Javi Martínez vs Federico Valverde
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Javi Martínez leads in interceptions / 90. Federico Valverde is stronger in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Federico Valverde holds the statistical edge across 5 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Box-to-Box. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.1 key passes/90) and active in the tackle (2.2 tackles/90).
A Metronome. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (1.6 key passes/90), a prolific assist provider (0.25 assists/90), meticulous in distribution (89% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (62% duel success), heavily involved in possession (63 passes/90), penetrates with forward passing (9.2 final-third passes/90), central to possession (77 touches/90) and active off the ball (2.4 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Javi Martínez | Federico Valverde | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.10 | 0.12 | — |
| Assists / 90 | 0.10 | 0.25 | Federico |
| Shots / 90 | 0.83 | 1.58 | Federico |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.14 | 1.58 | Federico |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | — | 9.17 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 0.89 | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.93 | 0.81 | Javi |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.33 | 2.41 | Federico |
| Pass accuracy % | 77.80 | 89.60 | Federico |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Javi Martínez or Federico Valverde?
Javi Martínez leads in interceptions / 90. Federico Valverde is stronger in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Federico Valverde holds the statistical edge across 5 of 6 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?
Javi Martínez has a market value of N/A, while Federico Valverde is valued at €120.0M.