Emerson Royal vs Alessandro Buongiorno
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Alessandro Buongiorno commands a higher market value (€45.0M vs €8.0M). Emerson Royal leads in clearances / 90. Alessandro Buongiorno is stronger in press intensity / 90 and pass accuracy %. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
Royal has carved out a second football life in Serie A, reinventing himself as one of the more complete defensive contributors in a league that exposes technical limitations mercilessly. His aerial presence is genuinely elite for a fullback — top 20% in the division — and what makes it counterintuitive is that his 1.08 key passes per 90 matches that same percentile bracket, meaning he's not just winning headers defensively but translating physical dominance into attacking threat.
Buongiorno has quietly become one of Serie A's most complete defensive operators — a centre-back who wins the ball without fanfare and moves it with purpose. His interception numbers place him in the top 10% of defenders in the league, which tells you something important: this isn't a defender who simply reacts, he anticipates.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Emerson Royal | Alessandro Buongiorno | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 0.93 | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.21 | 1.21 | — |
| Clearances / 90 | 4.11 | 3.02 | Emerson |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.50 | 2.59 | Alessandro |
| Pass accuracy % | 87.90 | 90.90 | Alessandro |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Emerson Royal or Alessandro Buongiorno?
Alessandro Buongiorno commands a higher market value (€45.0M vs €8.0M). Emerson Royal leads in clearances / 90. Alessandro Buongiorno is stronger in press intensity / 90 and pass accuracy %. 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?
Emerson Royal has a market value of €8.0M, while Alessandro Buongiorno is valued at €45.0M.