Virgil van Dijk vs James Hill
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Both players are valued similarly (€18.0M vs €15.0M). Virgil van Dijk leads in goals / 90 and clearances / 90. James Hill is stronger in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (7.4 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (89% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (74% duel success), heavily involved in possession (74 passes/90), penetrates with forward passing (11.1 final-third passes/90), central to possession (86 touches/90), dominant in the air (4.5 aerials won/90, 73%) and uses long balls frequently (7.8/90).
A Physical Stopper. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (7.3 clearances/90), reads the game exceptionally (1.7 interceptions/90), wins the physical battle (66% duel success), dominant in the air (5.0 aerials won/90, 66%), uses long balls frequently (7.5/90) and active off the ball (2.1 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Virgil van Dijk | James Hill | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.11 | 0.00 | Virgil |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.37 | 0.78 | James |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.64 | 1.68 | James |
| Clearances / 90 | 7.42 | 7.31 | Virgil |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.26 | 2.10 | James |
| Pass accuracy % | 89.30 | 76.30 | Virgil |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Virgil van Dijk or James Hill?
Both players are valued similarly (€18.0M vs €15.0M). Virgil van Dijk leads in goals / 90 and clearances / 90. James Hill is stronger in tackles won / 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?
Virgil van Dijk has a market value of €18.0M, while James Hill is valued at €15.0M.