AZ · NetherlandsSCOUTING SUMMARY
Defensive centre-back who protects central space, controls direct service and provides security behind the press.
PLAYING STYLEReceives across the first line, circulates with purpose and uses positioning to reduce the number of emergency defensive actions.
FM26 TACTICAL FITUse as a Central Defender on defend in a back four or the central stopper in a back three. Keep midfield distances compact and let a more progressive partner assume greater build-up risk.
A high-level central defender assessed for space control, duel security and contribution during the first phase of possession.
STRENGTHSAnticipation; positioning; defensive timing.
RISKSA highly expansive assignment can expose the player outside his strongest defensive reference points, especially when nearby cover is delayed.
DEVELOPMENT AREASImprove consistency when defending space, controlling the back-post zone and selecting the correct level of progression under pressure.
OUTLOOKHigh-upside FM26 profile with immediate squad value and substantial room to grow in a well-matched role.
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