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Luke Shaw vs Marc Cucurella

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

Data Verdict

Marc Cucurella commands a higher market value (€50.0M vs €10.0M). Luke Shaw leads in interceptions / 90. Marc Cucurella is stronger in tackles won / 90 and clearances / 90. Overall, Marc Cucurella holds the statistical edge across 4 of 5 comparable metrics.

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Player A

Luke Shaw

Defender
England
€10.0M
30 years old
Active Full-Back
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Player B

Marc Cucurella

Defender
Spain
€50.0M
27 years old
Active Full-Back
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Playing Style Profiles

Luke Shaw

A Active Full-Back. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, active in the tackle (2.1 tackles/90), meticulous in distribution (87% pass accuracy) and wins the physical battle (57% duel success).

Marc Cucurella

A Active Full-Back. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, a capable chance creator (1.4 key passes/90), active in the tackle (1.8 tackles/90), meticulous in distribution (88% pass accuracy) and active off the ball (2.2 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.

Per-90 Statistics Comparison

MetricLuke ShawMarc CucurellaEdge
Goals / 900.000.04
Tackles won / 901.061.45Marc
Interceptions / 901.241.17Luke
Clearances / 902.653.13Marc
Press intensity / 901.952.25Marc
Pass accuracy %86.9088.10Marc

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the better player — Luke Shaw or Marc Cucurella?

Marc Cucurella commands a higher market value (€50.0M vs €10.0M). Luke Shaw leads in interceptions / 90. Marc Cucurella is stronger in tackles won / 90 and clearances / 90. Overall, Marc Cucurella 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?

Luke Shaw has a market value of €10.0M, while Marc Cucurella is valued at €50.0M.

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