Steps out and wins it. Again. And again.
Output is real: finishing sits in line with xG.
Steady across opponent tiers — no big drop against the top third.
| Stat | Top third | Middle | Bottom third |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 9 | 4 | 7 |
| Tackles /90 | 0.56 | 1.51 | 1.29 |
| Interceptions /90 | 1.24 | 1.21 | 2.14 |
| Blocks /90 | 1.91 | 0.91 | 1.00 |
| Duels won /90 | 3.38 | 3.62 | 4.00 |
| Pass accuracy | 91.3% | 92.2% | 89.9% |
Adjustment v1.1 · calibrated against 1401 league transitions + 1004 cross-league cup fixtures · methodology
Ahead of his age group: 78th percentile for ball winning among defenders aged 26–30.
vs defenders aged 26–30 · 258 peers · pool pct → age bandProfiles like Catena — defenders with this shape at 28.
Watch the downside: aerial (1st 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: 0.75 xG vs Galatasaray, 1 goal.