Dennis Cirkin

Quick off the mark to support overlaps and recover in transition. (conf 0.55)

Good pace for a modern left-back tracking wingers in behind. (conf 0.5)

Comfortable changing direction in tight one-v-one defensive duels. (conf 0.5)

Covers the full length of the flank repeatedly across matches. (conf 0.5)

Generally tidy control under pressure but not a standout technician. (conf 0.5)

Willing to carry the ball forward though not a primary dribbler. (conf 0.5)

Uses frame reasonably to protect the ball near the touchline. (conf 0.45)

Limited long-range shooting output typical of a young full-back. (conf 0.45)

Reliable in build-up combinations along the left channel. (conf 0.5)

Can switch play but range and precision are still developing. (conf 0.45)

Delivers from wide areas as an outlet for attacking overloads. (conf 0.5)

Functional decision-making rather than a creative standout. (conf 0.45)

Rarely a goal threat, contributing little in front of goal. (conf 0.4)

Sensible restraint given his limited attacking output. (conf 0.4)

Times overlapping and underlapping runs to stretch defenses. (conf 0.45)

Not a designated set-piece taker at Sunderland. (conf 0.4)

Undersized for a full-back, giving up some aerial duels. (conf 0.45)

Combative in one-on-ones against Championship and now Premier League wingers. (conf 0.5)

Energetic pressing trigger from the left flank. (conf 0.5)

Active in interceptions when engaged high up the pitch. (conf 0.45)

Still refining discipline against the top level of English football. (conf 0.45)

Handles pressure reasonably for a player new to the top flight. (conf 0.45)

Generally sound choices in when to join the attack. (conf 0.45)

Relentless up-and-down output was central to Sunderland's promotion push. (conf 0.55)

Has had stretches of fitness issues earlier in his career. (conf 0.4)

Still only in his early twenties with room to grow at Premier League level. (conf 0.5)

Known within the Championship and to Sunderland fans, not yet a wider name. (conf 0.45)