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James Penrice vs Michael Kayode

Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season

Data Verdict

Michael Kayode commands a higher market value (€35.0M vs €2.3M). James Penrice leads in clearances / 90. Michael Kayode is stronger in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Michael Kayode holds the statistical edge across 4 of 5 comparable metrics.

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Player A

James Penrice

Defender
Scotland
€2.3M
27 years old
Solid Defender
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Player B

Michael Kayode

Defender
Italy
€35.0M
21 years old
Active Full-Back
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Playing Style Profiles

James Penrice

A Solid Defender. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.3 key passes/90), central to possession (72 touches/90) and active off the ball (2.0 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.

Michael Kayode

A Active Full-Back. Statistically, he stands out as active in the tackle (1.8 tackles/90), meticulous in distribution (85% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (58% duel success) and active off the ball (2.5 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.

Per-90 Statistics Comparison

MetricJames PenriceMichael KayodeEdge
Goals / 900.000.03
Tackles won / 901.241.47Michael
Interceptions / 900.771.20Michael
Clearances / 902.892.83James
Press intensity / 902.042.54Michael
Pass accuracy %74.6085.00Michael

All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the better player — James Penrice or Michael Kayode?

Michael Kayode commands a higher market value (€35.0M vs €2.3M). James Penrice leads in clearances / 90. Michael Kayode is stronger in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Michael Kayode 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?

James Penrice has a market value of €2.3M, while Michael Kayode is valued at €35.0M.

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