Output is real: finishing sits in line with xG.
Shows up against the best — output holds against top-third opponents.
| Stat | Top third | Middle | Bottom third |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 13 | 11 | 11 |
| Tackles /90 | 1.92 | 2.02 | 1.80 |
| Interceptions /90 | 0.83 | 0.67 | 0.60 |
| Key passes /90 | 0.92 | 0.96 | 1.20 |
| Take-ons /90 | 0.08 | 0.19 | 0.50 |
| Pass accuracy | 73.1% | 68.7% | 76.4% |
Adjustment v1.1 · calibrated against 1401 league transitions + 1004 cross-league cup fixtures · methodology
Cooling: creation and ball winning down vs last season at 28.
Middle of his age group: 57th percentile for ball winning among midfielders aged 26–30.
vs midfielders aged 26–30 · 244 peers · pool pct → age band| Season | Team | League | Min | Apps | G/90 | A/90 | KP/90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | Sheffield Wednesday | Championship | 3,365 | 40 | 0.03 | 0.00 | 1.07 |
| 2024-25 | Sheffield Wednesday | Championship | 1,690 | 35 | 0.05 | 0.27 | 1.12 |
Profiles like M. Busch — midfielders with this shape at 28.
Watch the downside: progression (1st pct) is a real weakness for the role.
Reliable: form in line with his season rate — no meaningful swings.
At a career-high valuation.
Top underlying game: 0.51 xG vs Hull City, 1 goal.