Houssem Aouar vs Rayan Cherki
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Rayan Cherki commands a higher market value (€50.0M vs €8.0M). Houssem Aouar leads in goals / 90. Rayan Cherki is stronger in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Rayan Cherki holds the statistical edge across 6 of 7 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Aouar remains one of European football's great unfulfilled promises, yet the data from his current Pro League campaign tells a more nuanced story than the familiar narrative of decline. His shot volume sits in the top 10% for midfielders in this league, and he's converting at a rate that places him in the top 20% for goals — a man who hasn't forgotten how to find the net, even if the stage has dimmed.
A Creator. Statistically, he stands out as comfortable with both feet, an elite creator (3.2 key passes/90), a constant goal threat (2.8 shots/90), a regular goalscorer (0.21 goals/90), a prolific assist provider (0.58 assists/90), a dynamic dribbler (2.5/90), meticulous in distribution (86% pass accuracy), heavily involved in possession (65 passes/90), creates high-quality scoring opportunities (0.84 big chances/90), central to possession (89 touches/90), active off the ball (2.2 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions and top 10% creator in the league.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Houssem Aouar | Rayan Cherki | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.29 | 0.21 | Houssem |
| Assists / 90 | 0.23 | 0.58 | Rayan |
| Shots / 90 | 2.03 | 2.79 | Rayan |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.93 | 3.21 | Rayan |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 6.73 | 6.75 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.67 | 1.17 | Rayan |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.35 | 0.37 | — |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.54 | 2.22 | Rayan |
| Pass accuracy % | 86.10 | 86.50 | Rayan |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Houssem Aouar or Rayan Cherki?
Rayan Cherki commands a higher market value (€50.0M vs €8.0M). Houssem Aouar leads in goals / 90. Rayan Cherki is stronger in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Rayan Cherki holds the statistical edge across 6 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?
Houssem Aouar has a market value of €8.0M, while Rayan Cherki is valued at €50.0M.