Luca Ranieri vs Evan Ndicka
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Evan Ndicka commands a higher market value (€30.0M vs €7.0M). Luca Ranieri leads in tackles won / 90. Evan Ndicka is stronger in goals / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Evan Ndicka holds the statistical edge across 5 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Ranieri is the kind of defender whose most dangerous weapon isn't a tackle or a header—it's a pass. Operating for a mid-tier Serie A side, he ranks in the top 5% of all defenders in the league for passes into the final third, averaging nearly eight per 90 minutes—a number that belongs to a playmaking midfielder, not a backline operator.
Ndicka has quietly become one of Serie A's most complete left-sided centre-backs — a defender who wins headers, reads danger early, and still finds time to score goals that matter. His 91.1% pass accuracy places him in the top fifth of defenders in the league, yet he's no mere recycler; his pressing intensity ranking tells the real story of a man who hunts possession rather than waits for it.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Luca Ranieri | Evan Ndicka | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.12 | Evan |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.02 | 0.54 | Luca |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.96 | 1.46 | Evan |
| Clearances / 90 | 4.33 | 4.76 | Evan |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.68 | 2.46 | Evan |
| Pass accuracy % | 85.30 | 91.00 | Evan |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Luca Ranieri or Evan Ndicka?
Evan Ndicka commands a higher market value (€30.0M vs €7.0M). Luca Ranieri leads in tackles won / 90. Evan Ndicka is stronger in goals / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Evan Ndicka holds the statistical edge across 5 of 6 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?
Luca Ranieri has a market value of €7.0M, while Evan Ndicka is valued at €30.0M.