John Stones vs Nathan Aké
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Both players are valued similarly (€18.0M vs €15.0M). John Stones leads in press intensity / 90 and pass accuracy %. Nathan Aké is stronger in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as a regular goalscorer (0.33 goals/90), meticulous in distribution (91% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (72% duel success), heavily involved in possession (66 passes/90), penetrates with forward passing (8.6 final-third passes/90) and central to possession (74 touches/90).
Nathan Aké is a Ball-Playing CB. Progressive defender comfortable on the ball.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | John Stones | Nathan Aké | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.00 | 0.91 | Nathan |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.51 | 0.77 | Nathan |
| Clearances / 90 | 3.57 | 4.75 | Nathan |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.81 | 1.24 | John |
| Pass accuracy % | 94.50 | 93.50 | John |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — John Stones or Nathan Aké?
Both players are valued similarly (€18.0M vs €15.0M). John Stones leads in press intensity / 90 and pass accuracy %. Nathan Aké is stronger in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 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?
John Stones has a market value of €18.0M, while Nathan Aké is valued at €15.0M.