Franck Kessié vs Ismaël Koné
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Both players are valued similarly (€12.0M vs €14.0M). Franck Kessié leads in shots / 90 and key passes / 90. Ismaël Koné is stronger in goals / 90 and pass accuracy %. Overall, Franck Kessié holds the statistical edge across 5 of 7 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Kessié arrives in the Pro League carrying the ghost of a reputation built at Milan — and the numbers suggest he's not entirely done justifying it. His goalscoring rate sits in the top 20% among midfielders in this league, a quiet reminder that his engine-room presence still carries an attacking punch most box-to-box players in this division simply can't match.
A Box-to-Box. Statistically, he stands out as a regular goalscorer (0.34 goals/90), meticulous in distribution (92% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (64% duel success) and heavily involved in play (52 touches/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Franck Kessié | Ismaël Koné | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.22 | 0.34 | Ismaël |
| Assists / 90 | 0.04 | 0.00 | — |
| Shots / 90 | 1.43 | 0.79 | Franck |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.74 | 0.68 | Franck |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 5.59 | 3.33 | Franck |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.74 | 0.43 | Franck |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.65 | 0.68 | — |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.98 | 1.42 | Franck |
| Pass accuracy % | 85.10 | 91.70 | Ismaël |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Franck Kessié or Ismaël Koné?
Both players are valued similarly (€12.0M vs €14.0M). Franck Kessié leads in shots / 90 and key passes / 90. Ismaël Koné is stronger in goals / 90 and pass accuracy %. Overall, Franck Kessié holds the statistical edge across 5 of 7 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?
Franck Kessié has a market value of €12.0M, while Ismaël Koné is valued at €14.0M.