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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 explosive, and pace has faded further into his mid-thirties. (conf 0.7)
Limited straight-line speed, relying on positioning to compensate. (conf 0.65)
Solid body control for a big man but not sharp in tight turns. (conf 0.6)
Durable engine historically but reduced output expected in Saudi league minutes. (conf 0.6)
Control
Reliable under pressure, honed at Porto and PSG in a double-pivot role. (conf 0.65)
Functional carrying but not a progressive dribbler through opponents. (conf 0.6)
Strong frame lets him hold off pressers and protect the ball well. (conf 0.7)
Capable of driven long-range efforts, has scored notable European goals. (conf 0.65)
Distribution
Composed circulation from deep, a trait built over years at PSG. (conf 0.75)
Can switch play with good range from the base of midfield or defense. (conf 0.7)
Rarely delivers crosses given his deep, central role. (conf 0.55)
Reads angles well to spring attacks from a deep-lying position. (conf 0.65)
Chance threat
Decent aerial and set-piece poacher instincts for a defensive midfielder. (conf 0.65)
Generally sensible, picks his moments to join the attack. (conf 0.55)
Timed late runs into the box on occasion, notably at set pieces. (conf 0.55)
Not a designated taker, but a threat on set-piece headers instead. (conf 0.5)
Duels
Dominant in the air, a genuine weapon at both boxes on corners. (conf 0.75)
Physically imposing and hard to dislodge in one-on-one duels. (conf 0.7)
Defense
Positionally disciplined presser rather than a relentless chaser. (conf 0.55)
Smart interceptor who reads passing lanes to break up play. (conf 0.65)
Veteran anchor whose experience across CB and DM shows in his shape. (conf 0.7)
Mental
Rarely rattled, a calming presence built from big European nights. (conf 0.75)
Experienced game-manager who keeps things simple and effective. (conf 0.7)
Consistent professional effort, though no longer covering huge ground. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Generally available across his career with only occasional knocks. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Mid-thirties veteran now winding down in a lower-intensity league. (conf 0.55)
Well-known as a Euro 2016 winner and long-time PSG midfield anchor. (conf 0.75)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Danilo Pereira is a versatile Portuguese midfielder-defender, most comfortable screening the back line as a defensive midfielder but equally capable at center-back, built on physical dominance, aerial strength, and calm distribution. A Euro 2016 winner with Portugal and a fixture for Porto and Paris Saint-Germain across a decade in Europe's top leagues, he brings composure and know-how rather than dynamism at this stage of his career. Now with Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League, he offers experienced squad depth and leadership more than elite athletic upside.
Won UEFA Euro 2016 with Portugal.
Long-serving figure at FC Porto before joining Paris Saint-Germain.
Played across defensive midfield and center-back for both PSG and the Portugal national team.