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Rafael Tolói vs Nicolò Bertola

Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season

Data Verdict

Nicolò Bertola commands a higher market value (€6.0M vs €1.0M). Rafael Tolói leads in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. Nicolò Bertola is stronger in press intensity / 90. Overall, Rafael Tolói holds the statistical edge across 3 of 4 comparable metrics.

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Player A

Rafael Tolói

Defender
Italy
€1.0M
35 years old
Aerial
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Player B

Nicolò Bertola

Defender
Italy
€6.0M
23 years old
Solid Defender
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Playing Style Profiles

Rafael Tolói

Tolói remains the quintessential Serie A defensive veteran: a savvy, front-footed stopper who compensates for fading athleticism with an elite understanding of space and timing. While his limited 500 minutes this term suggest a player transitioning into a rotational role, his efficiency in the tackle remains remarkably sharp, winning 64.9% of his duels—a figure that places him firmly in the league’s top 20%.

Nicolò Bertola

A Solid Defender. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (4.4 clearances/90), uses long balls frequently (6.7/90) and active off the ball (2.1 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.

Per-90 Statistics Comparison

MetricRafael TolóiNicolò BertolaEdge
Goals / 900.000.00
Tackles won / 901.04
Interceptions / 901.201.14Rafael
Clearances / 905.804.38Rafael
Press intensity / 900.632.11Nicolò
Pass accuracy %83.9078.10Rafael

All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the better player — Rafael Tolói or Nicolò Bertola?

Nicolò Bertola commands a higher market value (€6.0M vs €1.0M). Rafael Tolói leads in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. Nicolò Bertola is stronger in press intensity / 90. Overall, Rafael Tolói holds the statistical edge across 3 of 4 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?

Rafael Tolói has a market value of €1.0M, while Nicolò Bertola is valued at €6.0M.

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