Players like Rick Meissen
CBExcelsior · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRick Meissen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rick Meissen are Ayumu Seko, Miguel Nóbrega, Emirhan Topçu. Doppel rates Ayumu Seko (Le Havre) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Miguel Nóbrega scores 85/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Rick Meissen is a ball-playing centre-back who excels in initiating attacks from deep, highlighted by his impressive long pass accuracy in the top 14% of his peers. Though his overall quality ranks in the bottom 27%, his ability to win possession in the attacking third and create big chances adds a unique dimension to his game. With a remarkable durability record, missing no games over the last three seasons, he’s a reliable presence in defense, though he could improve his duel success rate to elevate his impact further.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Possession won in att. third, Big chances created. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rick Meissen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ayumu Sekosimilar↗ | Le Havre | 26 | €4.7m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 90 | 85 |
| 3 | Emirhan Topçusimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 26 | €6.5m | 88 | 82 |
| 4 | Eric Smithsimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 29 | €5.3m | 87 | 83 |
| 5 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 87 | 82 |
| 6 | Joedrick Pupesimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €1.3m | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Enrique Lofolomosimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 26 | €1.1m | 86 | 82 |
| 8 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 86 | 83 |
| 9 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 86 | 82 |
| 10 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Henrik Heggheimsimilar↗ | Viking FK | 25 | €1.9m | 85 | 83 |
| 12 | Edgaras Utkussimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 26 | €1.5m | 85 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rick Meissen
≈ 100% Rick Meissen · strong: Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Rick Meissen · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Rick Meissen · strong: Sofascore rating, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Rick Meissen?
By Doppel's fit score, Ayumu Seko (Le Havre) is the closest profile to Rick Meissen, with a 81/100 overall match. Miguel Nóbrega and Emirhan Topçu are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rick Meissen?
Yes. Miguel Nóbrega (Rio Ave) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rick Meissen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rick Meissen's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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