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Josip Ilicic vs Simone Verdi

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

Data Verdict

Simone Verdi commands a higher market value (€22.0M vs €6.4M). Josip Ilicic leads in assists / 90. Simone Verdi is stronger in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Simone Verdi holds the statistical edge across 3 of 4 comparable metrics.

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Player A

Josip Ilicic

Midfielder
Slovenia
€6.4M
38 years old
Midfielder
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Player B

Simone Verdi

Midfielder
Italy
€22.0M
33 years old
Creator
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Playing Style Profiles

Simone Verdi

Simone Verdi is a Creator. Playmaker unlocking defenses with key passes.

Per-90 Statistics Comparison

MetricJosip IlicicSimone VerdiEdge
Goals / 900.000.44Simone
Assists / 901.380.00Josip
Shots / 900.002.28Simone
Key passes / 900.001.67Simone
Passes (final 3rd) / 900.00
Tackles won / 900.00
Interceptions / 900.000.00
Press intensity / 900.000.00
Pass accuracy %75.40

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the better player — Josip Ilicic or Simone Verdi?

Simone Verdi commands a higher market value (€22.0M vs €6.4M). Josip Ilicic leads in assists / 90. Simone Verdi is stronger in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Simone Verdi holds the statistical edge across 3 of 4 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?

Josip Ilicic has a market value of €6.4M, while Simone Verdi is valued at €22.0M.

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