AFC Bournemouth · ScotlandSCOUTING SUMMARY
Holding midfielder who screens the centre, controls second balls and stabilises the team behind attacks.
PLAYING STYLEControls the zone ahead of the centre-backs, recycles possession and chooses the moment to play beyond the first pressure line.
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.
STRENGTHSAnticipation; work rate; positioning; ball recovery.
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.
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