Nathan Aké vs John Stones
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Both players are valued similarly (€15.0M vs €18.0M). Nathan Aké leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. John Stones is stronger in press intensity / 90 and pass accuracy %. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
Nathan Aké is a Ball-Playing CB. Progressive defender comfortable on the ball.
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as a regular goalscorer (0.33 goals/90), meticulous in distribution (91% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (72% duel success), heavily involved in possession (66 passes/90), penetrates with forward passing (8.6 final-third passes/90) and central to possession (74 touches/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Nathan Aké | John Stones | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.91 | 0.00 | Nathan |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.77 | 0.51 | Nathan |
| Clearances / 90 | 4.75 | 3.57 | Nathan |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.24 | 1.81 | John |
| Pass accuracy % | 93.50 | 94.50 | John |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Nathan Aké or John Stones ?
Both players are valued similarly (€15.0M vs €18.0M). Nathan Aké leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. John Stones is stronger in press intensity / 90 and pass accuracy %. 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?
Nathan Aké has a market value of €15.0M, while John Stones is valued at €18.0M.