Output is real: finishing sits in line with xG.
Open-play threat: 100% 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 | 12 | 14 | 7 |
| Tackles /90 | 0.82 | 1.15 | 0.64 |
| Interceptions /90 | 0.51 | 0.09 | 0.64 |
| Key passes /90 | 2.76 | 3.01 | 3.04 |
| Take-ons /90 | 2.24 | 1.33 | 2.08 |
| Pass accuracy | 80.1% | 76.9% | 80.9% |
Elite among his peers: 98th percentile for creation among midfielders aged 31–35.
vs midfielders aged 31–35 · 98 peers · pool pct → age bandProfiles like G. de Arrascaeta — midfielders with this shape at 33.
Watch the downside: ball winning (19th pct) is a real weakness for the role.
Reliable: form in line with his season rate — no meaningful swings.
Valuation holding steady.
Best underlying game: 1.54 xG vs Lille — and he took it, 1 goal.