Kota Takai vs Tsuyoshi Watanabe
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Tsuyoshi Watanabe commands a higher market value (€10.0M vs €5.0M). Kota Takai leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Tsuyoshi Watanabe is stronger in clearances / 90. Overall, Kota Takai holds the statistical edge across 4 of 5 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (4.8 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (89% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (59% duel success), heavily involved in possession (60 passes/90), central to possession (74 touches/90), uses long balls frequently (5.6/90) and active off the ball (2.4 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (5.0 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (89% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (61% duel success), heavily involved in possession (62 passes/90), central to possession (75 touches/90), strong in aerial duels (3.2 aerials won/90), uses long balls frequently (5.2/90) and active off the ball (2.1 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Kota Takai | Tsuyoshi Watanabe | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.09 | 0.07 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.32 | 0.81 | Kota |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.09 | 0.96 | Kota |
| Clearances / 90 | 4.82 | 5.05 | Tsuyoshi |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.41 | 2.15 | Kota |
| Pass accuracy % | 88.80 | 85.70 | Kota |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Kota Takai or Tsuyoshi Watanabe?
Tsuyoshi Watanabe commands a higher market value (€10.0M vs €5.0M). Kota Takai leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Tsuyoshi Watanabe is stronger in clearances / 90. Overall, Kota Takai 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?
Kota Takai has a market value of €5.0M, while Tsuyoshi Watanabe is valued at €10.0M.