Jacob Wright vs Ryan Merlen

Ryan Merlen leads on 6 of 12 metrics to Jacob Wright's 5. Jacob Wright is clearest ahead for interceptions, aerials won and pass completion; Ryan Merlen is clearest ahead for duel win rate, final-third passes and passes. Both compared with defensive midfielders in major leagues.

Ryan Merlen averages 1.92 key passes per 90 on current form, ahead of Jacob Wright on 1.87.

Ryan Merlen averages 0.86 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Jacob Wright on 0.65.

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.