Matthijs de Ligt vs William Saliba Soccer Stats Comparison

Comparing the career performance, market value, and physical attributes of Matthijs de Ligt (Manchester United) and William Saliba (Arsenal). 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

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Career Honors

3

Leader

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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CB

William Saliba

ArsenalFrance

Market Value

€80,000,000

Leader

Career Honors

2

Trailer

G/Game

-

A/Game

-

Contrib/G

-

Career Insight

William Saliba has recorded 7 goals and 2 assists across matches. Standing at 192cm and weighing 92kg, this Right footed player has earned 2 major trophies.

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Similarity Analysis
87%Match

Very Similar

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

Distinct Advantages
16

shooting

Ligtis 29% more effective
14

pace

Salibais 17% more effective
4

physical

Ligtis 5% more effective
3

dribbling

Salibais 4% 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

Wilo

Academy

Saint-Étienne

Fun Fact

"He was coached by Kylian Mbappé’s father at AS Bondy."

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

William Saliba's Clubs

ClubYearsAppsGoals
Saint-Étienne2018-2019280
Marseille2021-2022360
Arsenal2022-Present755

Attribute Breakdown

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

Pace
68/82
Shooting
55/39
Passing
71/70
Dribbling
69/72
Defending
85/87
Physical
86/82

Attribute Radar Comparison

Interactive radar visualization of core technical attributes.

Matthijs de Ligt
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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
William25yrs

Height

Matthijs189cm
William192cm

Weight

Matthijs89kg
William92kg

Matthijs de Ligt's Honor Roll

Serie ABundesligaEredivisie

Trophy Distribution

World Stage
Continental
Domestic League
Domestic Cup

William Saliba's Honor Roll

Community ShieldLigue 1 Young Player of the Year

Trophy Distribution

World Stage
Continental
Domestic League
Domestic Cup

Deep Data Matrix

Comprehensive head-to-head metrics comparison.

MetricMatthijs de LigtWilliam Saliba
ClubManchester UnitedArsenal
LeaguePremier LeaguePremier League
PositionCBCB
Age2625
Market Value€55,000,000€80,000,000
Jersey Number42
Total Goals287
Total Assists102
National Caps4823
Preferred FootRightRight
Height (cm)189192
Weight (kg)8992
Youth AcademyAjaxSaint-Étienne
Trophies3 trophies2 trophies
Skill Moves2★2★
Weak Foot3★3★
Birth Date1999-08-122001-03-24
Birth PlaceLeiderdorp, NetherlandsBondy, France

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