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Overview
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Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Lacks explosive pace and can be exposed against quick counters. (conf 0.7)
Modest recovery speed, a long-standing weakness in his game. (conf 0.7)
Reasonable turning ability for a big centre-back but not elite. (conf 0.65)
Holds up over 90 minutes as an every-week starter at this level. (conf 0.6)
Control
Comfortable receiving under pressure and playing out from the back. (conf 0.65)
Can carry the ball a few yards but not a progressive dribbler. (conf 0.6)
Uses his frame well to protect the ball in build-up situations. (conf 0.65)
Capable long-range technique but rarely called upon to shoot. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Reliable in possession, comfortable playing through midfield lines. (conf 0.7)
Known for accurate diagonal switches and line-breaking long balls. (conf 0.75)
Rarely delivers crosses given his role as a central defender. (conf 0.5)
Reads passing lanes well and picks out attackers from deep. (conf 0.7)
Chance threat
Occasional set-piece threat but not a natural finisher. (conf 0.55)
Sensible when he does venture forward, mostly on set pieces. (conf 0.5)
Adequate positioning at attacking corners and free kicks. (conf 0.55)
A genuine aerial threat at set pieces despite modest shot quality. (conf 0.55)
Duels
Strong in the air at both boxes, a reliable defensive header and scoring threat. (conf 0.8)
Physical and combative in one-on-one defending situations. (conf 0.75)
Defense
Engages when needed but not known for high pressing energy. (conf 0.55)
Timely interceptions and blocks built on good anticipation. (conf 0.7)
Well organised and disciplined, a key trait of his defending. (conf 0.75)
Mental
Generally calm on the ball, though has had lapses of concentration historically. (conf 0.7)
Sound game management with occasional rash challenges in the past. (conf 0.65)
Consistent defensive effort without standout intensity. (conf 0.6)
Resilience
Has dealt with periodic muscular issues across his career. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Now in his early thirties, role is largely settled as a squad centre-back. (conf 0.6)
Well known from his Barcelona years and French football pedigree. (conf 0.7)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Clément Lenglet is a French centre-back known for his aerial strength, ball-playing range and physical defending, now with Atlético Madrid after making his loan move permanent. A former Barcelona regular, he offers experience, a strong long-passing game and reliability in the air, though his lack of pace remains a limiting factor against quick attackers. At Atlético he fits Diego Simeone's demanding defensive structure as a dependable squad centre-back.
Came through Nancy's academy before joining Sevilla and then Barcelona in 2018.
Spent loan spells at Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa before moving permanently to Atlético Madrid.
Has earned senior caps for the France national team.