Matthijs de Ligt vs Trent Alexander-Arnold Soccer Stats Comparison

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

CB

Matthijs de Ligt

Manchester UnitedNetherlands

Market Value

€55,000,000

Trailer

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.

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Highest Value

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Trent Alexander-Arnold

Real MadridEngland

Market Value

€80,000,000

Leader

Career Honors

3

Equal

G/Game

-

A/Game

-

Contrib/G

-

Career Insight

Trent Alexander-Arnold has recorded 24 goals and 92 assists across matches. Standing at 180cm and weighing 72kg, this Right footed player has earned 3 major trophies.

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Similarity Analysis
80%Match

Very Similar

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

Distinct Advantages
19

shooting

Alexander-Arnoldis 26% more effective
19

passing

Alexander-Arnoldis 21% more effective
13

physical

Ligtis 15% more effective
11

dribbling

Alexander-Arnoldis 14% 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

3

Weak Foot

4

Nickname

Trent

Academy

Liverpool

Fun Fact

"He is an expert chess player and once played against Magnus Carlsen."

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

Trent Alexander-Arnold's Clubs

ClubYearsAppsGoals
Liverpool2016-202528019
Real Madrid2025-Present302

Attribute Breakdown

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

Pace
68/76
Shooting
55/74
Passing
71/90
Dribbling
69/80
Defending
85/80
Physical
86/73

Attribute Radar Comparison

Interactive radar visualization of core technical attributes.

Matthijs de Ligt
Trent Alexander-Arnold

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
Trent27yrs

Height

Matthijs189cm
Trent180cm

Weight

Matthijs89kg
Trent72kg

Matthijs de Ligt's Honor Roll

Serie ABundesligaEredivisie

Trophy Distribution

World Stage
Continental
Domestic League
Domestic Cup

Trent Alexander-Arnold's Honor Roll

Champions LeaguePremier LeagueClub World Cup

Trophy Distribution

World Stage
Continental
Domestic League
Domestic Cup

Deep Data Matrix

Comprehensive head-to-head metrics comparison.

MetricMatthijs de LigtTrent Alexander-Arnold
ClubManchester UnitedReal Madrid
LeaguePremier LeagueLa Liga
PositionCBRB
Age2627
Market Value€55,000,000€80,000,000
Jersey Number466
Total Goals2824
Total Assists1092
National Caps4836
Preferred FootRightRight
Height (cm)189180
Weight (kg)8972
Youth AcademyAjaxLiverpool
Trophies3 trophies3 trophies
Skill Moves2★3★
Weak Foot3★4★
Birth Date1999-08-121998-10-07
Birth PlaceLeiderdorp, NetherlandsLiverpool, England

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