Passing is very good, with reliable short passes, long balls, and solid crossing.

Good pace for a CM, allowing him to do overlapping runs when needed.

Stamina is excellent, letting him play box-to-box for the entire match.

Finishing is decent & Shooting feels really good with his strong foot.

Long Shot Taker trait boosts his shooting threat from distance.

Ball control is good, while dribbling is decent enough for a defensive role.

Physically dominant with his 6'4 height, making him very strong in duels.

Defending is top-class for a midfielder, with strong tackling and ball-winning ability.

Man marking and interceptions are very effective.

Defensive positioning is excellent, especially in deeper areas.

Can play as a CDM with no OVR drop, and he fits that role better than CM.

His awareness, aggression, and passing make him a solid defensive midfield option.

Helps a lot in duels, ball recovery, and stopping counters.