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Luke Thomas vs Michael Kayode

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

Data Verdict

Michael Kayode commands a higher market value (€35.0M vs €6.0M). Luke Thomas leads in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. Michael Kayode is stronger in tackles won / 90 and press intensity / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.

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Player A

Luke Thomas

Defender
England
€6.0M
24 years old
Aerial
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Player B

Michael Kayode

Defender
Italy
€35.0M
21 years old
Active Full-Back
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Playing Style Profiles

Luke Thomas

A Active Full-Back. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, a capable chance creator (1.3 key passes/90), a reliable supplier (0.15 assists/90), active in the tackle (1.9 tackles/90) and commanding in the air (4.7 clearances/90).

Michael Kayode

A Active Full-Back. Statistically, he stands out as active in the tackle (1.8 tackles/90), meticulous in distribution (85% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (58% duel success) and active off the ball (2.5 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.

Per-90 Statistics Comparison

MetricLuke ThomasMichael KayodeEdge
Goals / 900.030.03
Tackles won / 901.241.47Michael
Interceptions / 901.341.20Luke
Clearances / 904.672.83Luke
Press intensity / 901.852.54Michael
Pass accuracy %74.9085.00Michael

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the better player — Luke Thomas or Michael Kayode?

Michael Kayode commands a higher market value (€35.0M vs €6.0M). Luke Thomas leads in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. Michael Kayode is stronger in tackles won / 90 and press intensity / 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?

Luke Thomas has a market value of €6.0M, while Michael Kayode is valued at €35.0M.

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