Matt Crooks vs Xavi Simons
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Xavi Simons commands a higher market value (€60.0M vs €1.0M). Matt Crooks leads in passes (final 3rd) / 90 and tackles won / 90. Xavi Simons is stronger in assists / 90 and shots / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Box-to-Box. Statistically, he stands out as active in the tackle (2.5 tackles/90) and active off the ball (2.3 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
A Creator. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (1.8 key passes/90), a prolific assist provider (0.26 assists/90), heavily involved in play (64 touches/90), draws fouls effectively (2.3/90), active off the ball (2.3 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions and top 20% creator in the league.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Matt Crooks | Xavi Simons | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.13 | 0.10 | — |
| Assists / 90 | 0.17 | 0.26 | Xavi |
| Shots / 90 | 0.94 | 2.15 | Xavi |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.94 | 1.79 | Xavi |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 6.32 | 4.74 | Matt |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.44 | 0.97 | Matt |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.10 | 0.77 | Matt |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.29 | 2.29 | — |
| Pass accuracy % | 76.10 | 82.90 | Xavi |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Matt Crooks or Xavi Simons?
Xavi Simons commands a higher market value (€60.0M vs €1.0M). Matt Crooks leads in passes (final 3rd) / 90 and tackles won / 90. Xavi Simons is stronger in assists / 90 and shots / 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?
Matt Crooks has a market value of €1.0M, while Xavi Simons is valued at €60.0M.