Saúl Ñíguez vs Remo Freuler
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Remo Freuler commands a higher market value (€4.0M vs €2.5M). Saúl Ñíguez leads in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Remo Freuler is stronger in press intensity / 90. Overall, Saúl Ñíguez holds the statistical edge across 5 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Saúl Ñíguez has evolved from the relentless, box-to-box engine of Madrid into a sophisticated, ball-dominant conductor thriving in the tactical laboratory of Serie A. Operating at a Tier C club hasn't dampened his technical output; instead, he has become the primary fulcrum, ranking in the top 20% for both pass volume (59.7/90) and accuracy (89.9%).
Freuler is the metronomic heartbeat of a Serie A engine room, a player whose relentless efficiency transforms a Tier C squad into a ball-dominant unit. Ranking in the top 10% for passes into the final third (8.87/90), he is not merely a sideways recycler but a progressive catalyst who dictates tempo with elite precision.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Saúl Ñíguez | Remo Freuler | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Assists / 90 | 0.16 | 0.10 | Saúl |
| Shots / 90 | 1.72 | 0.10 | Saúl |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.79 | 0.83 | Saúl |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | — | 8.87 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 1.66 | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.40 | 0.73 | Saúl |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.49 | 2.35 | Remo |
| Pass accuracy % | 89.90 | 87.20 | Saúl |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Saúl Ñíguez or Remo Freuler?
Remo Freuler commands a higher market value (€4.0M vs €2.5M). Saúl Ñíguez leads in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Remo Freuler is stronger in press intensity / 90. Overall, Saúl Ñíguez holds the statistical edge across 5 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?
Saúl Ñíguez has a market value of €2.5M, while Remo Freuler is valued at €4.0M.