Mario Hermoso vs Carlos Romero
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Carlos Romero commands a higher market value (€25.0M vs €7.0M). Mario Hermoso leads in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. Carlos Romero is stronger in goals / 90 and tackles won / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
Hermoso arrives at Roma as a defender who has quietly rebuilt his reputation after the Atlético years—older, more calculated, and arguably more complete than he was at his peak. His pass volume (top 10% in Serie A) and passes into the final third (also top 10%) tell the real story: this isn't a stopper, it's a ball-playing centre-back who genuinely drives attacks from deep.
A Defender. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, an aggressive ball-winner (3.1 tackles/90), wins the ball cleanly (1.8 successful tackles/90), active off the ball (2.8 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions and top 10% tackler in the league.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Mario Hermoso | Carlos Romero | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.07 | 0.18 | Carlos |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.92 | 1.70 | Carlos |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.64 | 1.16 | Mario |
| Clearances / 90 | 2.91 | 1.87 | Mario |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.50 | 2.80 | Carlos |
| Pass accuracy % | 87.40 | 77.80 | Mario |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Mario Hermoso or Carlos Romero?
Carlos Romero commands a higher market value (€25.0M vs €7.0M). Mario Hermoso leads in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. Carlos Romero is stronger in goals / 90 and tackles won / 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?
Mario Hermoso has a market value of €7.0M, while Carlos Romero is valued at €25.0M.