Stevan Jovetić vs Nikola Krstović
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Nikola Krstović commands a higher market value (€20.0M vs €10.5M). Stevan Jovetić leads in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Nikola Krstović is stronger in shots / 90 and key passes / 90. Overall, Nikola Krstović holds the statistical edge across 5 of 8 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Jovetić remains one of European football's most stubborn contradictions—a veteran attacker who, at this level, still looks like someone the data forgot to age. Operating in the Europa Conference League, his 0.81 goals per 90 places him in the top 5% among forwards in the competition, and his assists rate matches that elite tier—rare company for a player often written off as a squad option.
Krstović has quietly become one of Serie A's most dangerous forwards this season, combining a striker's ruthlessness with a surprisingly complete technical game. His 0.63 goals per 90 places him in the top 10% of the league, but the more telling figure is his shot volume—top 5% in Serie A—suggesting a player who doesn't wait for perfect chances, he manufactures them.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Stevan Jovetić | Nikola Krstović | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.81 | 0.47 | Stevan |
| Assists / 90 | 0.32 | 0.24 | Stevan |
| Shots / 90 | 1.94 | 5.18 | Nikola |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.48 | 1.06 | Nikola |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 2.10 | 1.72 | Stevan |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.32 | 0.47 | Nikola |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.53 | 1.55 | Nikola |
| Pass accuracy % | 74.80 | 78.50 | Nikola |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Stevan Jovetić or Nikola Krstović?
Nikola Krstović commands a higher market value (€20.0M vs €10.5M). Stevan Jovetić leads in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Nikola Krstović is stronger in shots / 90 and key passes / 90. Overall, Nikola Krstović holds the statistical edge across 5 of 8 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?
Stevan Jovetić has a market value of €10.5M, while Nikola Krstović is valued at €20.0M.