Diego Lainez vs Thiago Almada
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Thiago Almada commands a higher market value (€20.0M vs €6.0M). Diego Lainez leads in assists / 90 and tackles won / 90. Thiago Almada is stronger in shots / 90 and passes (final 3rd) / 90. Overall, Thiago Almada holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Forward. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (2.1 key passes/90), a regular goalscorer (0.21 goals/90), a reliable supplier (0.21 assists/90) and draws fouls effectively (2.5/90).
A Link-up Striker. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (2.0 key passes/90), a regular goalscorer (0.23 goals/90) and meticulous in distribution (88% pass accuracy).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Diego Lainez | Thiago Almada | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.22 | 0.23 | — |
| Assists / 90 | 0.22 | 0.11 | Diego |
| Shots / 90 | 1.64 | 1.82 | Thiago |
| Key passes / 90 | 2.04 | 2.05 | — |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 3.60 | 5.53 | Thiago |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.29 | 1.19 | Diego |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.04 | 2.70 | Thiago |
| Pass accuracy % | 77.80 | 85.80 | Thiago |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Diego Lainez or Thiago Almada?
Thiago Almada commands a higher market value (€20.0M vs €6.0M). Diego Lainez leads in assists / 90 and tackles won / 90. Thiago Almada is stronger in shots / 90 and passes (final 3rd) / 90. Overall, Thiago Almada holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 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?
Diego Lainez has a market value of €6.0M, while Thiago Almada is valued at €20.0M.