Dylan Mertens vs Christopher Simon

Christopher Simon leads on 5 of 12 metrics to Dylan Mertens's 4. Dylan Mertens is clearest ahead for final-third passes, ball security (possession lost) and key passes; Christopher Simon is clearest ahead for tackles, big chances created and shots. Both compared with central midfielders at a similar level.

Dylan Mertens averages 0.82 key passes per 90 on current form, ahead of Christopher Simon on 0.66.

Christopher Simon averages 1.69 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Dylan Mertens on 0.69.

Every stat is per 90 minutes or a rate from club matches. Form weights recent matches most heavily; Season uses only this club season. The player with the higher number wins each metric, except ball security where fewer losses is better. Percentiles show where each player sits against others in his own role and level.