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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Sharp first few steps that let him get in behind or beat a marker in transition. (conf 0.55)
Good but not exceptional straight-line speed for a wide forward. (conf 0.5)
Quick feet and low centre of gravity help him twist away from defenders in tight areas. (conf 0.55)
Covers his channel repeatedly across a match without a major late drop-off. (conf 0.5)
Control
Controls the ball cleanly under pressure typical of a technically schooled Spanish attacker. (conf 0.5)
Comfortable running at full-backs one-on-one and cutting inside off the flank. (conf 0.55)
Not physically dominant but uses body positioning to protect the ball in wide areas. (conf 0.45)
Decent power and placement when cutting in onto his stronger foot. (conf 0.5)
Distribution
Reliable in combination play with a full-back or striker in tight spaces. (conf 0.5)
Not a primary distributor, so long-range passing is a secondary tool. (conf 0.4)
Whips in deliveries when reaching the byline, though cutting inside is his main habit. (conf 0.45)
Spots underlapping runs and late arrivals in the box reasonably well. (conf 0.45)
Chance threat
Developed into a goal-scoring wide forward with a reliable low, driven finish. (conf 0.55)
Picks his moments to shoot from the left channel rather than forcing efforts. (conf 0.5)
Times runs into space between lines to receive on the move. (conf 0.5)
Occasional set-piece involvement but not established as a specialist. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Limited aerial threat given his slight, wide-forward build. (conf 0.4)
Wins his share of one-on-one duels through quickness rather than strength. (conf 0.45)
Defense
Applies front-foot pressure on opposing full-backs as part of a coordinated press. (conf 0.45)
Contributes to team pressing triggers without being a defensive specialist. (conf 0.4)
Basic tracking responsibilities typical of an attack-minded wide player. (conf 0.4)
Mental
Generally settled in one-on-one finishing situations for his experience level. (conf 0.5)
Usually picks sensible options between dribble, pass and shot in the final third. (conf 0.45)
Puts in consistent defensive and transitional effort expected of a modern winger. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
No significant history of long-term injury layoffs known. (conf 0.45)
Outlook
Mid-20s attacker with room to add end product at a higher level. (conf 0.5)
Known within Spanish and Portuguese football but not yet a wide global name. (conf 0.45)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Borja Sainz is a left-footed Spanish wide forward known for cutting in from the left flank to combine and shoot on goal. He came through Athletic Bilbao's academy before making his name in LaLiga with Celta Vigo as an attacking wide player with a growing goal contribution. At FC Porto in Liga Portugal Betclic, he offers pace, dribbling and directness to a front line looking for width and end product.
Progressed through Athletic Bilbao's youth academy before moving on in search of first-team opportunities.
Spanish forward who came through the academy system in Spain.