Edson Álvarez vs Fred
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Edson Álvarez commands a higher market value (€22.0M vs €7.0M). Edson Álvarez leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Fred is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
Álvarez is the kind of defensive midfielder who makes a team's engine room feel frictionless—a relentless ball-winner whose reading of the game operates at a level most players in this league simply cannot match. His interceptions and tackles won both sit in the top 5% of the Super Lig, and his press intensity mirrors that elite tier, meaning opponents rarely get comfortable in transition.
Fred operates as a one-man distribution engine in the Super Lig, combining elite-level volume passing with genuine forward intent in a way few midfielders in this league can match. His 62.5 passes per 90 and 11.05 passes into the final third both land in the top 5% — not recycling possession but actively threading the game forward.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Edson Álvarez | Fred | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.13 | Fred |
| Assists / 90 | 0.12 | 0.26 | Fred |
| Shots / 90 | 1.17 | 2.73 | Fred |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.05 | 2.28 | Fred |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 5.87 | 11.05 | Fred |
| Tackles won / 90 | 2.11 | 1.61 | Edson |
| Interceptions / 90 | 2.11 | 1.24 | Edson |
| Press intensity / 90 | 3.85 | 3.12 | Edson |
| Pass accuracy % | 88.10 | 84.00 | Edson |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Edson Álvarez or Fred?
Edson Álvarez commands a higher market value (€22.0M vs €7.0M). Edson Álvarez leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Fred is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 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?
Edson Álvarez has a market value of €22.0M, while Fred is valued at €7.0M.