José Manuel López vs Lautaro Martínez
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Lautaro Martínez commands a higher market value (€85.0M vs €20.0M). José Manuel López leads in passes (final 3rd) / 90. Lautaro Martínez is stronger in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Lautaro Martínez holds the statistical edge across 4 of 5 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
J. López is a Target Man.
Lautaro Martínez is the rare striker who makes Inter's system look inevitable—a physical, relentless finisher who bends games to his will rather than waiting for them to open up. His aerial win rate sits in the top 5% of Serie A attackers, a number that reframes him entirely: this isn't a small, slippery forward—he's a bulldozer with technique.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | José Manuel López | Lautaro Martínez | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.43 | 0.85 | Lautaro |
| Assists / 90 | 0.26 | 0.31 | — |
| Shots / 90 | 2.41 | 4.39 | Lautaro |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.64 | 1.77 | Lautaro |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 3.43 | 1.99 | José |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.57 | 0.52 | — |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.14 | 1.16 | — |
| Pass accuracy % | 58.00 | 75.80 | Lautaro |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — José Manuel López or Lautaro Martínez?
Lautaro Martínez commands a higher market value (€85.0M vs €20.0M). José Manuel López leads in passes (final 3rd) / 90. Lautaro Martínez is stronger in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Lautaro Martínez holds the statistical edge across 4 of 5 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?
José Manuel López has a market value of €20.0M, while Lautaro Martínez is valued at €85.0M.