Abdul Aziz Yakubu vs Cherif Ndiaye
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Cherif Ndiaye commands a higher market value (€4.0M vs €1.0M). Abdul Aziz Yakubu leads in assists / 90 and pass accuracy %. Cherif Ndiaye is stronger in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Cherif Ndiaye holds the statistical edge across 5 of 7 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Yakubu is the Super League’s most paradoxical "ghost" striker, a player who operates on the periphery of the game yet possesses the technical composure of a seasoned playmaker when he finally touches the ball. While his volume is deceptively low—ranking in the bottom 10% for total passes and shots—his 91.7% pass accuracy is an elite outlier that puts him in the league’s top 10%, suggesting a finisher who refuses to waste possession.
A Complete Forward. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.3 key passes/90), a proven goalscorer (0.47 goals/90), draws fouls effectively (2.9/90) and top 20% scorer in the league.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Abdul Aziz Yakubu | Cherif Ndiaye | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.36 | 0.47 | Cherif |
| Assists / 90 | 0.29 | 0.07 | Abdul |
| Shots / 90 | 1.69 | 1.94 | Cherif |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.19 | 1.27 | Cherif |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 1.40 | 1.49 | Cherif |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.22 | 0.47 | Cherif |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.97 | 0.98 | — |
| Pass accuracy % | 91.70 | 80.80 | Abdul |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Abdul Aziz Yakubu or Cherif Ndiaye?
Cherif Ndiaye commands a higher market value (€4.0M vs €1.0M). Abdul Aziz Yakubu leads in assists / 90 and pass accuracy %. Cherif Ndiaye is stronger in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Cherif Ndiaye holds the statistical edge across 5 of 7 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?
Abdul Aziz Yakubu has a market value of €1.0M, while Cherif Ndiaye is valued at €4.0M.