Steps out and wins it. Again. And again.
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 | 5 | 7 |
| Tackles /90 | 2.59 | 0.69 | 2.39 |
| Interceptions /90 | 1.53 | 2.31 | 1.91 |
| Blocks /90 | 0.59 | 0.69 | 0.00 |
| Duels won /90 | 6.00 | 4.38 | 5.09 |
| Pass accuracy | 83.4% | 86.8% | 89.3% |
Adjustment v1.1 · calibrated against 1401 league transitions + 1004 cross-league cup fixtures · methodology
Elite among his peers: 99th percentile for ball winning among defenders aged 25–29.
vs defenders aged 25–29 · 275 peers · pool pct → age bandProfiles like J. Tanganga — defenders with this shape at 27.
Watch the downside: aerial (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.