Zanka vs Jorge Cuenca
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Jorge Cuenca commands a higher market value (€8.0M vs €2.0M). Zanka leads in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Jorge Cuenca is stronger in interceptions / 90 and press intensity / 90. Overall, Zanka holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Zanka operates as a high-volume circulation hub for a Tier C MLS side, acting less like a traditional midfield engine and more like a localized air traffic controller. While his 65.2 passes per 90 put him in the top 5% of the league for involvement, he is a safety-first technician rather than a visionary, evidenced by a chance creation rate that languishes in the bottom 10%.
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, commanding in the air (7.1 clearances/90), reads the game exceptionally (1.6 interceptions/90), meticulous in distribution (88% pass accuracy), heavily involved in possession (60 passes/90), central to possession (74 touches/90), uses long balls frequently (7.1/90) and active off the ball (2.3 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Zanka | Jorge Cuenca | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Assists / 90 | 0.07 | 0.00 | Zanka |
| Shots / 90 | 0.27 | 0.10 | Zanka |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.40 | 0.29 | Zanka |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | — | 6.45 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 0.87 | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.73 | 1.64 | Jorge |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.26 | 2.29 | Jorge |
| Pass accuracy % | 89.70 | 88.30 | Zanka |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Zanka or Jorge Cuenca?
Jorge Cuenca commands a higher market value (€8.0M vs €2.0M). Zanka leads in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Jorge Cuenca is stronger in interceptions / 90 and press intensity / 90. Overall, Zanka holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 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?
Zanka has a market value of €2.0M, while Jorge Cuenca is valued at €8.0M.