Diego Reyes vs Junior Diaz
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Diego Reyes commands a higher market value (€7.0M vs €5.0M). Junior Diaz is stronger in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Junior Diaz holds the statistical edge across 5 of 5 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Reyes is the kind of defender who wins the fight but loses the argument—dominant in the trenches, frustratingly limited everywhere else. His duel win rate sits in the top 20% of Liga MX defenders, meaning when the ball is contested on the ground, he's among the more reliable stoppers in the division.
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (5.4 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (86% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (64% duel success), switches play with precision (5.2 long balls/90, 60% accuracy) and active off the ball (2.0 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Diego Reyes | Junior Diaz | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.83 | 0.90 | Junior |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.89 | 1.21 | Junior |
| Clearances / 90 | 6.87 | 7.23 | Junior |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.40 | 2.03 | Junior |
| Pass accuracy % | 80.30 | 85.80 | Junior |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Diego Reyes or Junior Diaz?
Diego Reyes commands a higher market value (€7.0M vs €5.0M). Junior Diaz is stronger in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Junior Diaz holds the statistical edge across 5 of 5 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 Reyes has a market value of €7.0M, while Junior Diaz is valued at €5.0M.