Merih Demiral vs Berat Djimsiti
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Merih Demiral commands a higher market value (€14.0M vs €5.0M). Merih Demiral leads in goals / 90. Berat Djimsiti is stronger in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Berat Djimsiti holds the statistical edge across 4 of 5 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Demiral has carved out a peculiar niche in the Pro League: a centre-back who contributes to his side's attack with the conviction of a midfielder and the efficiency of a poacher. His aerial dominance is the headline—top 5% for aerials won puts him among the most physically imposing defenders in the division—yet the counterintuitive truth is that his real value lies in what happens after he wins those duels.
Djimsiti has carved out a quietly indispensable role at Atalanta through a blend of aerial authority and positional discipline that rarely generates highlights but consistently generates clean sheets. His 2.90 aerials won per 90 places him in the top 20% of Serie A defenders—a figure that understates his real value, because in Atalanta's high-pressing system, winning second balls isn't cosmetic, it's structural.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Merih Demiral | Berat Djimsiti | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.13 | 0.00 | Merih |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.81 | 0.93 | Berat |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.76 | 1.80 | Berat |
| Clearances / 90 | 4.11 | 6.16 | Berat |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.62 | 1.90 | Berat |
| Pass accuracy % | 91.20 | 91.20 | — |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Merih Demiral or Berat Djimsiti?
Merih Demiral commands a higher market value (€14.0M vs €5.0M). Merih Demiral leads in goals / 90. Berat Djimsiti is stronger in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Berat Djimsiti 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?
Merih Demiral has a market value of €14.0M, while Berat Djimsiti is valued at €5.0M.