André Silva

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League: LaLiga EA SportsTeam: ElcheNationality: Portugal
Positions:STAge: ~30

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€3.8m€14.3m
Confidence: 66%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 71 / 100·Confidence 66%

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

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration72

Decent burst off the mark but not a game-breaking sprinter. (conf 0.7)

Top speed73

Enough pace to run in behind against LaLiga backlines. (conf 0.65)

Agility71

Turns well in tight boxes to create shooting angles. (conf 0.65)

Stamina68

Works a full 90 but not known as a relentless engine. (conf 0.6)

Control

First touch78

Clean control lets him take shots in one motion under pressure. (conf 0.75)

Dribbling66

Functional take-on ability, more link than dribbler in tight spaces. (conf 0.6)

Ball shielding74

Strong frame holds off defenders to bring others into play. (conf 0.65)

Ball striking79

Hits a clean, powerful ball from range and on the volley. (conf 0.75)

Distribution

Short passing70

Reliable lay-offs and combination play in the final third. (conf 0.6)

Long passing55

Rarely tasked with switching play as a central striker. (conf 0.5)

Crossing48

Minimal crossing output given his central striker role. (conf 0.5)

Vision68

Spots layoffs and knockdowns for supporting runners. (conf 0.6)

Chance threat

Finishing83

Prolific poacher with both feet and a proven scoring record in top leagues. (conf 0.8)

Shot selection76

Generally picks smart moments to shoot rather than force it. (conf 0.7)

Off-ball movement80

Sharp near-post and blindside runs get him into scoring positions. (conf 0.75)

Set-piece shot65

Occasional penalty-taking duties but not a dead-ball specialist. (conf 0.55)

Duels

Aerial77

Good leap and timing make him a threat on crosses and set pieces. (conf 0.7)

Ground duels70

Uses strength to win physical battles with center-backs. (conf 0.6)

Defense

Pressing intensity62

Presses in bursts rather than sustaining constant pressure. (conf 0.55)

Defensive disruption50

Limited defensive contribution typical of a target-man striker. (conf 0.45)

Defensive positioning48

Stays advanced and rarely tracks back deep. (conf 0.45)

Mental

Composure78

Stays calm in one-on-ones and converts under pressure. (conf 0.75)

Decision making72

Generally efficient with touches in the box. (conf 0.65)

Work rate65

Puts in effort without being a pressing machine. (conf 0.55)

Resilience

Injury reliability60

Has dealt with periodic muscle and fitness issues over his career. (conf 0.55)

Outlook

Potential45

Now in his 30s, largely at the tail end of his prime scoring years. (conf 0.55)

Reputation68

Known across Europe from Milan, Frankfurt and RB Leipzig spells and Portugal caps. (conf 0.65)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

André Silva is a Portuguese target man and penalty-box finisher whose game is built on sharp movement, aerial threat and clinical finishing rather than dribbling flair. He built his reputation with AC Milan before productive spells at Eintracht Frankfurt and RB Leipzig, and a run of caps for the Portugal national team. Now with Elche in LaLiga, he offers experienced goal-scoring instincts and physical presence up front for a side fighting in Spain's top flight.

Came through Porto's academy before moving to AC Milan in 2017.

Enjoyed a prolific scoring season with Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga.

Has earned multiple caps for the Portugal national team.

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