Stephan El Shaarawy vs Mert Erkan
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Stephan El Shaarawy leads in shots / 90 and key passes / 90. Mert Erkan is stronger in goals / 90 and press intensity / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Complete Forward. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.2 key passes/90), a regular goalscorer (0.25 goals/90), a prolific assist provider (0.33 assists/90) and wins the physical battle (56% duel success).
A Complete Forward. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.4 key passes/90), a regular goalscorer (0.26 goals/90) and a prolific assist provider (0.43 assists/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Stephan El Shaarawy | Mert Erkan | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.53 | Mert |
| Assists / 90 | 0.25 | 0.27 | — |
| Shots / 90 | 3.00 | 2.40 | Stephan |
| Key passes / 90 | 2.00 | 1.60 | Stephan |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.63 | 1.88 | Mert |
| Pass accuracy % | 100.00 | 66.70 | Stephan |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Stephan El Shaarawy or Mert Erkan?
Stephan El Shaarawy leads in shots / 90 and key passes / 90. Mert Erkan is stronger in goals / 90 and press intensity / 90. 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?
Stephan El Shaarawy has a market value of €2.5M, while Mert Erkan is valued at N/A.