Philippe Coutinho vs Justin Kluivert
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Justin Kluivert commands a higher market value (€32.0M vs €20.0M). Philippe Coutinho leads in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Justin Kluivert is stronger in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Philippe Coutinho holds the statistical edge across 5 of 8 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Coutinho remains one of football's most paradoxical talents—a player whose ceiling still dazzles even as his floor frustrates. Operating in Serie A, he ranks in the top 10% for goals per 90 and top 20% for key passes, making him genuinely dangerous in ways most midfielders simply aren't.
A Creator. Statistically, he stands out as comfortable with both feet, an elite creator (2.0 key passes/90), a regular goalscorer (0.20 goals/90), active off the ball (2.0 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions and top 10% creator in the league.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Philippe Coutinho | Justin Kluivert | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.29 | 0.20 | Philippe |
| Assists / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Shots / 90 | 2.51 | 1.56 | Philippe |
| Key passes / 90 | 2.22 | 2.05 | Philippe |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 5.70 | 3.03 | Philippe |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.39 | 0.68 | Justin |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.00 | 0.39 | Justin |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.18 | 2.03 | Justin |
| Pass accuracy % | 88.60 | 80.80 | Philippe |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Philippe Coutinho or Justin Kluivert?
Justin Kluivert commands a higher market value (€32.0M vs €20.0M). Philippe Coutinho leads in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Justin Kluivert is stronger in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Philippe Coutinho holds the statistical edge across 5 of 8 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?
Philippe Coutinho has a market value of €20.0M, while Justin Kluivert is valued at €32.0M.