Morten Hjulmand vs Afonso Assis Cunha Almeida
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Morten Hjulmand commands a higher market value (€45.0M vs €9.0M). Morten Hjulmand leads in shots / 90 and key passes / 90. Afonso Assis Cunha Almeida is stronger in interceptions / 90. Overall, Morten Hjulmand holds the statistical edge across 6 of 7 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Hjulmand is the kind of midfielder who wins football matches without ever appearing on a highlight reel—a defensive engine wrapped inside a genuine ball-progressor. Operating in Liga Portugal, he ranks in the top 5% for both duel win rate and press intensity, which tells you something important: this isn't selective aggression, it's sustained, systemic dominance across ninety minutes.
A Box-to-Box. Statistically, he stands out as reads the game exceptionally (1.7 interceptions/90), heavily involved in play (66 touches/90) and active off the ball (2.9 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Morten Hjulmand | Afonso Assis Cunha Almeida | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.08 | 0.11 | — |
| Assists / 90 | 0.16 | 0.11 | — |
| Shots / 90 | 1.05 | 0.57 | Morten |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.13 | 0.57 | Morten |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 8.11 | 7.50 | Morten |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.48 | 0.85 | Morten |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.89 | 1.70 | Afonso |
| Press intensity / 90 | 3.29 | 2.87 | Morten |
| Pass accuracy % | 89.60 | 84.50 | Morten |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Morten Hjulmand or Afonso Assis Cunha Almeida?
Morten Hjulmand commands a higher market value (€45.0M vs €9.0M). Morten Hjulmand leads in shots / 90 and key passes / 90. Afonso Assis Cunha Almeida is stronger in interceptions / 90. Overall, Morten Hjulmand holds the statistical edge across 6 of 7 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?
Morten Hjulmand has a market value of €45.0M, while Afonso Assis Cunha Almeida is valued at €9.0M.