Tiago Djaló vs Attila Szalai
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Attila Szalai commands a higher market value (€12.3M vs €7.0M). Tiago Djaló leads in goals / 90 and interceptions / 90. Attila Szalai is stronger in tackles won / 90 and clearances / 90. Overall, Tiago Djaló holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Djaló has carved out a quietly compelling identity in the Super Lig: a centre-back who wins headers, reads danger, and occasionally finds the net—without ever pretending to be a ball-playing quarterback. His aerial numbers place him in the top 20% of defenders in the league, and his interception rate tells a similar story about positional intelligence rather than reactive scrambling.
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (6.0 clearances/90), wins the physical battle (57% duel success), penetrates with forward passing (8.1 final-third passes/90) and uses long balls frequently (9.1/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Tiago Djaló | Attila Szalai | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.12 | 0.00 | Tiago |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.75 | 0.93 | Attila |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.60 | 1.16 | Tiago |
| Clearances / 90 | 5.91 | 6.03 | Attila |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.20 | 1.87 | Tiago |
| Pass accuracy % | 92.40 | 82.50 | Tiago |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Tiago Djaló or Attila Szalai?
Attila Szalai commands a higher market value (€12.3M vs €7.0M). Tiago Djaló leads in goals / 90 and interceptions / 90. Attila Szalai is stronger in tackles won / 90 and clearances / 90. Overall, Tiago Djaló 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?
Tiago Djaló has a market value of €7.0M, while Attila Szalai is valued at €12.3M.