Christopher Operi vs Levent Mercan
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Levent Mercan commands a higher market value (€5.0M vs €2.5M). Levent Mercan is stronger in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Levent Mercan holds the statistical edge across 4 of 4 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Operi is the Super Lig’s quintessential "hidden engine," a Tier C defender operating with the creative output of a high-level playmaker. While most full-backs in Turkey are content with recycling possession, Operi lives in the final third, ranking in the top 20% for progressive passes (6.01/90) and an elite top 10% for assists.
A Active Full-Back. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, an elite creator (1.6 key passes/90), a reliable supplier (0.24 assists/90), active in the tackle (2.0 tackles/90), meticulous in distribution (85% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (58% duel success), central to possession (77 touches/90) and active off the ball (2.6 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Christopher Operi | Levent Mercan | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.91 | 1.19 | Levent |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.18 | 1.35 | Levent |
| Clearances / 90 | 2.22 | 2.22 | — |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.43 | 2.57 | Levent |
| Pass accuracy % | 84.10 | 84.80 | Levent |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Christopher Operi or Levent Mercan?
Levent Mercan commands a higher market value (€5.0M vs €2.5M). Levent Mercan is stronger in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Levent Mercan holds the statistical edge across 4 of 4 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?
Christopher Operi has a market value of €2.5M, while Levent Mercan is valued at €5.0M.