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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Never had elite pace and has slowed further into his mid-thirties. (conf 0.6)
Lacks recovery speed, relying on positioning to cover for lost pace. (conf 0.6)
Adequate turning and pivoting for a technical, low-line defender. (conf 0.55)
Manages minutes well but not a box-to-box engine at this stage of his career. (conf 0.5)
Control
Composed, clean control under pressure honed through Ajax and Bayern academies of technique. (conf 0.75)
Comfortable carrying the ball out from the back but not a dynamic take-on threat. (conf 0.6)
Uses body positioning smartly to protect the ball in tight areas. (conf 0.55)
Clean, reliable technique on longer strikes and switches of play. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Crisp, accurate distribution that has anchored possession for club and country for years. (conf 0.75)
Signature diagonal switches remain a genuine weapon from left-back or center-back. (conf 0.75)
Functional delivery from deep but not a primary crossing outlet at his age. (conf 0.5)
Reads passing lanes well and picks progressive options ahead of him. (conf 0.7)
Chance threat
Rarely gets into scoring positions and offers little end-product threat. (conf 0.55)
Sensible but limited sample given his defensive role and low shot volume. (conf 0.45)
Positions intelligently within build-up structure rather than making forward runs. (conf 0.5)
Not a designated set-piece taker at Girona or with the Dutch national team. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Solid but unspectacular in the air, sound technique compensating for modest jump. (conf 0.55)
Smart positioning and timing offset declining physical duels against quicker forwards. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Contributes to coordinated pressing schemes but lacks the legs for high-intensity chasing. (conf 0.5)
Reads danger early and intercepts through anticipation more than physical intervention. (conf 0.55)
Veteran spatial awareness remains his standout defensive trait at this stage. (conf 0.7)
Mental
Calm under pressure, rarely panics in possession even when closed down quickly. (conf 0.75)
Experienced game management, choosing the simple, correct option consistently. (conf 0.7)
Professional and diligent but no longer covers ground like a younger player. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
Has had notable injury spells including a serious heart-related scare and later knee issues. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Mid-thirties veteran on the downside of his career with limited further trajectory. (conf 0.6)
Widely respected as a Netherlands international with Ajax, Manchester United and Bayern pedigree. (conf 0.8)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Daley Blind is a versatile Dutch defender who can play center-back, left-back or a deep midfield pivot, now seeing out his career at Girona in LaLiga. His game is built on intelligent positioning, composed passing and reading the play rather than pace or power, traits that made him a mainstay for Ajax, Manchester United, Bayern Munich and the Netherlands national team. At this stage he offers experienced leadership and technical reliability more than athletic upside.
Long-time Netherlands international who has represented his country at multiple World Cups and European Championships.
Progressed through Ajax's academy, following in the footsteps of his father Danny Blind, before moves to Manchester United and Bayern Munich.
Suffered a heart-related medical issue that required treatment and briefly threatened his career before he returned to competitive football.