Clément Akpa vs Moussa Niakhaté
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Moussa Niakhaté commands a higher market value (€15.0M vs €8.0M). Clément Akpa leads in tackles won / 90 and clearances / 90. Moussa Niakhaté is stronger in goals / 90 and interceptions / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, commanding in the air (4.3 clearances/90), wins the physical battle (60% duel success), penetrates with forward passing (8.4 final-third passes/90), uses long balls frequently (10.2/90) and active off the ball (2.2 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, commanding in the air (6.4 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (91% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (70% duel success), penetrates with forward passing (9.0 final-third passes/90), central to possession (75 touches/90), dominant in the air (3.6 aerials won/90, 71%) and active off the ball (2.2 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Clément Akpa | Moussa Niakhaté | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.12 | Moussa |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.89 | 0.62 | Clément |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.19 | 1.58 | Moussa |
| Clearances / 90 | 4.26 | 3.53 | Clément |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.16 | 2.21 | — |
| Pass accuracy % | 84.00 | 89.40 | Moussa |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Clément Akpa or Moussa Niakhaté?
Moussa Niakhaté commands a higher market value (€15.0M vs €8.0M). Clément Akpa leads in tackles won / 90 and clearances / 90. Moussa Niakhaté is stronger in goals / 90 and interceptions / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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?
Clément Akpa has a market value of €8.0M, while Moussa Niakhaté is valued at €15.0M.