Isaac Hayden vs Jefferson Lerma
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Jefferson Lerma commands a higher market value (€8.0M vs €2.9M). Isaac Hayden leads in key passes / 90 and tackles won / 90. Jefferson Lerma is stronger in shots / 90 and passes (final 3rd) / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
Hayden is the Championship’s premier aerial vacuum, a defensive midfielder who treats every long ball as a personal affront. While many anchors are content to sit and screen, he is hyper-proactive, ranking in the top 5% of the league for aerials won per 90 (2.47) and the top 20% for interceptions.
A Box-to-Box. Statistically, he stands out as heavily involved in play (64 touches/90), strong in aerial duels (3.6 aerials won/90), uses long balls frequently (5.3/90) and active off the ball (2.8 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Isaac Hayden | Jefferson Lerma | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Assists / 90 | 0.12 | 0.12 | — |
| Shots / 90 | 0.85 | 1.12 | Jefferson |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.97 | 0.77 | Isaac |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 4.32 | 6.49 | Jefferson |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.23 | 1.01 | Isaac |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.64 | 1.18 | Isaac |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.23 | 2.81 | Jefferson |
| Pass accuracy % | 77.60 | 79.60 | Jefferson |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Isaac Hayden or Jefferson Lerma?
Jefferson Lerma commands a higher market value (€8.0M vs €2.9M). Isaac Hayden leads in key passes / 90 and tackles won / 90. Jefferson Lerma is stronger in shots / 90 and passes (final 3rd) / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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?
Isaac Hayden has a market value of €2.9M, while Jefferson Lerma is valued at €8.0M.