Carlos Alcaraz

Decent first-step quickness for a creative central midfielder. (conf 0.35)

Average top speed; relies on technique rather than pace. (conf 0.35)

Neat change of direction in tight central areas. (conf 0.35)

Adequate engine, with some mileage across Europe and South America. (conf 0.35)

Technical, composed receiver who turns smartly in midfield. (conf 0.4)

Comfortable carrying the ball through pressure in central areas. (conf 0.4)

Fine technique but a modest frame for holding off defenders. (conf 0.35)

Strikes the ball cleanly, both for passes and shots from range. (conf 0.35)

Neat, incisive short passer who links midfield and attack. (conf 0.4)

Can switch play and play progressive balls from deeper positions. (conf 0.35)

Little evidence of crossing as a wide delivery threat. (conf 0.3)

Creative eye for through balls, shown at Racing Club and Flamengo. (conf 0.4)

Chips in with goals but is not a prolific scorer. (conf 0.35)

Shoots from range at times, with mixed shot selection. (conf 0.35)

Finds pockets between the lines as an attacking central player. (conf 0.35)

Some dead-ball and long-range ability, not an established taker. (conf 0.3)

Not a major aerial factor in midfield despite his height. (conf 0.3)

Contests duels adequately; not known for physicality. (conf 0.35)

Presses willingly but not a high-volume ball-winner. (conf 0.35)

Contributes defensively without being a ball-winning specialist. (conf 0.35)

Holds his role in the midfield, though defending is not his strength. (conf 0.35)

Composed on the ball at Racing Club, Juventus and Flamengo. (conf 0.4)

Usually picks the right pass and keeps the ball moving. (conf 0.4)

Solid workload across a large number of matches for his age. (conf 0.35)

No injury information found; assumed average. (conf 0.3)

Still 23 with experience across three continents, so some room to grow. (conf 0.45)

Well-travelled Argentine with a high-profile transfer history, not a star yet. (conf 0.5)