Matthijs de Ligt vs Nathan Aké Soccer Stats Comparison

Comparing the career performance, market value, and physical attributes of Matthijs de Ligt (Manchester United) and Nathan Aké (Manchester City). Use the interactive radar charts and history timelines below to analyze their head-to-head stats.

Highest Value

CB

Matthijs de Ligt

Manchester UnitedNetherlands

Market Value

€55,000,000

Leader

Career Honors

3

Equal

G/Game

-

A/Game

-

Contrib/G

-

Career Insight

Matthijs de Ligt has recorded 28 goals and 10 assists across matches. Standing at 189cm and weighing 89kg, this Right footed player has earned 3 major trophies.

Matthijs value leader

CB

Nathan Aké

Manchester CityNetherlands

Market Value

€40,000,000

Trailer

Career Honors

3

Equal

G/Game

-

A/Game

-

Contrib/G

-

Career Insight

Nathan Aké has recorded 22 goals and 5 assists across matches. Standing at 180cm and weighing 75kg, this Left footed player has earned 3 major trophies.

Value trailer vs Matthijs
Similarity Analysis
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Statistical Twins

Based on our proprietary algorithm analyzing pace, shooting, passing, dribbling, defending, and physicality.

Distinct Advantages
8

pace

Akéis 11% more effective
8

physical

Ligtis 9% more effective
6

dribbling

Akéis 8% more effective
4

passing

Akéis 5% more effective

Player Identity

Skill Moves

2

Weak Foot

3

Nickname

The Wall

Academy

Ajax

Fun Fact

"He was the youngest captain to ever lead a team in a Champions League knockout game."

Player Identity

Skill Moves

2

Weak Foot

3

Nickname

Nathan

Academy

Feyenoord

Fun Fact

"He is an accomplished piano player and often shares videos of his music."

Transfer & Career History

Comparing clubs, apps, and goals throughout their professional journey.

Matthijs de Ligt's Clubs

ClubYearsAppsGoals
Ajax2016-2019778
Juventus2019-2022878
Bayern Munich2022-2024535
Manchester United2024-Present181

Nathan Aké's Clubs

ClubYearsAppsGoals
Chelsea2012-201770
Bournemouth2017-20201098
Manchester City2020-Present856

Attribute Breakdown

Compare pace, shooting, passing, dribbling, defending, and physicality.

Pace
68/76
Shooting
55/52
Passing
71/75
Dribbling
69/75
Defending
85/85
Physical
86/78

Attribute Radar Comparison

Interactive radar visualization of core technical attributes.

Matthijs de Ligt
Nathan Aké

Career Statistics Comparison

Visual breakdown of total career production.

Market Valuation Analysis

Current estimated transfer value (Millions of Euros).

Physical Profile

Side-by-side analysis of age, height, and weight metrics.

Age

Matthijs26yrs
Nathan31yrs

Height

Matthijs189cm
Nathan180cm

Weight

Matthijs89kg
Nathan75kg

Matthijs de Ligt's Honor Roll

Serie ABundesligaEredivisie

Trophy Distribution

World Stage
Continental
Domestic League
Domestic Cup

Nathan Aké's Honor Roll

Champions LeaguePremier LeagueFA Cup

Trophy Distribution

World Stage
Continental
Domestic League
Domestic Cup

Deep Data Matrix

Comprehensive head-to-head metrics comparison.

MetricMatthijs de LigtNathan Aké
ClubManchester UnitedManchester City
LeaguePremier LeaguePremier League
PositionCBCB
Age2631
Market Value€55,000,000€40,000,000
Jersey Number46
Total Goals2822
Total Assists105
National Caps4853
Preferred FootRightLeft
Height (cm)189180
Weight (kg)8975
Youth AcademyAjaxFeyenoord
Trophies3 trophies3 trophies
Skill Moves2★2★
Weak Foot3★3★
Birth Date1999-08-121995-02-18
Birth PlaceLeiderdorp, NetherlandsThe Hague, Netherlands

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