Pierre Kalulu vs Manuel Akanji
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Pierre Kalulu commands a higher market value (€32.0M vs €22.0M). Pierre Kalulu leads in goals / 90 and tackles won / 90. Manuel Akanji is stronger in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
Kalulu has quietly become one of Serie A's most progressive defenders — a ball-carrier in disguise wearing a centre-back's number. His 60.8 passes per 90 and 6.23 passes into the final third both land in the top 20-30% of defenders in the league, figures that reveal a player comfortable initiating attacks rather than simply recycling possession.
Akanji builds play with the precision of a midfielder wearing a centre-back's shirt—his 92.2% pass accuracy sits in the top 10% of Serie A defenders, and his 67.5 passes per 90 ranks in the top 5%, making him one of the league's most active distributors from deep. His 6.43 passes into the final third per 90 places him in the top 20%, meaning his value isn't just in keeping possession clean but in genuinely advancing it.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Pierre Kalulu | Manuel Akanji | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.17 | 0.00 | Pierre |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.91 | 0.79 | Pierre |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.67 | 1.53 | Manuel |
| Clearances / 90 | 1.33 | 3.67 | Manuel |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.37 | 2.30 | Pierre |
| Pass accuracy % | 89.10 | 91.60 | Manuel |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Pierre Kalulu or Manuel Akanji?
Pierre Kalulu commands a higher market value (€32.0M vs €22.0M). Pierre Kalulu leads in goals / 90 and tackles won / 90. Manuel Akanji is stronger in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. 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?
Pierre Kalulu has a market value of €32.0M, while Manuel Akanji is valued at €22.0M.