Simon Graves vs Tsuyoshi Watanabe
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Tsuyoshi Watanabe commands a higher market value (€10.0M vs €1.4M). Simon Graves leads in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. Tsuyoshi Watanabe is stronger in goals / 90 and tackles won / 90. Overall, Tsuyoshi Watanabe holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (8.1 clearances/90), central to possession (72 touches/90), uses long balls frequently (7.8/90) and active off the ball (2.1 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (5.0 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (89% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (61% duel success), heavily involved in possession (62 passes/90), central to possession (75 touches/90), strong in aerial duels (3.2 aerials won/90), uses long balls frequently (5.2/90) and active off the ball (2.1 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Simon Graves | Tsuyoshi Watanabe | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.07 | Tsuyoshi |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.65 | 0.81 | Tsuyoshi |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.11 | 0.96 | Simon |
| Clearances / 90 | 8.16 | 5.05 | Simon |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.08 | 2.15 | Tsuyoshi |
| Pass accuracy % | 84.80 | 85.70 | Tsuyoshi |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Simon Graves or Tsuyoshi Watanabe?
Tsuyoshi Watanabe commands a higher market value (€10.0M vs €1.4M). Simon Graves leads in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. Tsuyoshi Watanabe is stronger in goals / 90 and tackles won / 90. Overall, Tsuyoshi Watanabe holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 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?
Simon Graves has a market value of €1.4M, while Tsuyoshi Watanabe is valued at €10.0M.