Julian Draxler vs Martijn Kaars
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Martijn Kaars commands a higher market value (€4.0M vs €2.5M). Julian Draxler leads in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Julian Draxler holds the statistical edge across 7 of 7 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Draxler remains the archetypal luxury technician, now repurposed as a high-volume hub in a lower-tempo environment where his technical superiority allows him to dictate terms with insulting ease. While his move to the Stars League suggested a quiet retirement, the data tells a story of absolute physical and creative dominance; he isn't just floating, he is winning 65% of his duels and 66.7% of his aerial battles, placing him in the top tier of the league’s most robust attackers.
A Complete Forward. Statistically, he stands out as a regular goalscorer (0.27 goals/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Julian Draxler | Martijn Kaars | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.39 | 0.00 | Julian |
| Assists / 90 | 0.17 | 0.17 | — |
| Shots / 90 | 1.55 | 1.39 | Julian |
| Key passes / 90 | 2.32 | 0.87 | Julian |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 6.16 | 0.88 | Julian |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.48 | 0.27 | Julian |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.63 | 0.81 | Julian |
| Pass accuracy % | 88.10 | 80.50 | Julian |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Julian Draxler or Martijn Kaars?
Martijn Kaars commands a higher market value (€4.0M vs €2.5M). Julian Draxler leads in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Julian Draxler holds the statistical edge across 7 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?
Julian Draxler has a market value of €2.5M, while Martijn Kaars is valued at €4.0M.