Mateo Kovacic vs Sandro Tonali
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Sandro Tonali commands a higher market value (€80.0M vs €15.0M). Mateo Kovacic leads in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Sandro Tonali is stronger in interceptions / 90 and press intensity / 90. Overall, Mateo Kovacic holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Metronome. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.4 key passes/90), a regular goalscorer (0.25 goals/90), an aggressive ball-winner (2.8 tackles/90), meticulous in distribution (93% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (56% duel success), heavily involved in possession (76 passes/90), penetrates with forward passing (10.2 final-third passes/90), central to possession (90 touches/90) and active off the ball (2.6 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
A Ball-Winner. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.1 key passes/90), penetrates with forward passing (9.0 final-third passes/90), central to possession (71 touches/90), uses long balls frequently (5.3/90) and active off the ball (2.7 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Mateo Kovacic | Sandro Tonali | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.25 | 0.00 | Mateo |
| Assists / 90 | 0.08 | 0.07 | — |
| Shots / 90 | 1.72 | 1.33 | Mateo |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.25 | 1.12 | Mateo |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | — | 8.66 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 0.83 | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.02 | 1.12 | Sandro |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.57 | 2.66 | Sandro |
| Pass accuracy % | 92.00 | 83.50 | Mateo |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Mateo Kovacic or Sandro Tonali?
Sandro Tonali commands a higher market value (€80.0M vs €15.0M). Mateo Kovacic leads in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Sandro Tonali is stronger in interceptions / 90 and press intensity / 90. Overall, Mateo Kovacic 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?
Mateo Kovacic has a market value of €15.0M, while Sandro Tonali is valued at €80.0M.