Castello Lukeba vs Dayot Upamecano
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Dayot Upamecano commands a higher market value (€70.0M vs €45.0M). Castello Lukeba leads in goals / 90 and clearances / 90. Dayot Upamecano is stronger in tackles won / 90 and press intensity / 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 (5.2 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (90% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (61% duel success), heavily involved in possession (67 passes/90), central to possession (82 touches/90), uses long balls frequently (5.8/90) and active off the ball (2.8 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as active in the tackle (2.2 tackles/90), meticulous in distribution (92% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (56% duel success), heavily involved in possession (82 passes/90), penetrates with forward passing (9.2 final-third passes/90), central to possession (94 touches/90), uses long balls frequently (5.2/90) and active off the ball (3.0 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Castello Lukeba | Dayot Upamecano | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.15 | 0.09 | Castello |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.50 | 1.35 | Dayot |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.86 | 1.87 | — |
| Clearances / 90 | 4.95 | 2.58 | Castello |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.80 | 2.97 | Dayot |
| Pass accuracy % | 89.80 | 92.80 | Dayot |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Castello Lukeba or Dayot Upamecano?
Dayot Upamecano commands a higher market value (€70.0M vs €45.0M). Castello Lukeba leads in goals / 90 and clearances / 90. Dayot Upamecano is stronger in tackles won / 90 and press intensity / 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?
Castello Lukeba has a market value of €45.0M, while Dayot Upamecano is valued at €70.0M.