Underperforming xG by 4 — the chances are there; finishing should catch up.
Open-play threat: 92% of his non-penalty output comes in open play.
| Stat | Top third | Middle | Bottom third |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 11 | 10 | 11 |
| Tackles /90 | 1.51 | 1.54 | 1.37 |
| Interceptions /90 | 0.97 | 0.62 | 0.39 |
| Blocks /90 | 0.00 | 0.31 | 0.10 |
| Duels won /90 | 3.77 | 4.62 | 6.14 |
| Pass accuracy | 88.3% | 86.8% | 88.3% |
Elite among his peers: 99th percentile for progression among forwards aged 22–26.
vs forwards aged 22–26 · 259 peers · pool pct → age bandProfiles like I. Vassilev — forwards with this shape at 24.
Watch the downside: pressing (2nd pct) is a real weakness for the role.
Reliable: form in line with his season rate — no meaningful swings.
Rising asset — up 127% over the last year, at a career high.
Best underlying game: 1.25 xG vs Bournemouth — and he took it, 1 goal.