Alexis Saelemaekers vs Charles De Ketelaere
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Charles De Ketelaere commands a higher market value (€35.0M vs €25.0M). Alexis Saelemaekers leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Charles De Ketelaere is stronger in assists / 90 and shots / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
Based on per-90 statistics · How we compare players →
Playing Style Profiles
A Box-to-Box. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (1.6 key passes/90), an aggressive ball-winner (2.7 tackles/90), wins the physical battle (56% duel success), heavily involved in play (61 touches/90), active off the ball (2.3 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions and top 10% tackler in the league.
De Ketelaere is the rare midfielder who can unlock a defence with a dribble or a disguised pass, yet leave you genuinely anxious every time the opposition has the ball. His key pass rate sits in Serie A's top 5% among midfielders—a number that reflects not just volume but consistent quality in the most dangerous corridors of the pitch.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Alexis Saelemaekers | Charles De Ketelaere | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.10 | 0.06 | — |
| Assists / 90 | 0.10 | 0.18 | Charles |
| Shots / 90 | 1.26 | 2.16 | Charles |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.57 | 2.53 | Charles |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 3.44 | 5.88 | Charles |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.23 | 0.58 | Alexis |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.63 | 0.12 | Alexis |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.30 | 2.12 | Alexis |
| Pass accuracy % | 83.20 | 81.10 | Alexis |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Alexis Saelemaekers or Charles De Ketelaere?
Charles De Ketelaere commands a higher market value (€35.0M vs €25.0M). Alexis Saelemaekers leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Charles De Ketelaere is stronger in assists / 90 and shots / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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?
Alexis Saelemaekers has a market value of €25.0M, while Charles De Ketelaere is valued at €35.0M.