Never stops, never misses — the team's pulse.
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 | 8 | 8 | 4 |
| Tackles /90 | 1.94 | 1.56 | 1.07 |
| Interceptions /90 | 1.78 | 1.56 | 1.07 |
| Key passes /90 | 0.32 | 0.89 | 1.07 |
| Take-ons /90 | 0.32 | 0.22 | 0.54 |
| Pass accuracy | 87.9% | 88.9% | 88.4% |
Adjustment v1.1 · calibrated against 1401 league transitions + 1004 cross-league cup fixtures · methodology
Elite among his peers: 99th percentile for control among midfielders aged 29–33.
vs midfielders aged 29–33 · 161 peers · pool pct → age bandProfiles like Eric García — midfielders with this shape at 31.
Watch the downside: take-ons (16th pct) is a real weakness for the role.
Reliable: form in line with his season rate — no meaningful swings.
Value sliding — down 69% over the last year.
Top underlying game: 0.73 xG vs Real Betis, 1 goal.