Aaron Connolly vs Enes Ünal
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Enes Ünal commands a higher market value (€8.0M vs €2.2M). Aaron Connolly leads in assists / 90 and key passes / 90. Enes Ünal is stronger in shots / 90. Overall, Aaron Connolly holds the statistical edge across 4 of 5 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Connolly operates as a high-volume trigger-man whose statistical profile suggests a player far too potent for the constraints of League One. While his raw goal return sits in the elite top 20% of the division, the real story lies in his relentless shot generation; averaging 4.01 attempts per 90, he ranks in the top 5% for volume, indicating a striker who refuses to be ignored.
Ünal is the kind of striker Premier League defenders quietly dread—a physical menace in the air who backs it up with real end product. His aerial win rate sits in the top 5% of forwards in this division, and crucially, those duels are translating: 5.68 aerials won per 90 is not a volume stat, it's dominance.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Aaron Connolly | Enes Ünal | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.42 | 0.46 | — |
| Assists / 90 | 0.21 | 0.00 | Aaron |
| Shots / 90 | 4.02 | 6.89 | Enes |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.51 | 0.00 | Aaron |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 2.77 | — | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.35 | — | — |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.68 | 0.00 | Aaron |
| Pass accuracy % | 79.30 | 66.70 | Aaron |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Aaron Connolly or Enes Ünal?
Enes Ünal commands a higher market value (€8.0M vs €2.2M). Aaron Connolly leads in assists / 90 and key passes / 90. Enes Ünal is stronger in shots / 90. Overall, Aaron Connolly holds the statistical edge across 4 of 5 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?
Aaron Connolly has a market value of €2.2M, while Enes Ünal is valued at €8.0M.