Players like Zé Ricardo
CM/CDMRemo · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitZé Ricardo's profile ↗
Zé Ricardo is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Remo in the BRA-Serie A, with 18 appearances and 1 assist in 2026. Players similar to Zé Ricardo include Lewis O'Brien from Wrexham (fit 81/100), Serginho of Santa Clara (fit 82/100), and Thomas Van den Keybus from KVC Westerlo (fit 81/100), all showcasing comparable roles and statistical profiles.
About Zé Ricardo
Zé Ricardo is a tenacious defensive midfielder with a knack for aerial battles, showcasing his strength in winning duels with an impressive top 8% ranking. Despite being in the bottom tier for overall quality, he contributes effectively by creating big chances, indicating a potential for playmaking from deep. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence in the midfield.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Big chances created. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Zé Ricardo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lewis O'Briensimilar↗ | Wrexham | 28 | €6.2m | 89 | 81 |
| 2 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 3 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 88 | 81 |
| 4 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 88 | 83 |
| 5 | Adem Zorganesimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €13m | 88 | 80 |
| 6 | Carles Aleñásimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €2.8m | 87 | 80 |
| 7 | Pedro Limasimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 23 | €3.2m | 87 | 80 |
| 8 | Mattias Svanbergsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €8.3m | 86 | 81 |
| 9 | Félix Lemaréchalsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €6.5m | 86 | 81 |
| 10 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 86 | 83 |
| 11 | Louis Moutonsimilar↗ | Angers | 24 | €4.1m | 86 | 80 |
| 12 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 85 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Zé Ricardo
≈ 100% Zé Ricardo · strong: Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Zé Ricardo · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Zé Ricardo · strong: Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Zé Ricardo?
By Doppel's fit score, Lewis O'Brien (Wrexham) is the closest profile to Zé Ricardo, with a 81/100 overall match. Serginho and Thomas Van den Keybus are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Zé Ricardo?
Yes. Thomas Van den Keybus (KVC Westerlo) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Zé Ricardo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Zé Ricardo's 2026 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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