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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Decent burst off the dribble but not a true gear-changer at this stage of career. (conf 0.6)
Never a pace merchant, relies more on quick feet than raw speed. (conf 0.55)
Tight change of direction lets him escape pressure in tight central areas. (conf 0.65)
Covers ground steadily but not renowned for box-to-box engine. (conf 0.55)
Control
Cushions the ball cleanly under pressure, a hallmark of his La Masia grounding. (conf 0.75)
Comfortable carrying through midfield lines with close control in tight spaces. (conf 0.7)
Slight frame limits his ability to hold off stronger midfielders physically. (conf 0.55)
Can strike a clean ball from distance though not a frequent long-range threat. (conf 0.6)
Distribution
Crisp, quick combination passing typical of a Barcelona academy midfielder. (conf 0.8)
Switches play with good weight, a trait valued during his Sevilla and Celta spells. (conf 0.65)
Delivers a reliable ball from wide when deployed on the left flank. (conf 0.6)
Sees late passing lanes and threads final balls between defensive lines. (conf 0.7)
Chance threat
Chips in occasional goals but not a primary goal threat from midfield. (conf 0.55)
Generally picks sensible moments to shoot rather than forcing efforts. (conf 0.55)
Finds pockets between lines to receive but not a constant runner in behind. (conf 0.55)
Capable dead-ball taker though rarely the designated specialist. (conf 0.5)
Duels
Slight build makes him a minimal factor in aerial duels. (conf 0.55)
Wins some tackles through anticipation but lacks physical dominance. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Presses selectively rather than relentlessly at this stage of his career. (conf 0.5)
Reads passing lanes to intercept but not an aggressive ball-winner. (conf 0.5)
Disciplined enough positionally though not a natural defensive midfielder. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Rarely rattled on the ball, a trait shaped by his technical upbringing. (conf 0.7)
Generally efficient in possession, favouring the simple progressive pass. (conf 0.65)
Solid but not exceptional off-ball effort across a match. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
Has dealt with a series of muscular and knee issues across his career. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
Now in his early thirties, likely near the tail end of his prime output. (conf 0.55)
Well known in Spain from his Barcelona, Sevilla and Celta history but not a global star. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Denis Suárez is a technically polished central and attacking midfielder, now with Alavés in LaLiga, whose game is built on tight control, quick combination play and vision rather than pace or power. A product of Barcelona's La Masia academy, he came through spells at Sevilla, Barcelona, Celta Vigo, a loan at Arsenal, and Villarreal before returning to Celta and later moving to Alavés. He remains most effective drifting inside from the left or operating centrally, where he can pick passes between the lines and combine in short spaces.
Played for Barcelona, including a spell at Sevilla and a later return to Barcelona.
Spent a loan period at Arsenal in the Premier League.
Known for his time at Celta Vigo, where he became a regular creative midfielder.