William Troost-Ekong vs James Tarkowski
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
James Tarkowski commands a higher market value (€7.0M vs €1.2M). William Troost-Ekong leads in pass accuracy %. James Tarkowski is stronger in goals / 90 and tackles won / 90. Overall, James Tarkowski holds the statistical edge across 4 of 5 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Troost-Ekong remains the quintessential stabilizing veteran whose value
A Physical Stopper. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (6.6 clearances/90), wins the physical battle (68% duel success), dominant in the air (4.0 aerials won/90, 68%) and uses long balls frequently (6.7/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | William Troost-Ekong | James Tarkowski | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.06 | James |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.41 | 0.79 | James |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.74 | 0.83 | James |
| Clearances / 90 | 5.21 | 6.60 | James |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.42 | 1.46 | — |
| Pass accuracy % | 88.80 | 80.50 | William |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — William Troost-Ekong or James Tarkowski?
James Tarkowski commands a higher market value (€7.0M vs €1.2M). William Troost-Ekong leads in pass accuracy %. James Tarkowski is stronger in goals / 90 and tackles won / 90. Overall, James Tarkowski holds the statistical edge across 4 of 5 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?
William Troost-Ekong has a market value of €1.2M, while James Tarkowski is valued at €7.0M.