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Al Gharafa· 2024/2025 · Stars League · PARTIAL

Best Alternatives to Sergio Rico

GoalkeeperSpain32y€6.0MFull profile →

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Based on 630 min · 2024/2025 · Stars League · PARTIAL

Ranked by AI DNA similarity — playing style, pressing, and tactical fit. Below: the closest replacements with per-90 stats and form.

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Top 3 alternatives to Sergio Rico

Jonathan Fischer81% match
Metz · Ligue 1 · €3.0M
Juan Musso81% match
Atlético Madrid · La Liga · €3.0M
Maduka Okoye81% match
Udinese · Serie A · €8.0M

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Playing Style Analysis

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Rico carries the weight of a near-fatal accident and a remarkable comeback into every match he plays—a story that makes the raw numbers almost secondary. Operating in the Stars League with a B-tier side, his 61.3% pass accuracy and 24.0 passes per 90 both sit above the positional average, suggesting a goalkeeper comfortable initiating from the back rather than simply clearing his lines. The counterintuitive read here: in a league where many stoppers play conservatively, Rico's above-average distribution volume signals genuine intent to build play—not just survival instincts. The three closest DNA matches to Sergio Rico:

Jonathan Fischer(81% match) — A Commanding Keeper. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, dominant in aerial duels (86% success), reliable in goal (3.6 saves/90) and commands the box with authority (0.7 punches/90).
Juan Musso(81% match) — A Traditional Keeper. Statistically, he stands out as dominant in aerial duels (100% success) and exceptionally busy shot-stopper (4.3 saves/90).
Maduka Okoye(81% match) — A Traditional Keeper. Statistically, he stands out as dominant in aerial duels (100% success).

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Jonathan Fischer

Metz · Ligue 1

Denmark24yContract 2029

vs Rico: 8y younger

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the best alternatives to Sergio Rico?▼

The top alternatives to Sergio Rico based on AI DNA playing style analysis include: Jonathan Fischer, Juan Musso, Maduka Okoye, Robin Risser, Emil Audero. These players were matched using Rising Transfers' 768-dimension DNA model across playing style, pressing intensity, and tactical fit — not just position or market value.

Which players are similar to Sergio Rico in 2026?▼

Players with a similar profile to Sergio Rico in 2026 include Jonathan Fischer (€3.0M), Juan Musso (€3.0M), Maduka Okoye (€8.0M). For a deeper DNA-level comparison including playing style, physical attributes, and tactical fit, ask Rising Transfers' AI directly.

What position does Sergio Rico play and who plays similarly?▼

Sergio Rico plays as a Goalkeeper. Players with a comparable positional profile include Jonathan Fischer (Denmark, €3.0M); Juan Musso (Argentina, €3.0M); Maduka Okoye (Nigeria, €8.0M); Robin Risser (France, €10.0M).

How does Rising Transfers find similar players?▼

Rising Transfers uses a proprietary 768-dimension Player DNA model trained on 3.2 million match events. Each player is represented as a vector across 35+ per-90 metrics including pressing intensity, passing footprint, dribbling profile, and defensive contribution. Similarity is measured using cosine distance — the same technique used in state-of-the-art AI systems — making it the most precise player comparison tool available publicly.

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