Nicolás Valentini vs Luca Ranieri
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Luca Ranieri commands a higher market value (€7.0M vs €5.0M). Nicolás Valentini leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Luca Ranieri is stronger in pass accuracy %. Overall, Nicolás Valentini holds the statistical edge across 4 of 5 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Physical Stopper. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, commanding in the air (5.6 clearances/90), strong in aerial duels (3.2 aerials won/90), uses long balls frequently (6.2/90) and active off the ball (2.2 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Ranieri is the kind of defender whose most dangerous weapon isn't a tackle or a header—it's a pass. Operating for a mid-tier Serie A side, he ranks in the top 5% of all defenders in the league for passes into the final third, averaging nearly eight per 90 minutes—a number that belongs to a playmaking midfielder, not a backline operator.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Nicolás Valentini | Luca Ranieri | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.07 | 1.02 | Nicolás |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.42 | 0.96 | Nicolás |
| Clearances / 90 | 5.56 | 4.33 | Nicolás |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.23 | 1.68 | Nicolás |
| Pass accuracy % | 72.10 | 85.30 | Luca |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Nicolás Valentini or Luca Ranieri?
Luca Ranieri commands a higher market value (€7.0M vs €5.0M). Nicolás Valentini leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Luca Ranieri is stronger in pass accuracy %. Overall, Nicolás Valentini holds the statistical edge across 4 of 5 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 Valentini has a market value of €5.0M, while Luca Ranieri is valued at €7.0M.