Players like Federico Ricca
CB/LBClub Atlético Belgrano · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitFederico Ricca's profile ↗
The players most similar to Federico Ricca are Anselmo Garcia McNulty, Matthew Pollock, Nikolai Soyset Hopland. Doppel rates Anselmo Garcia McNulty (PEC Zwolle) a 85/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Nick Viergever scores 83/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Federico Ricca is a reliable ball-playing centre-back with a knack for distributing accurate long balls, ranking in the top 1% of his peers in this area. While his Sofascore rating places him in the bottom 49%, his ability to clear danger effectively (top 10%) showcases his defensive prowess. However, his injury history, with 34 games missed over the past three seasons, raises concerns about his availability. Despite this, his experience across multiple leagues adds valuable depth to any defensive line.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Clearances. Availability: 34 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Federico Ricca
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 93 | 85 |
| 2 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | Nikolai Soyset Hoplandsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €1.6m | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Clément Lengletsimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 31 | €4.2m | 92 | 83 |
| 6 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 92 | 83 |
| 7 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 37 | €300k | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Kevin Dikssimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 30 | €4.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Liam Kitchingsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 20 | €6.2m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Federico Ricca
≈ 100% Federico Ricca · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
≈ 100% Federico Ricca · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Federico Ricca · strong: Accurate long balls, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Federico Ricca?
Statistically, Anselmo Garcia McNulty (PEC Zwolle) is the closest look-alike to Federico Ricca — a 85/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Federico Ricca?
By Doppel's fit score, Anselmo Garcia McNulty (PEC Zwolle) is the closest profile to Federico Ricca, with a 85/100 overall match. Matthew Pollock and Nikolai Soyset Hopland are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Federico Ricca?
Yes. Nick Viergever (PEC Zwolle) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Federico Ricca?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Federico Ricca's 2024/25 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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