Marko Grujić vs Leandro Barreiro
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Leandro Barreiro commands a higher market value (€15.0M vs €9.0M). Marko Grujić leads in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Leandro Barreiro is stronger in assists / 90 and press intensity / 90. Overall, Marko Grujić holds the statistical edge across 5 of 7 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Grujić has built a quiet reputation as one of Liga Portugal's most dependable defensive anchors—a player whose influence registers in what doesn't happen rather than what does. His interception numbers place him in the top 10% of midfielders in the league, and his aerial dominance and passing volume both crack the top 20%—a rare combination of physicality and composure in a single profile.
Barreiro is the rare midfielder who wins headers like a centre-back but still finds pockets to create like a number ten. His aerial win rate sits in the top 5% of Liga Portugal midfielders—a genuinely freakish number for someone operating in central midfield rather than set-piece territory—and it quietly underpins his value in transition, winning second balls that never show up in highlight reels.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Marko Grujić | Leandro Barreiro | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.49 | 0.16 | Marko |
| Assists / 90 | 0.00 | 0.26 | Leandro |
| Shots / 90 | 1.95 | 1.09 | Marko |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.95 | 1.09 | Marko |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | — | 3.66 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 0.82 | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.97 | 0.89 | Marko |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.60 | 1.87 | Leandro |
| Pass accuracy % | 86.10 | 84.50 | Marko |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Marko Grujić or Leandro Barreiro?
Leandro Barreiro commands a higher market value (€15.0M vs €9.0M). Marko Grujić leads in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Leandro Barreiro is stronger in assists / 90 and press intensity / 90. Overall, Marko Grujić holds the statistical edge across 5 of 7 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?
Marko Grujić has a market value of €9.0M, while Leandro Barreiro is valued at €15.0M.