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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Quick over short distances when driving into space from midfield. (conf 0.55)
Decent but not standout straight-line pace for a box-to-box profile. (conf 0.5)
Comfortable turning away from pressure in tight central areas. (conf 0.55)
Covers ground repeatedly across box-to-box midfield shifts. (conf 0.55)
Control
Reliable touch that lets him carry play under pressure. (conf 0.55)
Likes to carry the ball through midfield lines and beat a man. (conf 0.55)
Uses body reasonably well but not a physical bully in midfield. (conf 0.5)
Capable of hitting clean shots from range with either foot support. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Tidy combination play typical of a technical Portuguese-schooled midfielder. (conf 0.55)
Can switch play adequately though not a primary distributor. (conf 0.5)
Limited output from wide areas given his central role. (conf 0.45)
Spots late runs and threading passes into the box. (conf 0.55)
Chance threat
Known for chipping in with goals arriving late into the box. (conf 0.55)
Occasionally shoots from difficult angles when driving forward. (conf 0.5)
Times late runs into the box well for a central midfielder. (conf 0.55)
Not a primary dead-ball taker at club level. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Modest aerial threat given a slighter midfield build. (conf 0.45)
Competes reasonably in midfield battles without being a duel specialist. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Engages in coordinated pressing typical of modern midfield roles. (conf 0.5)
Contributes defensively but is more attack-minded overall. (conf 0.45)
Positioning adequate though attacking instincts take priority. (conf 0.45)
Mental
Generally calm on the ball in advanced midfield areas. (conf 0.55)
Sound choices balancing carrying, passing and shooting. (conf 0.5)
Puts in consistent shifts across both boxes. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
No major injury history of note in recent seasons. (conf 0.45)
Outlook
Mid-20s midfielder likely near his ceiling in a Süper Lig role. (conf 0.5)
Known within Portuguese and Turkish football circles, not globally prominent. (conf 0.5)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Afonso Sousa is a Portuguese central midfielder now playing for Samsunspor in the Trendyol Süper Lig after making his name at Slavia Prague. He is a technical, attack-minded box-to-box player who likes to carry the ball through midfield, combine in tight areas, and arrive late into the penalty box for goals. His profile leans more toward progressive ball-carrying and end product than defensive solidity.