Benjamin Nygren vs Marco Grüll
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Both players are valued similarly (€6.5M vs €6.0M). Benjamin Nygren leads in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Overall, Benjamin Nygren holds the statistical edge across 7 of 7 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Nygren is the rare forward who combines a goalscorer's ruthlessness with a midfielder's brain—his 44.8 passes per 90 places him in the top 5% of attackers in this league, a volume that would look strange on a striker's card until you watch him play. His 0.71 goals per 90 is equally elite, but the counterintuitive story is in his pressing numbers: at 2.12 pressures per 90, also top 5%, he's not just a final-third threat but a genuine defensive weapon from the front.
A Forward. Statistically, he stands out as comfortable with both feet and an elite creator (2.0 key passes/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Benjamin Nygren | Marco Grüll | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.58 | 0.13 | Benjamin |
| Assists / 90 | 0.20 | 0.13 | Benjamin |
| Shots / 90 | 3.32 | 1.27 | Benjamin |
| Key passes / 90 | 2.26 | 1.90 | Benjamin |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 4.38 | 2.72 | Benjamin |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.80 | 0.68 | Benjamin |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.12 | 2.15 | — |
| Pass accuracy % | 83.60 | 75.60 | Benjamin |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Benjamin Nygren or Marco Grüll?
Both players are valued similarly (€6.5M vs €6.0M). Benjamin Nygren leads in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Overall, Benjamin Nygren holds the statistical edge across 7 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?
Benjamin Nygren has a market value of €6.5M, while Marco Grüll is valued at €6.0M.