Vitinha, the brains behind PSG’s play: clear statistical dominance | OneFootball

Vitinha (25 years old, midfielder) has established himself at Paris Saint-Germain as the player who averaged the most touches per game last season in Ligue 1, with 118 touches per match according to Paris Stats Germain. Behind him, Achraf Hakimi (26 years old, defender) and Lucas Hernandez (29 years old, defender) complete this trio of leaders in game circulation. This statistical dominance highlights Vitinha's key role in PSG's organization.

Last season, Vitinha was the true metronome of Paris Saint-Germain. With nearly 118 touches on average per match, he established himself as the main link in Parisian play, even surpassing defenders like Hakimi (107) and Hernandez (105), who are usually more involved in the build-up. Hernandez played less, which can put his presence on the podium into perspective in this area. For Vitinha, this volume illustrates the evolution of the game plan under Luis Enrique, aiming to establish technical dominance through possession.

Vitinha is not just a link player: his pass success rate (over 94%) and active participation in offensive construction make him an irreplaceable asset. His ability to make himself available between the lines, accelerate transition phases, and dictate the tempo gives PSG a game structure that is difficult to counter. This choice to make him the core of the setup largely explains the club's ability to impose its rhythm against most opponents in the championship.

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