Martin Yankov vs Ilia Gruev
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Ilia Gruev commands a higher market value (€9.0M vs €2.0M). Martin Yankov leads in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Ilia Gruev is stronger in assists / 90 and interceptions / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Balanced Midfielder. Statistically, he stands out as a regular goalscorer (0.22 goals/90) and active in the tackle (2.4 tackles/90).
A Ball-Winner. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, a reliable supplier (0.20 assists/90), meticulous in distribution (90% pass accuracy) and heavily involved in play (51 touches/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Martin Yankov | Ilia Gruev | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.28 | 0.00 | Martin |
| Assists / 90 | 0.09 | 0.20 | Ilia |
| Shots / 90 | 1.67 | 0.48 | Martin |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.93 | 0.75 | Martin |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | — | 3.26 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 0.90 | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.28 | 1.02 | Ilia |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.65 | 1.94 | Ilia |
| Pass accuracy % | 65.80 | 89.90 | Ilia |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Martin Yankov or Ilia Gruev?
Ilia Gruev commands a higher market value (€9.0M vs €2.0M). Martin Yankov leads in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Ilia Gruev is stronger in assists / 90 and interceptions / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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?
Martin Yankov has a market value of €2.0M, while Ilia Gruev is valued at €9.0M.