Holding midfielder who screens the centre, controls second balls and stabilises the team behind attacks.
PLAYING STYLEOffers beneath the ball, scans before receiving and protects the central counterattacking lane when teammates move forward.
FM26 TACTICAL FITUse as an Anchor or Defensive Midfielder on defend at the base of a 4-3-3. Allow the number eights to advance while preserving central protection and second-ball control.
A high-level holding midfielder assessed for central protection, progression and control of defensive transitions.
RISKSA highly expansive assignment can expose the player outside his strongest defensive reference points, especially when nearby cover is delayed.
DEVELOPMENT AREASContinue improving scanning speed, body orientation and the timing of progression against an organised central press.
OUTLOOKProven high-level FM26 option offering immediate first-team value in a role aligned with his established strengths.
FM26 SYSTEM FIT
How to use Denis Zakaria
Use as an Anchor or Defensive Midfielder on defend at the base of a 4-3-3. Allow the number eights to advance while preserving central protection and second-ball control.
PRIMARY SYSTEMCompact block / controlled riskSUGGESTED ROLEDefensive Midfielder · SupportKEY TEAM INSTRUCTIONProtect central space first and keep the surrounding structure disciplined.