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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Quick over short distances when driving into midfield gaps. (conf 0.65)
Solid straight-line pace for a box-to-box central midfielder. (conf 0.6)
Nimble in tight areas, able to turn away from pressure. (conf 0.6)
Covers ground relentlessly across 90 minutes as a box-to-box runner. (conf 0.7)
Control
Generally clean control under pressure though not the smoothest technician. (conf 0.6)
Can carry the ball through midfield lines with purpose. (conf 0.6)
Strong frame lets him protect the ball well against pressing midfielders. (conf 0.65)
Possesses a powerful, accurate strike from distance. (conf 0.65)
Distribution
Reliable in tight combinations to keep possession moving. (conf 0.6)
Capable of switching play though not his primary strength. (conf 0.55)
Rarely delivers from wide areas given his central role. (conf 0.45)
Shows good awareness to find late runners from deep. (conf 0.55)
Chance threat
Arrives late in the box with a knack for scoring from midfield. (conf 0.6)
Sometimes overambitious with long-range efforts. (conf 0.55)
Times late box arrivals well, a signature of his game. (conf 0.6)
Occasional set-piece contributor but not a dedicated taker. (conf 0.5)
Duels
Competes reasonably in the air for a midfielder his size. (conf 0.55)
Combative and physically imposing in one-on-one battles. (conf 0.65)
Defense
Presses aggressively and closes down passing lanes with energy. (conf 0.65)
Wins the ball back through timely tackles and interceptions. (conf 0.65)
Still refining discipline in holding shape between lines. (conf 0.55)
Mental
Generally composed but can be rash in decisive moments. (conf 0.55)
Effective in transition though occasionally impulsive on the ball. (conf 0.55)
Tireless engine who covers every blade of grass. (conf 0.7)
Resilience
Has dealt with a notable knee injury earlier in his career. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
Young Brazilian international with a high ceiling as a box-to-box eight. (conf 0.6)
Known within Chelsea's circle and Brazil youth ranks but not yet a global star. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Andrey Santos is a powerful, energetic Brazilian box-to-box midfielder known for his combative ground duels, late runs into the box, and eye for a long-range strike. Signed by Chelsea from Vasco da Gama, he spent loan spells at Strasbourg and Nottingham Forest to gain first-team experience while Chelsea's midfield stayed crowded. He offers a rare blend of defensive bite and goal-scoring instinct from deep positions, projecting as a future regular in a top-five league.
Part of Chelsea's high-profile South American recruitment drive alongside other Brazilian and Argentine signings.
Gained senior loan experience including a spell in Ligue 1 with Strasbourg.