Edgar Ié vs Moussa Niakhaté
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Moussa Niakhaté commands a higher market value (€15.0M vs €3.5M). Moussa Niakhaté is stronger in goals / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Moussa Niakhaté holds the statistical edge across 4 of 4 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Ié is a high-volume ball distributor masquerading as a Tier-C defender, operating with a technical refinement that belongs in a much higher bracket. While most center-backs at this level are content to hoof the ball clear, he functions as a primary playmaker, ranking in the top 5% for both passes per 90 and completion rate.
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, commanding in the air (6.4 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (91% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (70% duel success), penetrates with forward passing (9.0 final-third passes/90), central to possession (75 touches/90), dominant in the air (3.6 aerials won/90, 71%) and active off the ball (2.2 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Edgar Ié | Moussa Niakhaté | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.12 | Moussa |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 0.62 | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.24 | 1.58 | Moussa |
| Clearances / 90 | 3.54 | 3.53 | — |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.43 | 2.21 | Moussa |
| Pass accuracy % | 86.90 | 89.40 | Moussa |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Edgar Ié or Moussa Niakhaté?
Moussa Niakhaté commands a higher market value (€15.0M vs €3.5M). Moussa Niakhaté is stronger in goals / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Moussa Niakhaté holds the statistical edge across 4 of 4 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?
Edgar Ié has a market value of €3.5M, while Moussa Niakhaté is valued at €15.0M.