Bertrand Traoré

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League: Premier LeagueTeam: SunderlandNationality: Burkina Faso
Positions:RWLWSTAMAge: ~30

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Confidence: 55%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 67 / 100·Confidence 55%

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

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration78

Quick first few yards to burst past full-backs on the counter. (conf 0.7)

Top speed76

Good straight-line pace though has lost a step since his prime years. (conf 0.65)

Agility76

Comfortable shifting direction to cut inside from the right wing. (conf 0.65)

Stamina68

Can fade defensively over 90 minutes at a demanding Premier League tempo. (conf 0.5)

Control

First touch76

Clean touch under pressure allows him to keep possession in tight areas. (conf 0.65)

Dribbling78

Direct, tricky dribbler who likes to isolate defenders one-on-one. (conf 0.7)

Ball shielding62

Slight frame limits his ability to hold off physical Premier League defenders. (conf 0.5)

Ball striking74

Capable of hitting a clean, powerful shot from range when set. (conf 0.6)

Distribution

Short passing70

Reliable in combination play though not a primary creator. (conf 0.55)

Long passing58

Rarely tasked with switching play; a modest facet of his game. (conf 0.45)

Crossing65

Delivers occasional dangerous crosses but prefers cutting inside to shoot. (conf 0.5)

Vision66

Can pick out a teammate in transition though not a chief playmaker. (conf 0.5)

Chance threat

Finishing72

Proven double-figure goal threat from wide areas across his career. (conf 0.6)

Shot selection65

Sometimes forces low-percentage shots when a better pass is on. (conf 0.5)

Off-ball movement73

Finds pockets between the lines to receive and attack space in behind. (conf 0.6)

Set-piece shot55

Not a designated set-piece taker, contributing little from dead balls. (conf 0.4)

Duels

Aerial50

Limited aerial threat given his slight build and wide-forward profile. (conf 0.4)

Ground duels66

Wins a fair share of ground duels through quick feet and low centre of gravity. (conf 0.5)

Defense

Pressing intensity62

Presses when in form but intensity can be inconsistent match to match. (conf 0.5)

Defensive disruption50

Contributes little defensively, more focused on attacking output. (conf 0.4)

Defensive positioning50

Basic tracking discipline but not a defensively minded winger. (conf 0.4)

Mental

Composure71

Experienced across Ligue 1, Premier League and international football stays calm in big moments. (conf 0.6)

Decision making66

Generally sound choices though can be wasteful in the final third. (conf 0.5)

Work rate65

Puts in effort but not renowned as a tireless two-way winger. (conf 0.5)

Resilience

Injury reliability60

Has had stretches of fitness issues though largely available in recent seasons. (conf 0.5)

Outlook

Potential48

Approaching his 30s, likely near his ceiling with limited further upside. (conf 0.5)

Reputation62

Well known from Chelsea academy roots, Lyon and Aston Villa spells, and Burkina Faso captaincy. (conf 0.55)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Bertrand Traoré is a Burkina Faso international winger known for his direct dribbling, sharp acceleration and ability to cut in from the right flank to shoot or combine. Developed through Chelsea's academy before spells at Ajax, Lyon and Aston Villa, he brings Premier League and European experience to newly promoted Sunderland. He remains a live outlet in transition, though his defensive contribution and physical duels are the weaker parts of his game.

Came through Chelsea's academy before making his name on loan at Ajax and then at Lyon.

Has long been a regular for the Burkina Faso national team, including at Africa Cup of Nations tournaments.

Spent several seasons in the Premier League with Aston Villa after his move from Lyon.

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