Alexis Sánchez vs Leroy Sané
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Alexis Sánchez commands a higher market value (€34.0M vs €23.0M). Alexis Sánchez leads in assists / 90 and key passes / 90. Leroy Sané is stronger in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Leroy Sané holds the statistical edge across 6 of 8 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Forward. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (2.3 key passes/90), a prolific assist provider (0.27 assists/90) and draws fouls effectively (2.2/90).
Sané remains one of European football's most frustrating paradoxes—a player whose ceiling was always elite, now quietly rebuilding relevance in Turkey while the data suggests he hasn't lost much at all. His pass accuracy sits in the top 5% of Super Lig attackers, and his 41.2 passes per 90 isn't a midfielder's number accidentally attached to a forward—it reflects a player who has repositioned himself as a conductor rather than a pure destroyer.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Alexis Sánchez | Leroy Sané | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.14 | 0.33 | Leroy |
| Assists / 90 | 0.27 | 0.20 | Alexis |
| Shots / 90 | 1.64 | 1.92 | Leroy |
| Key passes / 90 | 2.32 | 1.92 | Alexis |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 3.55 | 3.69 | Leroy |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.71 | 1.04 | Leroy |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.11 | 2.46 | Leroy |
| Pass accuracy % | 73.30 | 83.90 | Leroy |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Alexis Sánchez or Leroy Sané?
Alexis Sánchez commands a higher market value (€34.0M vs €23.0M). Alexis Sánchez leads in assists / 90 and key passes / 90. Leroy Sané is stronger in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Leroy Sané holds the statistical edge across 6 of 8 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?
Alexis Sánchez has a market value of €34.0M, while Leroy Sané is valued at €23.0M.