Flynn Downes vs Josh Cullen
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Flynn Downes commands a higher market value (€12.0M vs €6.0M). Flynn Downes leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Josh Cullen is stronger in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Josh Cullen holds the statistical edge across 5 of 8 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Downes has built a quiet reputation as one of the Championship's most reliable circulation midfielders — a player whose value lives entirely in what doesn't go wrong. That 90.3% pass accuracy places him in the top 5% of league midfielders, meaning he's not just tidy, he's elite-level tidy, consistently threading the needle under pressure while others misplace routine balls.
A Balanced Midfielder. Statistically, he stands out as active in the tackle (1.8 tackles/90), wins the physical battle (55% duel success), penetrates with forward passing (9.2 final-third passes/90), heavily involved in play (64 touches/90), uses long balls frequently (5.7/90) and active off the ball (2.5 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Flynn Downes | Josh Cullen | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.10 | 0.12 | — |
| Assists / 90 | 0.00 | 0.12 | Josh |
| Shots / 90 | 0.43 | 0.65 | Josh |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.47 | 0.77 | Josh |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 4.11 | 9.18 | Josh |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.34 | 1.13 | Flynn |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.47 | 1.30 | Flynn |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.33 | 2.47 | Josh |
| Pass accuracy % | 90.00 | 84.10 | Flynn |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Flynn Downes or Josh Cullen?
Flynn Downes commands a higher market value (€12.0M vs €6.0M). Flynn Downes leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Josh Cullen is stronger in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Josh Cullen holds the statistical edge across 5 of 8 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?
Flynn Downes has a market value of €12.0M, while Josh Cullen is valued at €6.0M.