Never stops, never misses — the team's pulse.
Underperforming xG by 3 — the chances are there; finishing should catch up.
Set-piece reliant: 75% of his non-penalty output comes from set pieces.
Shows up against the best — output holds against top-third opponents.
| Stat | Top third | Middle | Bottom third |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 9 | 10 | 12 |
| Tackles /90 | 2.46 | 0.97 | 1.23 |
| Interceptions /90 | 1.58 | 0.65 | 1.63 |
| Key passes /90 | 0.88 | 0.32 | 0.95 |
| Take-ons /90 | 0.18 | 0.32 | 0.00 |
| Pass accuracy | 77.3% | 77.3% | 82.3% |
Ahead of his age group: 86th percentile for control among midfielders aged 29–33.
vs midfielders aged 29–33 · 161 peers · pool pct → age bandProfiles like O. Diakité — midfielders with this shape at 31.
Watch the downside: take-ons (8th pct) is a real weakness for the role.
Reliable: form in line with his season rate — no meaningful swings.
Value sliding — down 56% over the last year.
Top underlying game: 0.63 xG vs Newcastle.