Riquelme vs Danilo Cataldi
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Danilo Cataldi commands a higher market value (€3.5M vs €2.0M). Riquelme leads in key passes / 90 and pass accuracy %. Danilo Cataldi is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Overall, Danilo Cataldi holds the statistical edge across 5 of 7 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Riquelme is a high-volume ball-carrier operating as a technical outlier within a Tier C Serie A side, functioning more as a localized escape valve than a traditional midfield engine. While his 38.8 passes per match suggest a standard involvement level, his 2.63 dribbles per 90—placing him in the elite top 5% of the league—reveal a player who prefers to solve problems with his feet rather than his eyes.
A Ball-Winner. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.1 key passes/90), wins the physical battle (60% duel success), heavily involved in play (62 touches/90) and active off the ball (2.4 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Riquelme | Danilo Cataldi | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.14 | Danilo |
| Assists / 90 | 0.00 | 0.14 | Danilo |
| Shots / 90 | 0.48 | 0.99 | Danilo |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.44 | 1.06 | Riquelme |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | — | 6.88 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 1.08 | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.48 | 0.99 | Danilo |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.17 | 2.41 | Danilo |
| Pass accuracy % | 86.70 | 85.50 | Riquelme |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Riquelme or Danilo Cataldi?
Danilo Cataldi commands a higher market value (€3.5M vs €2.0M). Riquelme leads in key passes / 90 and pass accuracy %. Danilo Cataldi is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Overall, Danilo Cataldi holds the statistical edge across 5 of 7 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?
Riquelme has a market value of €2.0M, while Danilo Cataldi is valued at €3.5M.