Joshua Kimmich vs Leon Goretzka
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Joshua Kimmich commands a higher market value (€40.0M vs €15.0M). Joshua Kimmich leads in assists / 90 and key passes / 90. Leon Goretzka is stronger in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Joshua Kimmich holds the statistical edge across 5 of 8 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Metronome. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (2.4 key passes/90), a reliable supplier (0.24 assists/90), meticulous in distribution (93% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (56% duel success), heavily involved in possession (106 passes/90), creates high-quality scoring opportunities (0.73 big chances/90), penetrates with forward passing (16.4 final-third passes/90), central to possession (124 touches/90), switches play with precision (8.9 long balls/90, 72% accuracy), active off the ball (2.4 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions and top 10% creator in the league.
A Metronome. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.1 key passes/90), a regular goalscorer (0.21 goals/90), a reliable supplier (0.16 assists/90), meticulous in distribution (92% pass accuracy), heavily involved in possession (74 passes/90), central to possession (86 touches/90) and active off the ball (2.3 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Joshua Kimmich | Leon Goretzka | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.69 | Leon |
| Assists / 90 | 0.15 | 0.00 | Joshua |
| Shots / 90 | 0.85 | 2.74 | Leon |
| Key passes / 90 | 2.33 | 0.91 | Joshua |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 15.95 | 7.60 | Joshua |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.89 | 0.88 | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.70 | 1.14 | Leon |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.42 | 2.29 | Joshua |
| Pass accuracy % | 92.60 | 91.70 | Joshua |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Joshua Kimmich or Leon Goretzka?
Joshua Kimmich commands a higher market value (€40.0M vs €15.0M). Joshua Kimmich leads in assists / 90 and key passes / 90. Leon Goretzka is stronger in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Joshua Kimmich holds the statistical edge across 5 of 8 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?
Joshua Kimmich has a market value of €40.0M, while Leon Goretzka is valued at €15.0M.