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 | 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Tackles /90 | 2.63 | 2.49 | 1.64 |
| Interceptions /90 | 0.72 | 0.36 | 0.82 |
| Key passes /90 | 1.19 | 2.13 | 0.41 |
| Take-ons /90 | 0.72 | 0.36 | 0.82 |
| Pass accuracy | 84.6% | 84.3% | 88.7% |
Adjustment v1.1 · calibrated against 1401 league transitions + 1004 cross-league cup fixtures · methodology
Rising: control and involvement up sharply vs last season — and he's doing it at 20.
Elite for his age: 97th percentile for control among U21 midfielders.
vs U21 midfielders · 59 peers · pool pct → age band| Season | Team | League | Min | Apps | G/90 | A/90 | KP/90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | Swansea | Championship | 1,048 | 33 | 0.09 | 0.17 | 1.12 |
| 2024-25 | Sturm Graz | UEFA Champions League | 621 | 8 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 1.01 |
Profiles like Mateus Fernandes — midfielders with this shape at 20.
Watch the downside: progression (33rd pct) is a real weakness for the role.
Reliable: form in line with his season rate — no meaningful swings.
Rising asset — up 180% over the last year.
| Date | From | To | Fee | Market value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | Swansea | Brighton | free | €14M |
| Aug 2025 | Brighton | Swansea | free | €17M |
| Jun 2025 | Sturm Graz | Brighton | free | €17M |
| Aug 2024 | Brighton | Sturm Graz | free | €5.0M |
| Jul 2024 | IFK Göteborg | Brighton | €7.0M | €5.0M |
| Feb 2024 | ASEC Mimosas | IFK Göteborg | — | — |
Top underlying game: 0.47 xG vs Preston.