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Torbjørn Heggem vs Thomas Kristensen

Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season

Data Verdict

Both players are valued similarly (€14.0M vs €12.0M). Torbjørn Heggem leads in tackles won / 90 and press intensity / 90. Thomas Kristensen is stronger in goals / 90 and interceptions / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.

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Player A

Torbjørn Heggem

Defender
Norway
€14.0M
27 years old
Ball-Playing CB
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Player B

Thomas Kristensen

Defender
Denmark
€12.0M
24 years old
Physical Stopper
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Playing Style Profiles

Torbjørn Heggem

Heggem is the kind of defender Serie A's mid-table sides quietly depend on — metronomic in possession, aerially competitive, and disciplined enough to keep things ticking without drama. His 90.7% pass accuracy places him in the top 20% of defenders in the division, a figure that reflects genuine composure rather than safe sideways shuffling — his 48.3 passes per 90 rank above average, suggesting real involvement in build-up.

Thomas Kristensen

A Physical Stopper. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (5.8 clearances/90) and wins the physical battle (57% duel success).

Per-90 Statistics Comparison

MetricTorbjørn HeggemThomas KristensenEdge
Goals / 900.000.08Thomas
Tackles won / 900.690.53Torbjørn
Interceptions / 900.770.93Thomas
Clearances / 904.535.79Thomas
Press intensity / 901.991.64Torbjørn
Pass accuracy %91.2085.80Torbjørn

All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the better player — Torbjørn Heggem or Thomas Kristensen?

Both players are valued similarly (€14.0M vs €12.0M). Torbjørn Heggem leads in tackles won / 90 and press intensity / 90. Thomas Kristensen is stronger in goals / 90 and interceptions / 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?

Torbjørn Heggem has a market value of €14.0M, while Thomas Kristensen is valued at €12.0M.

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