Alban Lafont vs Jean Butez
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Both players are valued similarly (€7.5M vs €8.0M). Jean Butez is stronger in saves / 90 and goals conceded / 90. Overall, Jean Butez holds the statistical edge across 3 of 3 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Lafont has quietly reinvented himself as one of the most football-intelligent goalkeepers in Swiss football—a sweeper-keeper whose reading of the game and progressive passing belong in a higher conversation entirely. His passes into the final third rank in the top 5% of the league, which sounds technical until you realize most goalkeepers at this level are simply recycling possession sideways.
Butez has carved out a quietly elite identity in Serie A as a goalkeeper who builds play with the conviction of a midfielder and dominates his aerial zone with uncommon authority. His 84.9% pass accuracy and 36.5 passes per 90 both land in the top 10% of Serie A keepers, meaning he isn't just tidy in possession—he's genuinely driving his team's build-up from the back.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Alban Lafont | Jean Butez | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saves / 90 | 1.67 | 2.05 | Jean |
| Goals conceded / 90 | 0.81 | 0.73 | Jean |
| Pass accuracy % | 66.40 | 84.50 | Jean |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Alban Lafont or Jean Butez?
Both players are valued similarly (€7.5M vs €8.0M). Jean Butez is stronger in saves / 90 and goals conceded / 90. Overall, Jean Butez holds the statistical edge across 3 of 3 comparable metrics.
How is this comparison calculated?
Rising Transfers compares players using per-90 statistics normalised for playing time, combined with DNA playing style vectors built from 47 performance dimensions. This ensures fair comparison regardless of team, league, or playing time. Learn more about our comparison methodology →
What are their market values?
Alban Lafont has a market value of €7.5M, while Jean Butez is valued at €8.0M.