Nicolás Domínguez vs Mikel Merino
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Mikel Merino commands a higher market value (€30.0M vs €15.0M). Nicolás Domínguez leads in passes (final 3rd) / 90 and tackles won / 90. Mikel Merino is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Overall, Mikel Merino holds the statistical edge across 6 of 9 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Ball-Winner. Statistically, he stands out as an aggressive ball-winner (4.1 tackles/90), wins the physical battle (56% duel success), wins the ball cleanly (2.1 successful tackles/90), heavily involved in play (53 touches/90), active off the ball (2.5 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions and top 10% tackler in the league.
A Ball-Winner. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, a capable chance creator (1.1 key passes/90), a regular goalscorer (0.36 goals/90), a prolific assist provider (0.27 assists/90), active in the tackle (2.3 tackles/90) and active off the ball (2.5 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Nicolás Domínguez | Mikel Merino | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.08 | 0.36 | Mikel |
| Assists / 90 | 0.08 | 0.27 | Mikel |
| Shots / 90 | 1.32 | 1.89 | Mikel |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.91 | 1.08 | Mikel |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 4.58 | 3.96 | Nicolás |
| Tackles won / 90 | 2.10 | 1.17 | Nicolás |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.58 | 0.99 | Mikel |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.45 | 2.51 | Mikel |
| Pass accuracy % | 83.90 | 75.80 | Nicolás |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Nicolás Domínguez or Mikel Merino?
Mikel Merino commands a higher market value (€30.0M vs €15.0M). Nicolás Domínguez leads in passes (final 3rd) / 90 and tackles won / 90. Mikel Merino is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Overall, Mikel Merino holds the statistical edge across 6 of 9 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?
Nicolás Domínguez has a market value of €15.0M, while Mikel Merino is valued at €30.0M.