Cole Palmer vs Florian Wirtz
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Both players are valued similarly (€110.0M vs €110.0M). Cole Palmer leads in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Florian Wirtz is stronger in assists / 90 and key passes / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Creator. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, a capable chance creator (1.2 key passes/90), a constant goal threat (2.9 shots/90), a proven goalscorer (0.45 goals/90), meticulous in distribution (85% pass accuracy) and heavily involved in play (57 touches/90).
A Creator. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (2.3 key passes/90), central to possession (70 touches/90), active off the ball (2.1 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions and top 10% creator in the league.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Cole Palmer | Florian Wirtz | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.43 | 0.19 | Cole |
| Assists / 90 | 0.05 | 0.11 | Florian |
| Shots / 90 | 2.93 | 1.86 | Cole |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.20 | 2.31 | Florian |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 4.65 | 5.05 | Florian |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.61 | 1.07 | Florian |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.72 | 0.42 | Cole |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.96 | 2.08 | Florian |
| Pass accuracy % | 85.90 | 84.50 | Cole |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Cole Palmer or Florian Wirtz?
Both players are valued similarly (€110.0M vs €110.0M). Cole Palmer leads in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Florian Wirtz is stronger in assists / 90 and key passes / 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?
Cole Palmer has a market value of €110.0M, while Florian Wirtz is valued at €110.0M.