Players like Luis Rioja
RM/LW/RWValencia · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLuis Rioja's profile ↗
The players most similar to Luis Rioja are Esmir Bajraktarević, Jacob Murphy, Andreas Skov Olsen. Doppel rates Esmir Bajraktarević (PSV Eindhoven) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Daan Rots scores 82/100 at about €4.7m. Data as of October 2026.
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Luis Rioja is a dynamic winger known for his precision crossing and ability to win possession in the attacking third. With a Sofascore rating in the top 35% of his positional peers, he consistently impacts games through accurate long balls and high involvement in play, making him a reliable creator. Durability is a strong asset, as he has missed no games in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third, Touches. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Luis Rioja
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Esmir Bajraktarevićsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 21 | €8.2m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Jacob Murphysimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 31 | €11m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Andreas Skov Olsensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €6.6m | 89 | 83 |
| 4 | Facundo Buonanottesimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €11m | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | Daan Rotssimilar↗ | FC Twente | 25 | €4.7m | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Calvin Stengssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 28 | €4.8m | 88 | 83 |
| 7 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Nicolas Pépésimilar↗ | Villarreal | 31 | €6.6m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Thorgan Hazardsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €1.8m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Edon Zhegrovasimilar↗ | Juventus | 27 | €9.5m | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Brennan Johnsonsimilar↗ | Everton | 25 | €32m | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 87 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Luis Rioja
≈ 100% Luis Rioja · 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
≈ 100% Luis Rioja · strong: Big chances created, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Luis Rioja · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Luis Rioja?
Statistically, Esmir Bajraktarević (PSV Eindhoven) is the closest look-alike to Luis Rioja — a 82/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Luis Rioja?
By Doppel's fit score, Esmir Bajraktarević (PSV Eindhoven) is the closest profile to Luis Rioja, with a 82/100 overall match. Jacob Murphy and Andreas Skov Olsen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Luis Rioja?
Yes. Daan Rots (FC Twente) plays a similar right midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €4.7m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Luis Rioja?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Luis Rioja's 2025/26 season, then ranks right midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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