Gabriel Carvalho vs Ivan Cavaleiro
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Both players are valued similarly (€12.0M vs €11.8M). Gabriel Carvalho leads in assists / 90. Ivan Cavaleiro is stronger in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Ivan Cavaleiro holds the statistical edge across 5 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Link-up Striker. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (1.9 key passes/90), a reliable supplier (0.21 assists/90) and creates high-quality scoring opportunities (0.90 big chances/90).
Cavaleiro is the kind of attacker who makes a team tick without ever dominating the highlights reel. Operating in Liga Portugal, his passes into the final third rank in the top 10% among forwards—a figure that quietly reframes what he actually is: not a finisher, but a connector.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Gabriel Carvalho | Ivan Cavaleiro | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.21 | Ivan |
| Assists / 90 | 0.45 | 0.00 | Gabriel |
| Shots / 90 | 1.36 | 2.01 | Ivan |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.36 | 1.80 | Ivan |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | — | 3.59 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 0.32 | — |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.14 | 2.09 | Ivan |
| Pass accuracy % | 77.10 | 77.80 | Ivan |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Gabriel Carvalho or Ivan Cavaleiro?
Both players are valued similarly (€12.0M vs €11.8M). Gabriel Carvalho leads in assists / 90. Ivan Cavaleiro is stronger in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Ivan Cavaleiro holds the statistical edge across 5 of 6 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?
Gabriel Carvalho has a market value of €12.0M, while Ivan Cavaleiro is valued at €11.8M.