While Saelemaekers has a four-star left foot, it can be a slight limitation for someone who naturally plays on the right side. As a right midfielder, he may struggle to cross or finish effectively with his weaker left foot, making him somewhat predictable when attacking from that side. This is why his skill set suits the left flank more, where he can use his stronger right foot to cut inside and shoot.

Another noticeable downside is his stamina. He tends to fade as matches go on, which reduces his explosiveness and overall contribution late in games.

Lastly, while his finishing is decent, it’s not as consistent as top-tier wingers or forwards.