
| 7 | Cristiano Banisimilar↗ | Mantova | 27 | €500k | 88 | 77 |
| 8 | Fernando Medranosimilar↗ | Mirandés | 26 | €500k | 88 | 78 |
| 9 | Deyovaisio Zeefuiksimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 28 | €1.1m | 88 | 77 |
| 10 | Jorge Salinassimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 19 | €8.5m | 87 | 76 |
| 11 | Marvelsimilar↗ | Leganés | 23 | €800k | 86 | 78 |
| 12 | Jose Fontánsimilar↗ | FC Cartagena | 26 | €1.9m | 86 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Omar Richards
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Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Omar Richards?
By Doppel's fit score, Théo Sainte-Luce (Montpellier) is the closest profile to Omar Richards, with a 77/100 overall match. Yannick Cappelle and Rhys Norrington-Davies are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Omar Richards?
Yes. Unax Agote (Real Sociedad B) plays a similar left back role and rates 78/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Omar Richards?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Omar Richards'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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