Daniel Ballard

League: Premier LeagueTeam: SunderlandNationality: Northern Ireland
Positions:CBage:~26

Estimated market value (beta)

€61.7m€148.2m
Confidence: 65%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
x̄(w) = 68.0 / 100 · Confidence = 65%

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration60

Reasonably quick over short distances for a centre-back. (conf 0.6)

Top speed65

Has shown the pace to recover in wide defensive situations. (conf 0.6)

Agility60

Adequate change-of-direction for his size. (conf 0.6)

Stamina70

Consistent availability and ability to maintain performance across matches. (conf 0.6)

Control

First touch65

Comfortable receiving under pressure; generally reliable control. (conf 0.6)

Dribbling55

Can carry the ball out but not a primary dribbler. (conf 0.6)

Ball shielding60

Uses body effectively to retain possession in duels. (conf 0.6)

Ball striking60

Competent with long clearances and set-piece deliveries. (conf 0.6)

Distribution

Short passing70

Comfortable in short possession and progressive passing out from the back. (conf 0.7)

Long passing68

Able to execute longer diagonal and line-breaking passes. (conf 0.65)

Crossing40

Not a regular crosser; limited emphasis on delivery from wide areas. (conf 0.6)

Vision62

Shows awareness in picking passes and switching play. (conf 0.6)

Chance threat

Finishing30

Limited attacking finishing; not a goal threat from open play. (conf 0.6)

Shot selection40

Generally conservative with shooting decisions. (conf 0.6)

Off-ball movement72

Good positioning and movement to cut out danger and intercept. (conf 0.7)

Set-piece shot30

Not known for being a set-piece shooter. (conf 0.5)

Duels

Aerial78

Strong in aerial duels and defensive headers. (conf 0.75)

Ground duels75

Physical and effective in one-on-one ground challenges. (conf 0.7)

Defense

Pressing intensity65

Willing to engage opponents and press when required. (conf 0.6)

Defensive disruption76

Good at interceptions and breaking up opposition play. (conf 0.7)

Defensive positioning80

Reads the game well and maintains strong positional discipline. (conf 0.75)

Mental

Composure72

Generally calm under pressure when bringing the ball out. (conf 0.7)

Decision making70

Makes sensible choices in defensive and possession situations. (conf 0.7)

Work rate75

Shows strong effort levels and consistency across matches. (conf 0.7)

Resilience

Injury reliability80

Relatively reliable availability with no major recurring issues noted. (conf 0.6)

Outlook

Potential75

Still room to develop into a consistent top-level centre-back. (conf 0.6)

Reputation60

Recognised at international level and known within professional circles. (conf 0.6)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

A composed, ball-playing centre-back who relies on positioning, aerial strength and steady distribution. Comfortable in structured defensive setups and contributes to building play from the back rather than through individual dribbling exploits.

Progressed through a notable academy pathway before establishing himself in senior football and earning full international recognition with Northern Ireland.

Has been praised for calmness on the ball and leadership qualities from defensive positions.

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