Ainsley Maitland-Niles

League: Ligue 1Team: LyonNationality: England
Positions:RBLBDMCMRMLMage:~28

Estimated market value (beta)

€76.0m€148.5m
Confidence: 71%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
x̄(w) = 74.3 / 100 · Confidence = 71%

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration83

Explosive first steps allow him to separate in tight channels and recover defensively. (conf 0.78)

Top speed87

Notable straight-line pace when breaking forward or tracking runners. (conf 0.79)

Agility82

Light on his feet with quick directional changes in 1v1s. (conf 0.75)

Stamina83

Covers ground up and down the flank or in midfield across full matches. (conf 0.73)

Control

First touch76

Generally clean control, occasional loose receipt under heavy pressure. (conf 0.72)

Dribbling77

Direct carrier who can eliminate with pace more than tricks. (conf 0.72)

Ball shielding74

Uses body well on the half-turn, though not a dominant protector. (conf 0.7)

Ball striking70

Solid technique for driven passes and shots without standout power or curl. (conf 0.68)

Distribution

Short passing78

Secure in combinations; quick, simple circulation under pressure. (conf 0.74)

Long passing73

Capable switches and diagonals but with variable accuracy. (conf 0.69)

Crossing70

Serviceable deliveries on the run; consistency can fluctuate. (conf 0.7)

Vision72

Sees straightforward lanes; less incisive on defense-splitting passes. (conf 0.69)

Chance threat

Finishing65

Occasional composed finishes but not a frequent goal threat from open play. (conf 0.67)

Shot selection68

Typically restrained; picks moments but can settle for low-value efforts. (conf 0.67)

Off-ball movement75

Intelligent underlapping and back-post runs; timing is decent. (conf 0.71)

Set-piece shot50

Rarely a direct set-piece taker. (conf 0.62)

Duels

Aerial63

Competent in duels but not a major aerial presence. (conf 0.66)

Ground duels78

Wins his share through speed and timing; comfortable 1v1 defender. (conf 0.74)

Defense

Pressing intensity80

Active presser with repeat sprints and good closing angles. (conf 0.73)

Defensive disruption74

Uses reach and mobility to poke balls free and intercept. (conf 0.71)

Defensive positioning72

Versatility helps, though occasional lapses in tracking and cover. (conf 0.7)

Mental

Composure82

Calm under pressure, especially in tight build-up and high-leverage moments. (conf 0.78)

Decision making70

Sound in simple actions; can be conservative or hesitant in final third. (conf 0.69)

Work rate82

Reliable engine with willingness to fill multiple roles in a match. (conf 0.73)

Resilience

Injury reliability72

Some interruptions historically but generally available. (conf 0.66)

Outlook

Potential76

Prime-age player; ceiling tied to end-product and consistency improvements. (conf 0.7)

Reputation74

Well-known for versatility at top-flight level with international recognition. (conf 0.72)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Versatile, athletic and composed, he comfortably toggles between full-back and midfield roles. He thrives in up-tempo games, using pace and balance to carry the ball past pressure and recover defensively. On the ball he favors clean, simple circulation and calm decisions rather than high-risk creativity.

Once played multiple positions in a single match, switching seamlessly as tactical needs changed.

Known for taking pressure penalties with a notably relaxed run-up and demeanor.

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