Nicolò Barella 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 €60.0M). Nicolò Barella leads in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Sandro Tonali is stronger in passes (final 3rd) / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Nicolò Barella holds the statistical edge across 5 of 7 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Barella is the engine that makes Inter's midfield breathe—a box-to-box dynamo whose footballing intelligence operates at a frequency most teammates can only follow, not match. His key pass rate sits in Serie A's top 5%, and his assist numbers land in the top 10%, meaning the creativity isn't accidental—it's systematic.
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 | Nicolò Barella | Sandro Tonali | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.08 | 0.00 | Nicolò |
| Assists / 90 | 0.25 | 0.07 | Nicolò |
| Shots / 90 | 1.34 | 1.33 | — |
| Key passes / 90 | 3.44 | 1.12 | Nicolò |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 7.80 | 8.66 | Sandro |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.17 | 0.83 | Nicolò |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.34 | 1.12 | Sandro |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.67 | 2.66 | — |
| Pass accuracy % | 85.60 | 83.50 | Nicolò |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Nicolò Barella or Sandro Tonali?
Sandro Tonali commands a higher market value (€80.0M vs €60.0M). Nicolò Barella leads in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Sandro Tonali is stronger in passes (final 3rd) / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Nicolò Barella 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?
Nicolò Barella has a market value of €60.0M, while Sandro Tonali is valued at €80.0M.