James McClean vs John McGinn
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
John McGinn commands a higher market value (€15.0M vs €5.6M). James McClean leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. John McGinn is stronger in goals / 90 and key passes / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Ball-Winner. Statistically, he stands out as a reliable supplier (0.20 assists/90), an aggressive ball-winner (3.1 tackles/90), wins the physical battle (56% duel success), wins the ball cleanly (2.0 successful tackles/90), heavily involved in play (55 touches/90), active off the ball (2.7 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions and top 10% tackler in the league.
A Creator. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, an elite creator (1.8 key passes/90), a reliable supplier (0.17 assists/90), draws fouls effectively (2.1/90) and top 20% creator in the league.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | James McClean | John McGinn | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.17 | John |
| Assists / 90 | 0.20 | 0.17 | — |
| Shots / 90 | 1.09 | 1.14 | — |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.89 | 1.79 | John |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 3.16 | 4.11 | John |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.98 | 0.86 | James |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.29 | 0.52 | James |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.73 | 1.84 | James |
| Pass accuracy % | 77.80 | 82.10 | John |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — James McClean or John McGinn?
John McGinn commands a higher market value (€15.0M vs €5.6M). James McClean leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. John McGinn is stronger in goals / 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?
James McClean has a market value of €5.6M, while John McGinn is valued at €15.0M.