Players like David Ricardo
CBBotafogo · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitDavid Ricardo's profile ↗
The players most similar to David Ricardo are Gabriele Guarino, Matthew Pollock, Husniddin Aliqulov. Doppel rates Gabriele Guarino (Empoli) a 87/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Gustavo Henrique scores 83/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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David Ricardo is an aerially dominant centre-back with a knack for initiating attacks from the back. His top 15% Sofascore rating highlights his overall quality, complemented by impressive aerial duel success and ability to create big chances, showcasing his dual threat in both defense and offense. With just four games missed in the last three seasons, he proves to be a reliable presence in the backline, though he could improve on his tackling and interceptions to enhance his defensive impact.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Big chances created. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to David Ricardo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 92 | 87 |
| 2 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Husniddin Aliqulovsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 27 | €1.2m | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 25 | €6.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 90 | 86 |
| 6 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 33 | €600k | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 27 | €4.4m | 89 | 85 |
| 8 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 20 | €6.2m | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 37 | €300k | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match David Ricardo
≈ 100% David Ricardo · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% David Ricardo · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Duels won /90
≈ 100% David Ricardo · strong: Shots, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to David Ricardo?
Statistically, Gabriele Guarino (Empoli) is the closest look-alike to David Ricardo — a 87/100 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 David Ricardo?
By Doppel's fit score, Gabriele Guarino (Empoli) is the closest profile to David Ricardo, with a 87/100 overall match. Matthew Pollock and Husniddin Aliqulov are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to David Ricardo?
Yes. Gustavo Henrique (Real Valladolid) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to David Ricardo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from David Ricardo's 2025 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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