Japhet Tanganga vs Cristian Romero
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Cristian Romero commands a higher market value (€50.0M vs €2.5M). Japhet Tanganga leads in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. Cristian Romero is stronger in goals / 90 and tackles won / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
Tanganga has transformed from a Tottenham utility man into a Championship defensive titan whose dominance in the air borders on the tyrannical. Winning 73.6% of his aerial duels puts him in the league’s elite top 5%, a frequency of success that makes him an insurance policy against direct, physical attacks.
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as an aggressive ball-winner (2.8 tackles/90), commanding in the air (4.5 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (87% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (66% duel success), dominant in the air (3.5 aerials won/90, 71%), active off the ball (2.6 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions and top 10% tackler in the league.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Japhet Tanganga | Cristian Romero | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.03 | 0.19 | Cristian |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.70 | 1.42 | Cristian |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.67 | 1.44 | Japhet |
| Clearances / 90 | 7.24 | 4.51 | Japhet |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.01 | 2.58 | Cristian |
| Pass accuracy % | 87.40 | 87.30 | Japhet |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Japhet Tanganga or Cristian Romero ?
Cristian Romero commands a higher market value (€50.0M vs €2.5M). Japhet Tanganga leads in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. Cristian Romero is stronger in goals / 90 and tackles won / 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?
Japhet Tanganga has a market value of €2.5M, while Cristian Romero is valued at €50.0M.