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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 recovery pace lets him cover in behind and win footraces against forwards. (conf 0.7)
Genuine speed is a core part of his defensive profile at centre-back. (conf 0.7)
Turns and adjusts body shape well when tracking runners in transition. (conf 0.65)
Copes with a high-intensity Premier League defensive workload across 90 minutes. (conf 0.6)
Control
Clean enough control to carry the ball out from deep under light pressure. (conf 0.6)
Comfortable carrying the ball forward but not a primary ball-progressor by dribble. (conf 0.55)
Uses frame to hold off strikers when shepherding the ball out of play. (conf 0.55)
Passing power is functional rather than a standout long-range weapon. (conf 0.45)
Distribution
Reliable in build-up, comfortable playing out from the back under a press. (conf 0.65)
Can hit switches of play though not a specialist range passer. (conf 0.5)
Rarely delivers crosses from a centre-back role. (conf 0.4)
Reads passing lanes forward reasonably well when stepping into midfield. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Occasional set-piece presence but minimal end product as a defender. (conf 0.4)
Very limited attacking output means little to judge shot choices on. (conf 0.35)
Positions sensibly for set-piece attacking duties without being a real threat. (conf 0.45)
Not used as a dead-ball taker at club level. (conf 0.35)
Duels
Competes well in the air for a centre-back of his size and athleticism. (conf 0.65)
Aggressive, front-footed tackler who wins a strong share of one-on-ones. (conf 0.7)
Defense
Steps out of the back line eagerly to close down attackers. (conf 0.6)
Reads interceptions well and is proactive breaking up opposition attacks. (conf 0.65)
Generally sound in a back four though can be caught high stepping out. (conf 0.6)
Mental
Mostly assured on the ball but has had occasional lapses under pressure. (conf 0.55)
Judgement on when to engage versus hold is solid for his age and experience. (conf 0.55)
Energetic defender who tracks back and covers ground consistently. (conf 0.6)
Resilience
Has generally stayed available with no history of chronic injury issues. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
Mid-20s centre-back with room to keep developing as a Premier League regular. (conf 0.55)
Established French international known within the league but not yet a global name. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Bafodé Diakité is a quick, athletic centre-back now with Bournemouth in the Premier League after making his name at Lille, where his pace and aggressive duelling made him one of Ligue 1's most sought-after young defenders. He is comfortable stepping into midfield to press and carrying the ball out from the back, complementing his recovery speed against in-behind runs. A French youth international who has featured around the senior squad picture, he offers a modern, front-footed defensive profile suited to a possession-based system.
Rose through Toulouse's academy before establishing himself as a first-choice centre-back at Lille.
Known for his recovery pace and willingness to step aggressively out of the back line to press.