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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Left-footed centre-back with decent recovery pace for the position. (conf 0.5)
Enough straight-line speed to cover in behind at Championship/Premier League tempo. (conf 0.5)
Reasonable turning ability though not a standout athletic trait. (conf 0.45)
Holds up over 90 minutes as expected of a young top-flight defender. (conf 0.45)
Control
Clean enough control to bring the ball down under pressure from deep. (conf 0.45)
Limited ball-carrying instinct, prioritises safety over progression. (conf 0.45)
Uses frame adequately to protect the ball against onrushing forwards. (conf 0.45)
Not known as a long-range or set-piece striker of the ball. (conf 0.4)
Distribution
Comfortable playing out from the back as a left-sided centre-back. (conf 0.5)
Occasional switches of play but not a primary distributor threat. (conf 0.45)
Rarely asked to deliver crosses from a central defensive role. (conf 0.35)
Reads passing lanes adequately for a developing defender. (conf 0.45)
Chance threat
Minimal goal threat, not a factor at either box in attack. (conf 0.35)
Almost never shoots given his defensive remit. (conf 0.35)
Positions sensibly relative to teammates when defending as a unit. (conf 0.4)
Not utilised as a set-piece taker at club level. (conf 0.35)
Duels
Solid in the air for his frame, a reliable outlet at both boxes. (conf 0.5)
Competes well in tackles, left-footedness aids his defensive angles. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Engages promptly when Sunderland press from the back line. (conf 0.45)
Timely interventions and interceptions from left centre-back. (conf 0.45)
Generally sound shape, still refining game management at this level. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Largely calm under pressure though can be tested by top-flight forwards. (conf 0.45)
Sensible choices in possession, occasional lapses against elite opponents. (conf 0.45)
Consistent defensive effort and application across matches. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
Has had injury-interrupted spells earlier in his career. (conf 0.45)
Outlook
Mid-20s left-footed centre-back still with room to establish himself in the top flight. (conf 0.5)
Known within English lower-to-mid tier circles, not yet a wide name. (conf 0.45)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Aji Alese is a left-footed English centre-back who came through West Ham United's academy before finding regular first-team football away from the club, eventually joining Sunderland. He is a composed, defensively-oriented player comfortable building from the back on his favoured left side, well suited to a back three or as the left-sided centre-back in a back four. At Sunderland he offers a young, developing option as the club navigates life in the Premier League.