Alexander Sørloth

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League: LaLiga EA SportsTeam: Atlético MadridNationality: Norway
Positions:STCFAge: ~30

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Confidence: 70%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 68 / 100·Confidence 70%

Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration62

Not explosive off the mark but covers ground fine for a big striker. (conf 0.75)

Top speed68

Decent straight-line pace once in stride for a 1.95m target man. (conf 0.75)

Agility55

Functional but somewhat stiff turning in tight spaces given his frame. (conf 0.7)

Stamina70

Works hard across a full match despite a physically demanding target-man role. (conf 0.7)

Control

First touch68

Reliable touch to lay balls off and hold up play under pressure. (conf 0.7)

Dribbling52

Limited close control, relies more on strength and movement than take-ons. (conf 0.7)

Ball shielding80

Excellent at holding off defenders and bringing others into play. (conf 0.8)

Ball striking75

Powerful, clean strike of the ball from range and in the box. (conf 0.75)

Distribution

Short passing65

Competent link-up passer as a hold-up forward for onrushing runners. (conf 0.65)

Long passing50

Rarely tasked with distribution beyond simple lay-offs. (conf 0.55)

Crossing45

Not a crossing threat, operates almost exclusively as a central target. (conf 0.55)

Vision62

Good awareness for knockdowns and picking out late runners in the box. (conf 0.6)

Chance threat

Finishing78

Prolific in the air and composed with both feet in the six-yard box. (conf 0.8)

Shot selection68

Generally picks smart moments to shoot given his aerial and power profile. (conf 0.7)

Off-ball movement75

Smart runs into the channels and box to exploit crosses and cutbacks. (conf 0.75)

Set-piece shot55

Not a dead-ball taker, contributes more as an aerial target on set pieces. (conf 0.55)

Duels

Aerial90

Elite in the air, a genuine aerial weapon who scored a record RB Leipzig Bundesliga tally largely via headers and power. (conf 0.9)

Ground duels74

Strong physically, wins the majority of ground battles against defenders. (conf 0.75)

Defense

Pressing intensity62

Presses with purpose as the first line but not relentlessly high-tempo. (conf 0.6)

Defensive disruption50

Limited defensive output beyond leading the press as a forward. (conf 0.55)

Defensive positioning50

Positions to start pressing triggers rather than deep defensive work. (conf 0.5)

Mental

Composure72

Calm finisher in the box, rarely rattled in front of goal. (conf 0.7)

Decision making68

Sound choices in hold-up play and when to attack crosses. (conf 0.65)

Work rate75

Puts in consistent defensive and pressing effort for a target striker. (conf 0.7)

Resilience

Injury reliability68

Generally available season to season with only occasional knocks. (conf 0.65)

Outlook

Potential55

Now past 30, likely near his peak output with modest further upside. (conf 0.6)

Reputation68

Well known in Europe as Norway's target man and a prolific Bundesliga scorer. (conf 0.7)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Alexander Sørloth is a towering Norwegian target man now leading the line for Atlético Madrid in LaLiga, prized for his aerial dominance and physical hold-up play. He built his reputation with a prolific loan spell at RB Leipzig, where his heading ability and finishing produced one of the most productive Bundesliga seasons by a forward in years, before further raising his profile at Villarreal. At Atlético he offers Diego Simeone a genuine focal point who can win knockdowns, occupy center-backs, and finish crosses with either foot or head. He remains a mainstay of the Norway national team alongside Erling Haaland, often deployed as a foil or alternative attacking presence.

Enjoyed a prolific goal-scoring season in the Bundesliga with RB Leipzig, with his aerial ability a key strength.

Regular starter for the Norway national team, often playing alongside Erling Haaland in attack.

Known as one of the most physically dominant aerial threats among strikers in LaLiga.

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