Salim Diakité vs Odilon Kossounou
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Odilon Kossounou commands a higher market value (€22.0M vs €1.4M). Salim Diakité leads in press intensity / 90. Odilon Kossounou is stronger in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. Overall, Odilon Kossounou holds the statistical edge across 3 of 4 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as active in the tackle (2.2 tackles/90), wins the physical battle (65% duel success), central to possession (70 touches/90), uses long balls frequently (5.1/90) and active off the ball (2.3 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Kossounou has carved out a rare niche in Serie A's defensive landscape: a centre-back who builds play with the precision of a deep-lying midfielder while quietly contributing to the scoresheet. His 92.7% pass accuracy places him in the top 5% of defenders in the division—not just neat sideways passes, but 5.27 progressive balls into the final third per 90, suggesting genuine intent to break lines.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Salim Diakité | Odilon Kossounou | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 1.22 | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.95 | 1.55 | Odilon |
| Clearances / 90 | 1.90 | 2.88 | Odilon |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.31 | 2.12 | Salim |
| Pass accuracy % | 83.60 | 92.30 | Odilon |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Salim Diakité or Odilon Kossounou?
Odilon Kossounou commands a higher market value (€22.0M vs €1.4M). Salim Diakité leads in press intensity / 90. Odilon Kossounou is stronger in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. Overall, Odilon Kossounou 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?
Salim Diakité has a market value of €1.4M, while Odilon Kossounou is valued at €22.0M.