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Matt Targett vs Luca Pellegrini

Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season

Data Verdict

Both players are valued similarly (€3.5M vs €3.5M). Matt Targett leads in interceptions / 90 and press intensity / 90. Luca Pellegrini is stronger in clearances / 90. Overall, Matt Targett holds the statistical edge across 3 of 4 comparable metrics.

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Player A

Matt Targett

Defender
England
€3.5M
30 years old
Ball-Playing
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Player B

Luca Pellegrini

Defender
Italy
€3.5M
27 years old
Active Full-Back
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Playing Style Profiles

Matt Targett

Targett operates as a specialized offensive outlet masquerading as a Championship fullback, functioning more as a progressive hub than a traditional defensive anchor. While his 82.8% pass accuracy suggests safety, the real story lies in his 8.48 passes into the final third per 90, placing him in the elite bracket of Tier C distributors.

Luca Pellegrini

A Active Full-Back. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed and active in the tackle (1.8 tackles/90).

Per-90 Statistics Comparison

MetricMatt TargettLuca PellegriniEdge
Goals / 900.100.10
Tackles won / 900.940.95
Interceptions / 901.320.91Matt
Clearances / 901.922.33Luca
Press intensity / 902.431.88Matt
Pass accuracy %84.0078.90Matt

All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the better player — Matt Targett or Luca Pellegrini?

Both players are valued similarly (€3.5M vs €3.5M). Matt Targett leads in interceptions / 90 and press intensity / 90. Luca Pellegrini is stronger in clearances / 90. Overall, Matt Targett holds the statistical edge across 3 of 4 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?

Matt Targett has a market value of €3.5M, while Luca Pellegrini is valued at €3.5M.

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