Michael Keane vs Dan Ballard
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Dan Ballard commands a higher market value (€20.0M vs €4.0M). Michael Keane leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Dan Ballard is stronger in clearances / 90. Overall, Michael Keane holds the statistical edge across 4 of 5 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (7.1 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (85% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (62% duel success) and dominant in the air (4.0 aerials won/90, 62%).
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (7.8 clearances/90), wins the physical battle (59% duel success), strong in aerial duels (4.4 aerials won/90) and uses long balls frequently (6.6/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Michael Keane | Dan Ballard | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.11 | 0.08 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.84 | 0.76 | Michael |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.34 | 0.84 | Michael |
| Clearances / 90 | 7.09 | 7.75 | Dan |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.89 | 1.61 | Michael |
| Pass accuracy % | 85.30 | 81.70 | Michael |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Michael Keane or Dan Ballard?
Dan Ballard commands a higher market value (€20.0M vs €4.0M). Michael Keane leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Dan Ballard is stronger in clearances / 90. Overall, Michael Keane 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?
Michael Keane has a market value of €4.0M, while Dan Ballard is valued at €20.0M.