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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 for a modern centre-back but not a standout runner. (conf 0.5)
Enough straight-line speed to cover in behind at Bundesliga tempo. (conf 0.5)
Functional turning and rebalancing rather than elite quickness. (conf 0.45)
Holds his defensive shape across ninety minutes without visible drop-off. (conf 0.5)
Control
Controls under pressure adequately but not silky for a build-up centre-back. (conf 0.45)
Limited carrying threat, prefers simple progressions over take-ons. (conf 0.45)
Uses frame reasonably to protect the ball in tight defensive duels. (conf 0.45)
Rarely called upon for long-range or driven strikes as a centre-back. (conf 0.4)
Distribution
Comfortable recycling possession in a mid-table Bundesliga backline. (conf 0.5)
Can find switches of play but not a renowned distributor. (conf 0.45)
Almost never involved in crossing situations from centre-back. (conf 0.4)
Reads passing lanes adequately without being a creative outlet. (conf 0.4)
Chance threat
Minimal goal output, occasional set-piece presence only. (conf 0.4)
Rarely shoots, sensible when he does step forward on set pieces. (conf 0.4)
Positions himself sensibly for cover and second-ball situations. (conf 0.4)
Not a designated set-piece taker at any of his clubs. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Solid physical presence in the air for a centre-back of his build. (conf 0.5)
Competes well in one-on-one defensive duels domestically and for Türkiye. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Engages when triggered but not an especially aggressive presser. (conf 0.4)
Times interceptions and blocks reasonably in a settled back line. (conf 0.45)
Generally sound structural discipline as a central defender. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Mostly calm on the ball though has shown occasional lapses under pressure. (conf 0.45)
Makes largely sensible choices befitting a mid-table Bundesliga starter. (conf 0.45)
Reliable defensive effort across matches for club and country. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
Has had stretches of fitness issues disrupting his club spells. (conf 0.4)
Outlook
Mid-20s centre-back likely near his established level with modest upside. (conf 0.45)
Known within Turkish football and as a Bundesliga squad defender, not beyond. (conf 0.5)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Cenk Özkacar is a Turkish centre-back known for his physical, no-nonsense defending, having come through Trabzonspor before a move to Olympique Lyonnais and loan spells in Serie A. He now plays for 1. FC Köln in the Bundesliga following their promotion, where he is used as a rotation and depth option in central defence. His game is built on aerial duels, ground-duel competitiveness, and straightforward distribution rather than ball-playing flair. A regular in Turkey's youth and senior national team setups, he offers dependable if unspectacular defensive output.
Developed in Turkish youth football before moving to Olympique Lyonnais.
Capped for the Turkey national team across youth and senior levels.
Joined 1. FC Köln as a centre-back option following their Bundesliga promotion.