Wout Weghorst vs Ricky van Wolfswinkel
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Ricky van Wolfswinkel commands a higher market value (€3.5M vs €2.5M). Wout Weghorst leads in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Ricky van Wolfswinkel is stronger in tackles won / 90 and press intensity / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
Weghorst is a towering offensive fulcrum who functions less like a traditional poacher and more like a high-leverage siege engine designed to dominate the vertical plane. While his 0.40 goals per 90 is respectable, the real value lies in his physical supremacy; ranking in the top 10% for aerial win rate and an elite top 5% for ground duels, he is a nightmare for center-backs in the Eredivisie.
A Target Man. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.2 key passes/90) and a regular goalscorer (0.39 goals/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Wout Weghorst | Ricky van Wolfswinkel | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.43 | 0.39 | — |
| Assists / 90 | 0.21 | 0.00 | Wout |
| Shots / 90 | 2.56 | 2.22 | Wout |
| Key passes / 90 | 2.08 | 1.17 | Wout |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 2.53 | 1.59 | Wout |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.20 | 0.79 | Ricky |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.66 | 1.43 | Ricky |
| Pass accuracy % | 75.20 | 79.10 | Ricky |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Wout Weghorst or Ricky van Wolfswinkel?
Ricky van Wolfswinkel commands a higher market value (€3.5M vs €2.5M). Wout Weghorst leads in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Ricky van Wolfswinkel is stronger in tackles won / 90 and press intensity / 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?
Wout Weghorst has a market value of €2.5M, while Ricky van Wolfswinkel is valued at €3.5M.