Dylan Mertens vs Rhys Bartley

Rhys Bartley leads on 8 of 12 metrics to Dylan Mertens's 2. Dylan Mertens is clearest ahead for ball recoveries and tackles; Rhys Bartley is clearest ahead for pass completion, ball security (possession lost) and passes. Both compared with central midfielders at a similar level.

Rhys Bartley averages 1.39 key passes per 90 on current form, ahead of Dylan Mertens on 0.86.

Dylan Mertens averages 0.54 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Rhys Bartley on 0.00.

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.