Felipe Anderson vs Samu Castillejo
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Samu Castillejo commands a higher market value (€21.3M vs €2.5M). Felipe Anderson leads in shots / 90 and press intensity / 90. Samu Castillejo is stronger in key passes / 90. Overall, Felipe Anderson holds the statistical edge across 3 of 4 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Anderson is the quintessential "facilitating winger," a high-volume technician who functions more like a supplementary playmaker than a traditional goal-hungry forward. While the casual observer might fixate on his modest return of 0.20 goals per 90, the data reveals a player who dictates the rhythm of matches, ranking in the top 10% of Serie A attackers for passes attempted and interceptions.
A Link-up Striker. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (2.5 key passes/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Felipe Anderson | Samu Castillejo | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Assists / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Shots / 90 | 1.96 | 1.02 | Felipe |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.96 | 2.54 | Samu |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.34 | 0.12 | Felipe |
| Pass accuracy % | 85.30 | 83.60 | Felipe |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Felipe Anderson or Samu Castillejo?
Samu Castillejo commands a higher market value (€21.3M vs €2.5M). Felipe Anderson leads in shots / 90 and press intensity / 90. Samu Castillejo is stronger in key passes / 90. Overall, Felipe Anderson holds the statistical edge across 3 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?
Felipe Anderson has a market value of €2.5M, while Samu Castillejo is valued at €21.3M.