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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Reasonable recovery pace typical of a young Eredivisie center-back. (conf 0.35)
Adequate straight-line speed to cover behind an Eredivisie backline. (conf 0.35)
Turns and adjusts body shape acceptably for a developing centre-back. (conf 0.35)
Holds up over 90 minutes at a competitive Dutch top-flight level. (conf 0.35)
Control
Generally clean control befitting AZ's possession-based development system. (conf 0.35)
Limited carrying instinct expected from a young stopper still learning the position. (conf 0.3)
Uses frame reasonably to protect the ball under pressure at this level. (conf 0.3)
Unremarkable long-range striking ability for a center-back profile. (conf 0.3)
Distribution
Comfortable in AZ's build-up-heavy structure that demands tidy passing from defenders. (conf 0.35)
Passable range but not yet a standout distributor of the ball. (conf 0.3)
Rarely involved in crossing duties as a central defender. (conf 0.3)
Developing awareness of teammates' movement typical of a young centre-back. (conf 0.3)
Chance threat
Minimal attacking output expected from a defensive-minded centre-back. (conf 0.3)
Rarely shoots given his defensive role. (conf 0.3)
Positions sensibly to offer a passing option from the back. (conf 0.3)
Not a designated set-piece taker at this stage. (conf 0.3)
Duels
Solid aerial presence expected of a young Dutch centre-back. (conf 0.35)
Competes reasonably well in one-on-one defensive duels for his age. (conf 0.35)
Defense
Engages in AZ's coordinated pressing scheme with moderate intensity. (conf 0.3)
Occasional interceptions and blocks consistent with a developing defender. (conf 0.3)
Still refining positional discipline typical of a young centre-back learning the role. (conf 0.35)
Mental
Generally calm on the ball within AZ's structured possession approach. (conf 0.35)
Decision-making still maturing as expected for a young defender. (conf 0.3)
Diligent effort level fitting AZ's demanding academy-bred work ethic. (conf 0.35)
Resilience
No known injury history of note at this early career stage. (conf 0.3)
Outlook
Young centre-back with room to develop within AZ's strong development pathway. (conf 0.35)
Largely unknown outside Dutch football circles at this stage of his career. (conf 0.3)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Billy van Duijl is a young Dutch centre-back progressing through AZ Alkmaar's system, a club renowned for developing ball-playing defenders. He fits the profile of a composed, positionally aware stopper suited to AZ's possession-oriented approach in the Eredivisie. As a developing player still building senior experience, his ceiling depends on continued minutes and physical maturation. His long-term future likely hinges on whether AZ integrates him into the first team or he needs a loan move to gain regular football.