Nicolás Freire vs Javi Sánchez
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Both players are valued similarly (€2.7M vs €3.0M). Nicolás Freire leads in goals / 90 and interceptions / 90. Javi Sánchez 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
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (7.0 clearances/90), reads the game exceptionally (1.6 interceptions/90), meticulous in distribution (86% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (56% duel success), central to possession (70 touches/90), dominant in the air (3.3 aerials won/90, 64%) and uses long balls frequently (8.6/90).
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (5.3 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (90% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (57% duel success), heavily involved in possession (63 passes/90), central to possession (75 touches/90) and uses long balls frequently (6.4/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Nicolás Freire | Javi Sánchez | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.16 | 0.00 | Nicolás |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 0.84 | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.36 | 0.87 | Nicolás |
| Clearances / 90 | 5.84 | 5.29 | Nicolás |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.48 | 1.91 | Javi |
| Pass accuracy % | 86.00 | 88.90 | Javi |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Nicolás Freire or Javi Sánchez?
Both players are valued similarly (€2.7M vs €3.0M). Nicolás Freire leads in goals / 90 and interceptions / 90. Javi Sánchez 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?
Nicolás Freire has a market value of €2.7M, while Javi Sánchez is valued at €3.0M.