Takahiro Sekine vs Ao Tanaka
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Ao Tanaka commands a higher market value (€10.0M vs €1.1M). Takahiro Sekine leads in assists / 90 and passes (final 3rd) / 90. Ao Tanaka is stronger in goals / 90 and key passes / 90. Overall, Ao Tanaka holds the statistical edge across 5 of 8 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Box-to-Box. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.0 key passes/90), a reliable supplier (0.19 assists/90), active in the tackle (2.1 tackles/90), heavily involved in play (65 touches/90), uses long balls frequently (6.1/90) and active off the ball (2.3 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
A Creator. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (1.6 key passes/90), meticulous in distribution (87% pass accuracy), heavily involved in play (62 touches/90), active off the ball (2.8 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions and top 20% creator in the league.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Takahiro Sekine | Ao Tanaka | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.06 | 0.15 | Ao |
| Assists / 90 | 0.19 | 0.08 | Takahiro |
| Shots / 90 | 1.33 | 1.30 | — |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.02 | 1.52 | Ao |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 6.10 | 5.21 | Takahiro |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.40 | 1.21 | Takahiro |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.02 | 1.52 | Ao |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.28 | 2.77 | Ao |
| Pass accuracy % | 75.60 | 86.30 | Ao |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Takahiro Sekine or Ao Tanaka?
Ao Tanaka commands a higher market value (€10.0M vs €1.1M). Takahiro Sekine leads in assists / 90 and passes (final 3rd) / 90. Ao Tanaka is stronger in goals / 90 and key passes / 90. Overall, Ao Tanaka 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?
Takahiro Sekine has a market value of €1.1M, while Ao Tanaka is valued at €10.0M.