Best Forwards in the Serie A 2025/26
Per-90 performance rankings · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 8 players ranked
Based on per-90 statistics across 8 Serie A forwards in 2025/26, Lautaro Martínez leads the ranking as a Poacher with a composite score of 1.01. Riccardo Orsolini (Attacker) ranks second at 0.55, followed by Santiago Castro (Attacker) at 0.53. All rankings are calculated using Rising Transfers' 47-dimension per-90 analysis methodology.
Methodology: Per-90 stats explained · DNA matching
Lautaro Martínez
25 games · Argentina
Riccardo Orsolini
27 games · Italy
Santiago Castro
22 games · Argentina
Full Serie A Forwards Rankings
| # | Player | Style | Goals/90 | Ast/90 | Shots/90 | Games | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lautaro Martínez | Poacher | 0.85 | 0.31 | 4.39 | 25 | Similar → |
| 2 | Riccardo Orsolini | Attacker | 0.43 | 0.09 | 2.81 | 27 | Similar → |
| 3 | Santiago Castro | Attacker | 0.43 | 0.09 | 2.67 | 22 | Similar → |
| 4 | Kenan Yıldız | Link-Up Forward | 0.18 | 0.09 | 3.99 | 25 | Similar → |
| 5 | Albert Gudmundsson | Complete Forward | 0.29 | 0.29 | 1.73 | 25 | Similar → |
| 6 | Rasmus Højlund | Goal Scorer | 0.27 | 0.16 | 1.74 | 21 | Similar → |
| 7 | Matías Soulé | Attacker | 0.22 | 0.14 | 2.02 | 25 | Similar → |
| 8 | Santiago Pierotti | Forward | 0.00 | 0.07 | 1.39 | 19 | Similar → |
KP = Key passes · TW = Tackles won · Int = Interceptions · Clr = Clearances · GC = Goals conceded
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the best forward in the Serie A right now?
Based on per-90 data in 2025/26, Lautaro Martínez is the top-ranked forward in the Serie A. Lautaro Martínez is classified as a Poacher by Rising Transfers' DNA analysis system.
How are Serie A forwards ranked on Rising Transfers?
Rising Transfers ranks forwards using a composite per-90 score across key performance dimensions specific to the position. All statistics are normalised per 90 minutes of play to allow fair comparison between players with different minutes. Only players with 1,350+ minutes (equivalent to approximately 15 full matches) are included to ensure statistical reliability.
What does the DNA archetype mean for forwards?
Each player is assigned a DNA archetype (e.g. Creator, Ball-Winner, Pressing Forward) based on their playing style vector — a 768-dimensional representation of their per-90 performance across 47 metrics. The archetype describes how the player plays, not just their position.
How often is the Serie A forward ranking updated?
Rankings are recalculated weekly as new match data is processed into Rising Transfers' DNA pipeline. The underlying per-90 statistics are sourced from live match data across the Serie A season.
Forwards Rankings in Other Leagues
Other Positions in the Serie A
Rankings are generated by Rising Transfers using per-90 statistics from the 2025/26 Serie A season. Only players with 1,350+ minutes in the current season are included to ensure statistical reliability. Scores are computed using a position-specific composite formula across 47 performance dimensions. Data is refreshed weekly. Learn more about our methodology →
Some players may be excluded due to data availability (e.g. mid-season transfers, injury absences, or cup-only appearances). Rankings reflect on-pitch statistical performance and do not account for team defensive structure or shot quality — elite players on dominant teams may rank lower on volume-based metrics.