Output is real: finishing sits in line with xG.
Open-play threat: 99% of his non-penalty output comes in open play.
Shows up against the best — output holds against top-third opponents.
| Stat | Top third | Middle | Bottom third |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 14 | 10 | 14 |
| Tackles /90 | 2.98 | 3.40 | 2.21 |
| Interceptions /90 | 1.45 | 0.51 | 0.79 |
| Blocks /90 | 0.40 | 0.31 | 0.29 |
| Duels won /90 | 5.07 | 4.94 | 4.21 |
| Pass accuracy | 71.5% | 69.5% | 76.4% |
Ahead of his age group: 87th percentile for ball winning among midfielders aged 25–29.
vs midfielders aged 25–29 · 261 peers · pool pct → age bandNo true peer at his level at 27 — the closest statistical shapes are midfielders like J. Žambůrek, not genuine comparables.
Watch the downside: progression (5th pct) is a real weakness for the role.
Reliable: form in line with his season rate — no meaningful swings.
Valuation holding steady.
Top underlying game: 0.51 xG vs Rayo Vallecano.