Michael Essien

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Michael Essien is a powerful and defensively solid CDM who brings immense physical presence and balance to the midfield.

His tackling, both standing and sliding, is excellent, allowing him to win the ball cleanly and consistently in duels.

He has outstanding strength and aggression, making it very difficult for opponents to muscle past him.

His positioning and defensive awareness are sharp, enabling him to cut passing lanes and shield the backline effectively.

Essien’s stamina is excellent, allowing him to maintain intensity throughout the match and cover large areas of the pitch.

His short passing and composure are reliable, helping maintain possession under pressure and distribute the ball safely.

He also has solid pace for a CDM, which aids in recovery runs and closing down space quickly.

Contras

He has 3-star skill moves, restricting his dribbling creativity when advancing or under pressure.

While his passing is decent, his long passing and vision are not at the level of more advanced playmaking CDMs.

He does not possess the Playmaker trait, which might be a limitation in more attack-oriented midfield setups.

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Veredicto final

Michael Essien is a physically dominant and defensively disciplined CDM ideal for teams needing a ball-winner and enforcer in midfield. His tackling, strength, and stamina make him a highly reliable presence in front of the defense. Although he lacks flair and elite passing range, his defensive consistency and work rate make him a top-tier option in holding midfield roles.