Daniel James vs Mohamed Salah
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Mohamed Salah commands a higher market value (€30.0M vs €14.0M). Daniel James leads in passes (final 3rd) / 90 and tackles won / 90. Mohamed Salah is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Overall, Mohamed Salah holds the statistical edge across 5 of 8 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
James has built a career on making defenders uncomfortable in tight spaces, and the numbers this season—however limited—suggest that instinct hasn't faded. His duel win rate sits in the top 10% among Premier League attackers, a figure that reflects genuine physicality in one-on-one situations rather than manufactured contact.
A Inside Forward. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, an elite creator (2.1 key passes/90), a constant goal threat (2.8 shots/90), a regular goalscorer (0.31 goals/90) and a prolific assist provider (0.26 assists/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Daniel James | Mohamed Salah | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.31 | Mohamed |
| Assists / 90 | 0.00 | 0.26 | Mohamed |
| Shots / 90 | 2.28 | 2.80 | Mohamed |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.71 | 2.14 | Mohamed |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 2.46 | 1.68 | Daniel |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.67 | 0.40 | Daniel |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.58 | 1.47 | Daniel |
| Pass accuracy % | 64.70 | 76.60 | Mohamed |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Daniel James or Mohamed Salah?
Mohamed Salah commands a higher market value (€30.0M vs €14.0M). Daniel James leads in passes (final 3rd) / 90 and tackles won / 90. Mohamed Salah is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Overall, Mohamed Salah holds the statistical edge across 5 of 8 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?
Daniel James has a market value of €14.0M, while Mohamed Salah is valued at €30.0M.