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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Explosive first few steps let him beat full-backs on the outside in transition. (conf 0.75)
Genuine pace threat in behind, one of his clearest physical tools. (conf 0.75)
Comfortable changing direction to cut inside from the right flank. (conf 0.65)
Covers the width repeatedly for Frankfurt's high-press system. (conf 0.6)
Control
Generally clean control at pace though can be rushed under pressure. (conf 0.6)
Direct, effective one-on-one dribbler exploiting his speed advantage. (conf 0.65)
Modest physical presence limits his ability to hold off bigger defenders. (conf 0.5)
Can strike a clean ball but not a standout power finisher. (conf 0.5)
Distribution
Reliable in combination play down the flank with overlapping full-backs. (conf 0.55)
Occasional switches of play but not a primary passing outlet. (conf 0.5)
Whips in dangerous low crosses from the right after driving to the byline. (conf 0.6)
Solid awareness of runners but not an elite creative playmaker. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Chips in occasional goals but finishing remains a developing part of his game. (conf 0.55)
Sometimes forces low-percentage shots rather than squaring the ball. (conf 0.5)
Times runs in behind well to stretch defensive lines on the counter. (conf 0.6)
Not a designated set-piece taker at club level. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Slight frame makes him a limited aerial threat despite decent leap. (conf 0.45)
Wins a fair share of duels thanks to quickness and low centre of gravity. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Energetic front-foot presser fitting Frankfurt's aggressive out-of-possession structure. (conf 0.6)
Contributes defensively as a winger without being a specialist disruptor. (conf 0.5)
Tracks back diligently though positional discipline is inconsistent. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Generally settled on the ball but can rush decisions in the final third. (conf 0.5)
Sound game reading, occasionally over-dribbles instead of releasing early. (conf 0.5)
Known for tireless up-and-down effort along the right flank. (conf 0.65)
Resilience
Has had stretches of fitness issues but no major long-term injury history. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
Mid-20s wide forward with room to sharpen end product rather than explosive upside. (conf 0.55)
Known Bundesliga winger and Germany youth international, not yet a household name. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Ansgar Knauff is a pacey right-sided attacker for Eintracht Frankfurt who thrives running in behind defenses and delivering crosses from the byline. Developed through Borussia Dortmund's academy, he had a loan spell at Frankfurt before joining permanently, becoming a regular contributor to the club's Bundesliga and European campaigns. His game is built on speed and work rate more than end product, and he remains a squad player still working to add consistency in front of goal.
Product of the Borussia Dortmund youth academy who made his senior breakthrough there.
Joined Eintracht Frankfurt on loan before the move was made permanent.
Part of Eintracht Frankfurt's Europa League-winning squad in 2022.
Represented Germany at youth international level.