Yan Valery vs Dan Ballard
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Dan Ballard commands a higher market value (€20.0M vs €1.3M). Yan Valery leads in tackles won / 90 and press intensity / 90. Dan Ballard is stronger in goals / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Dan Ballard holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Valery is a chaotic, front-footed enigma who operates more like a converted winger than a traditional Championship defender. While his 1.23 successful tackles per 90 put him in the league’s top quintile for ball-winning, he couples that aggression with a baffling lack of positional awareness, evidenced by interception figures that languish in the bottom 10% of the division.
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (7.8 clearances/90), wins the physical battle (59% duel success), strong in aerial duels (4.4 aerials won/90) and uses long balls frequently (6.6/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Yan Valery | Dan Ballard | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.08 | Dan |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.23 | 0.76 | Yan |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.61 | 0.84 | Dan |
| Clearances / 90 | 2.06 | 7.75 | Dan |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.35 | 1.61 | Yan |
| Pass accuracy % | 77.00 | 81.70 | Dan |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Yan Valery or Dan Ballard?
Dan Ballard commands a higher market value (€20.0M vs €1.3M). Yan Valery leads in tackles won / 90 and press intensity / 90. Dan Ballard is stronger in goals / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Dan Ballard holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 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?
Yan Valery has a market value of €1.3M, while Dan Ballard is valued at €20.0M.