Sets the tempo and moves the orchestra.
Output is real: finishing sits in line with xG.
Balanced sources: 68% open play, 32% set pieces.
Shows up against the best — output holds against top-third opponents.
| Stat | Top third | Middle | Bottom third |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 10 | 8 | 9 |
| Tackles /90 | 1.11 | 1.07 | 2.23 |
| Interceptions /90 | 0.79 | 0.21 | 0.86 |
| Key passes /90 | 1.43 | 0.64 | 1.89 |
| Take-ons /90 | 0.63 | 1.28 | 1.20 |
| Pass accuracy | 86.5% | 81.7% | 83.3% |
Ahead of his age group: 87th percentile for control among midfielders aged 25–29.
vs midfielders aged 25–29 · 261 peers · pool pct → age bandProfiles like Caio Paulista — midfielders with this shape at 27.
Watch the downside: finishing (14th 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: 0.20 xG vs Alaves.