For a natural midfielder converted into a centre-back role, his pace is surprisingly solid. He covers space well when defending counters and doesn’t feel stiff when turning.

This is one of his standout strengths compared to traditional CBs. His passing range is comfortable, especially when building from the back.

His tackling is strong and assertive. Standing tackles feel powerful, and he can step into passing lanes confidently.

He’s built to compete. Shoulder-to-shoulder battles usually go in his favor, and he can bully lighter attackers off the ball.

Dives Into Tackles Trait, this trait makes him aggressive in defensive situations. He commits strongly to challenges and can produce crucial last-ditch tackles when needed.