Romelu Lukaku vs Marcus Thuram
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Marcus Thuram commands a higher market value (€60.0M vs €15.0M). Marcus Thuram is stronger in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Marcus Thuram holds the statistical edge across 5 of 5 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Complete Forward. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, a capable chance creator (1.1 key passes/90), a proven goalscorer (0.44 goals/90), a prolific assist provider (0.31 assists/90) and top 20% scorer in the league.
Marcus Thuram is a Poacher. Clinical finisher who lives for goals inside the box.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Romelu Lukaku | Marcus Thuram | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.44 | 0.61 | Marcus |
| Assists / 90 | 0.31 | 0.28 | — |
| Shots / 90 | 2.01 | 3.48 | Marcus |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.07 | 1.36 | Marcus |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | — | 1.43 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 0.68 | — |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.36 | 1.07 | Marcus |
| Pass accuracy % | 71.20 | 74.40 | Marcus |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Romelu Lukaku or Marcus Thuram?
Marcus Thuram commands a higher market value (€60.0M vs €15.0M). Marcus Thuram is stronger in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Marcus Thuram holds the statistical edge across 5 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?
Romelu Lukaku has a market value of €15.0M, while Marcus Thuram is valued at €60.0M.