Lukas Podolski vs Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang commands a higher market value (€12.0M vs €2.6M). Lukas Podolski leads in key passes / 90 and pass accuracy %. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Overall, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Podolski remains the quintessential heavy-artillery specialist, a veteran whose left foot still dictates the rhythm of Ekstraklasa matches despite his waning physical engine. While his 0.21 goals per 90 might suggest a decline in predatory instincts, the underlying data reveals a tactical evolution into a deep-lying creator; he is operating in the top 10% of the league for both passes and key passes per 90.
A Complete Forward. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.2 key passes/90), a constant goal threat (2.5 shots/90), a proven goalscorer (0.46 goals/90) and a prolific assist provider (0.26 assists/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Lukas Podolski | Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.21 | 0.46 | Pierre-Emerick |
| Assists / 90 | 0.13 | 0.76 | Pierre-Emerick |
| Shots / 90 | 3.30 | 3.36 | Pierre-Emerick |
| Key passes / 90 | 2.03 | 1.22 | Lukas |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | — | 1.27 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 0.24 | — |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.05 | 0.71 | Pierre-Emerick |
| Pass accuracy % | 87.70 | 80.40 | Lukas |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Lukas Podolski or Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang?
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang commands a higher market value (€12.0M vs €2.6M). Lukas Podolski leads in key passes / 90 and pass accuracy %. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Overall, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang holds the statistical edge across 4 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?
Lukas Podolski has a market value of €2.6M, while Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is valued at €12.0M.