Alejandro Francés

Explosive first steps useful for short recoveries. (conf 0.6)

Solid sprint speed for defensive cover but not exceptional. (conf 0.5)

Moderately agile given a lanky centre-back profile. (conf 0.5)

Consistently available and covers ground well across matches. (conf 0.6)

Comfortable receiving under pressure which helps in progression from the back. (conf 0.5)

Able to carry the ball out of defence but not a regular dribbler. (conf 0.4)

Uses body effectively to protect possession in duels. (conf 0.5)

Technically competent striking on clearances and long deliveries. (conf 0.5)

Reliable in short combinations and link-up play from the back. (conf 0.6)

Can execute accurate longer passes to switch play or find midfield. (conf 0.5)

Not typically involved in delivering crosses from wide positions. (conf 0.3)

Good peripheral awareness for initiating forward passes. (conf 0.5)

Limited involvement in scoring; not a natural finisher. (conf 0.3)

Rarely in shooting positions and tends to be conservative when shooting. (conf 0.3)

Reads runs and positions well relative to attacking movement. (conf 0.6)

Not a set-piece taker; contribution is primarily defensive on set plays. (conf 0.2)

Strong in aerial duels and reliable on defensive headers. (conf 0.6)

Solid in 1v1 ground battles and tackles. (conf 0.6)

Engages in the press but maintains a balanced, controlled approach. (conf 0.5)

Effective at intercepting and timing challenges to break up play. (conf 0.6)

Consistently well positioned to block attacks and cover space. (conf 0.7)

Keeps calm on the ball and when pressed by opponents. (conf 0.6)

Generally makes sensible choices with occasional lapses under pressure. (conf 0.6)

High activity levels and willingness to cover spaces across the pitch. (conf 0.6)

Relatively durable with few prolonged absences. (conf 0.6)

Projection to develop into a reliable top-level starter with continued progress. (conf 0.6)

Young player with growing recognition primarily at domestic level. (conf 0.4)