João Cruz vs Nicolò Barella
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Nicolò Barella commands a higher market value (€60.0M vs €1.2M). João Cruz leads in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Nicolò Barella is stronger in assists / 90 and key passes / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
João Victor Machado Cruz is a Creator. Playmaker unlocking defenses with key passes.
Barella is the engine that makes Inter's midfield breathe—a box-to-box dynamo whose footballing intelligence operates at a frequency most teammates can only follow, not match. His key pass rate sits in Serie A's top 5%, and his assist numbers land in the top 10%, meaning the creativity isn't accidental—it's systematic.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | João Cruz | Nicolò Barella | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.34 | 0.08 | João |
| Assists / 90 | 0.17 | 0.25 | Nicolò |
| Shots / 90 | 3.55 | 1.34 | João |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.69 | 3.44 | Nicolò |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 7.44 | 7.80 | Nicolò |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.52 | 1.17 | João |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.18 | 0.34 | João |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.76 | 2.67 | Nicolò |
| Pass accuracy % | 80.20 | 85.60 | Nicolò |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — João Cruz or Nicolò Barella?
Nicolò Barella commands a higher market value (€60.0M vs €1.2M). João Cruz leads in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Nicolò Barella is stronger in assists / 90 and key passes / 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?
João Cruz has a market value of €1.2M, while Nicolò Barella is valued at €60.0M.