Best Alternatives to Sergio Rico

Top 3 Alternatives to Sergio Rico

1. 1.Jonathan Fischer81% DNA match·Metz€3.0M
2. 2.Robin Risser81% DNA match·Lens€10.0M
3. 3.Emil Audero81% DNA match·Cremonese€3.2M

Ranked by AI DNA similarity — 768 dimensions across playing style, pressing intensity, and tactical fit.

Playing Style Analysis

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 most similar players to Sergio Rico by playing style are:

• Jonathan Fischer(81% match) — A Commanding Keeper. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, dominant in aerial duels (80% success), exceptionally busy shot-stopper (4.4 saves/90) and commands the box with authority (1.0 punches/90). However, he concedes frequently (2.75/90).
• Robin Risser(81% match) — A Traditional Keeper. Note: this profile is based on 720 minutes of playing time this season.
• Emil Audero(81% match) — A Sweeper-Keeper. Statistically, he stands out as dominant in aerial duels (100% success) and reliable in goal (3.5 saves/90).

Similarity is calculated using per-90 performance data across multiple playing style dimensions. How Player DNA matching works →