Roman Buess vs Samuel Essende
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Samuel Essende commands a higher market value (€3.5M vs €1.3M). Roman Buess leads in assists / 90 and key passes / 90. Samuel Essende is stronger in shots / 90 and pass accuracy %. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Target Man. Statistically, he stands out as a regular goalscorer (0.32 goals/90) and draws fouls effectively (2.2/90).
Essende is the Bundesliga’s most industrious physical anomaly, a Tier C striker who operates with the progressive vision of a deep-lying playmaker and the shot volume of a Golden Boot contender. Averaging 3.81 shots per 90, he sits in the league’s elite top 10%, yet his true value lies in his startling ability to move the needle from deep; his 2.69 passes into the final third place him in the top decile of all forwards.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Roman Buess | Samuel Essende | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.32 | 0.27 | — |
| Assists / 90 | 0.11 | 0.00 | Roman |
| Shots / 90 | 1.23 | 3.25 | Samuel |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.88 | 0.81 | Roman |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | — | 2.69 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 0.45 | — |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.94 | 0.56 | Roman |
| Pass accuracy % | 57.60 | 71.40 | Samuel |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Roman Buess or Samuel Essende?
Samuel Essende commands a higher market value (€3.5M vs €1.3M). Roman Buess leads in assists / 90 and key passes / 90. Samuel Essende is stronger in shots / 90 and pass accuracy %. 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?
Roman Buess has a market value of €1.3M, while Samuel Essende is valued at €3.5M.