William Troost-Ekong vs Martin Valjent
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Martin Valjent commands a higher market value (€4.5M vs €1.2M). William Troost-Ekong leads in interceptions / 90 and press intensity / 90. Martin Valjent is stronger in tackles won / 90 and clearances / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
Troost-Ekong remains the quintessential stabilizing veteran whose value
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (6.4 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (87% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (56% duel success) and uses long balls frequently (6.0/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | William Troost-Ekong | Martin Valjent | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.41 | 0.82 | Martin |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.74 | 0.46 | William |
| Clearances / 90 | 5.21 | 6.42 | Martin |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.42 | 1.31 | William |
| Pass accuracy % | 88.80 | 86.90 | 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 Martin Valjent?
Martin Valjent commands a higher market value (€4.5M vs €1.2M). William Troost-Ekong leads in interceptions / 90 and press intensity / 90. Martin Valjent is stronger in tackles won / 90 and clearances / 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?
William Troost-Ekong has a market value of €1.2M, while Martin Valjent is valued at €4.5M.