Marcel Heister vs Ari Leifsson
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Marcel Heister leads in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. Ari Leifsson is stronger in pass accuracy %. Overall, Marcel Heister holds the statistical edge across 3 of 4 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Reading Defender. Statistically, he stands out as an aggressive ball-winner (2.7 tackles/90), reads the game exceptionally (1.7 interceptions/90), wins the physical battle (57% duel success), active off the ball (2.6 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions and top 10% tackler in the league.
A Reading Defender. Statistically, he stands out as reads the game exceptionally (1.5 interceptions/90) and wins the physical battle (57% duel success).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Marcel Heister | Ari Leifsson | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 2.15 | 1.50 | Marcel |
| Clearances / 90 | 3.47 | 3.28 | Marcel |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.65 | 1.02 | Marcel |
| Pass accuracy % | 79.00 | 82.50 | Ari |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Marcel Heister or Ari Leifsson?
Marcel Heister leads in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. Ari Leifsson is stronger in pass accuracy %. Overall, Marcel Heister holds the statistical edge across 3 of 4 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?
Marcel Heister has a market value of €300K, while Ari Leifsson is valued at N/A.