Guillermo Varela vs Alessandro Buongiorno
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Alessandro Buongiorno commands a higher market value (€45.0M vs €1.2M). Guillermo Varela leads in tackles won / 90. Alessandro Buongiorno is stronger in clearances / 90 and press intensity / 90. Overall, Alessandro Buongiorno holds the statistical edge across 3 of 4 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Varela is a defensive anomaly operating within a Tier C Serie A side, functioning as a high-volume creative engine masquerading as a traditional fullback. While his 41 passes per game suggest a player on the periphery of build-up, his impact is surgical; he sits in the top 5% of the league for both key passes and goalscoring, a statistical profile more akin to a modern wing-back than a standard defender.
Buongiorno has quietly become one of Serie A's most complete defensive operators — a centre-back who wins the ball without fanfare and moves it with purpose. His interception numbers place him in the top 10% of defenders in the league, which tells you something important: this isn't a defender who simply reacts, he anticipates.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Guillermo Varela | Alessandro Buongiorno | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.59 | 0.93 | Guillermo |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.24 | 1.21 | — |
| Clearances / 90 | 2.37 | 3.02 | Alessandro |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.62 | 2.59 | Alessandro |
| Pass accuracy % | 88.60 | 90.90 | Alessandro |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Guillermo Varela or Alessandro Buongiorno?
Alessandro Buongiorno commands a higher market value (€45.0M vs €1.2M). Guillermo Varela leads in tackles won / 90. Alessandro Buongiorno is stronger in clearances / 90 and press intensity / 90. Overall, Alessandro Buongiorno 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?
Guillermo Varela has a market value of €1.2M, while Alessandro Buongiorno is valued at €45.0M.