Bruma vs Ivan Cavaleiro
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Ivan Cavaleiro commands a higher market value (€11.8M vs €5.0M). Bruma leads in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Ivan Cavaleiro is stronger in key passes / 90 and press intensity / 90. Overall, Bruma holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Bruma remains one of European football's most frustrating paradoxes—a player whose ceiling still flickers brighter than his consistency, yet whose numbers in Liga Portugal this season quietly make a compelling case. His dribble rate sits in the top 5% of attackers in the league, and he pairs that with assists per 90 that rank even higher—suggesting a creator who actually delivers, not just one who tries.
Cavaleiro is the kind of attacker who makes a team tick without ever dominating the highlights reel. Operating in Liga Portugal, his passes into the final third rank in the top 10% among forwards—a figure that quietly reframes what he actually is: not a finisher, but a connector.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Bruma | Ivan Cavaleiro | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.52 | 0.21 | Bruma |
| Assists / 90 | 0.37 | 0.00 | Bruma |
| Shots / 90 | 3.20 | 2.01 | Bruma |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.49 | 1.80 | Ivan |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | — | 3.59 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 0.32 | — |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.05 | 2.09 | Ivan |
| Pass accuracy % | 78.00 | 77.80 | Bruma |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Bruma or Ivan Cavaleiro?
Ivan Cavaleiro commands a higher market value (€11.8M vs €5.0M). Bruma leads in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Ivan Cavaleiro is stronger in key passes / 90 and press intensity / 90. Overall, Bruma holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 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?
Bruma has a market value of €5.0M, while Ivan Cavaleiro is valued at €11.8M.