Danny Welbeck vs Eddie Nketiah
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Eddie Nketiah commands a higher market value (€16.0M vs €4.0M). Danny Welbeck leads in goals / 90. Eddie Nketiah is stronger in shots / 90 and key passes / 90. Overall, Eddie Nketiah holds the statistical edge across 6 of 7 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Poacher. Statistically, he stands out as a proven goalscorer (0.55 goals/90) and top 10% scorer in the league.
Nketiah occupies a peculiar space in the Premier League's striker ecosystem — too technical to be a pure poacher, too limited physically to be a focal point, yet quietly effective in ways that don't immediately announce themselves. His 0.43 goals per 90 places him in the top 30% of attackers, respectable for someone operating with limited service and minutes.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Danny Welbeck | Eddie Nketiah | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.55 | 0.43 | Danny |
| Assists / 90 | 0.04 | 0.00 | — |
| Shots / 90 | 2.27 | 3.25 | Eddie |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.84 | 1.51 | Eddie |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 1.13 | 1.30 | Eddie |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.57 | 1.30 | Eddie |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.05 | 1.86 | Eddie |
| Pass accuracy % | 79.50 | 80.50 | Eddie |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Danny Welbeck or Eddie Nketiah?
Eddie Nketiah commands a higher market value (€16.0M vs €4.0M). Danny Welbeck leads in goals / 90. Eddie Nketiah is stronger in shots / 90 and key passes / 90. Overall, Eddie Nketiah holds the statistical edge across 6 of 7 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?
Danny Welbeck has a market value of €4.0M, while Eddie Nketiah is valued at €16.0M.