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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Compact and quick over short distances but not an explosive athlete. (conf 0.6)
Limited top-end pace, relies on positioning rather than recovery speed. (conf 0.6)
Low centre of gravity lets him turn sharply away from pressure in tight areas. (conf 0.65)
Covers ground steadily across a match though injuries have limited sustained minutes. (conf 0.55)
Control
Cushions the ball cleanly under pressure, a hallmark of his Chelsea academy technique. (conf 0.75)
Comfortable carrying the ball out of midfield with tight close control. (conf 0.65)
Uses body positioning well but his small frame limits physical shielding against bigger midfielders. (conf 0.55)
Can strike a clean shot from range though it is not a frequent weapon. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Crisp, accurate distribution that keeps tempo high in tight central areas. (conf 0.75)
Capable of switching play but favours quicker, shorter combinations. (conf 0.6)
Rarely delivers crosses given his deep central role. (conf 0.5)
Scans well and picks progressive passing lanes through midfield lines. (conf 0.7)
Chance threat
Not a natural goalscorer, contributes sparingly from midfield. (conf 0.5)
Generally picks sensible moments to shoot rather than forcing efforts. (conf 0.5)
Finds pockets of space to receive but not a major attacking threat off the ball. (conf 0.55)
Not a primary set-piece taker at club level. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Small stature makes him a limited presence in aerial duels. (conf 0.6)
Tenacious in tackles relative to his size, wins the ball through timing. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Energetic presser who closes passing lanes in central zones. (conf 0.55)
Reads passing lanes to intercept but lacks physical dominance to disrupt bigger opponents. (conf 0.5)
Disciplined positioning as a deep-lying midfielder shields the back line well. (conf 0.6)
Mental
Rarely rattled on the ball even under tight pressure in Serie A midfields. (conf 0.65)
Efficient in choosing the simple, effective pass to maintain possession. (conf 0.65)
Consistently diligent in tracking back and supporting both phases of play. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
History of significant injury spells including a serious knee issue has limited his availability. (conf 0.6)
Outlook
Mid-20s technician whose ceiling is now more about consistency than further growth. (conf 0.5)
Well known in Scotland and English football circles, less prominent since leaving the Premier League. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Billy Gilmour is a Scottish central midfielder now at Napoli, known for his tidy first touch, sharp turning ability in tight spaces, and metronomic short passing developed through Chelsea's academy. A deep-lying playmaker rather than a physical ball-winner, he dictates tempo through composure and vision more than duels. His career has been shaped by talent flashes at Chelsea and steady performances at Brighton, tempered by injury setbacks that have disrupted his continuity.
Produced a widely praised man-of-the-match performance for Chelsea against Liverpool in the FA Cup as a teenager.
Established himself as a regular for Scotland's national team after coming through Chelsea's youth academy.
Moved to Brighton where he became a consistent Premier League midfielder before joining Napoli.