Desmond Acquah

League: Jupiler Pro LeagueTeam: FCV Dender EHNationality: Ghana
Positions:CBage:~24

Estimated market value (beta)

€26.4m€167.9m
Confidence: 43%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
x̄(w) = 64.6 / 100 · Confidence = 43%

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration62

Quick off the line for a central defender (conf 0.45)

Top speed64

Sustains pace over distance relative to peers (conf 0.45)

Agility58

Reasonably mobile though not exceptionally agile (conf 0.4)

Stamina72

Able to maintain intensity across full matches (conf 0.5)

Control

First touch60

Fair technical control under varying pressure (conf 0.35)

Dribbling55

Comfortable carrying ball but limited tight dribble (conf 0.35)

Ball shielding62

Uses body well to protect possession (conf 0.4)

Ball striking65

Solid technique on direct balls and clearances (conf 0.4)

Distribution

Short passing68

Accurate short passes to initiate team build-up (conf 0.45)

Long passing61

Capable of diagonal switches and long distributions (conf 0.4)

Crossing35

Not a regular provider from wide positions (conf 0.3)

Vision60

Sees passing lanes and progressive options (conf 0.35)

Chance threat

Finishing30

Rarely in advanced positions to finish chances (conf 0.3)

Shot selection40

Limited by role when choosing shooting moments (conf 0.3)

Off-ball movement70

Good positional awareness during defensive and aerial phases (conf 0.45)

Set-piece shot30

Not known for direct set-piece goal threat (conf 0.3)

Duels

Aerial76

Strong timing and leap winning aerial duels regularly (conf 0.5)

Ground duels73

Aggressive and effective in one-on-one challenges (conf 0.5)

Defense

Pressing intensity65

Proactive in pressing triggers and nearby opponents (conf 0.45)

Defensive disruption75

Good at intercepting passes and breaking plays (conf 0.5)

Defensive positioning74

Consistently occupies sensible defensive positions on field (conf 0.5)

Mental

Composure66

Calm under pressure, rarely rushes distribution (conf 0.45)

Decision making64

Generally makes pragmatic choices in defensive situations (conf 0.45)

Work rate70

High motor, covers ground consistently during matches (conf 0.5)

Resilience

Injury reliability68

Relatively available, few prolonged injury absences (conf 0.4)

Outlook

Potential72

Room to develop physically and tactically (conf 0.4)

Reputation38

Largely known regionally, limited wider recognition (conf 0.25)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

A physical central defender who combines aerial dominance with measured build-up play. Relies on positioning and aggression to break opposition attacks and contributes straightforward distribution from the back.

Often cited for a late headed clearance that preserved a narrow lead.

Scout reports highlight composed ball-play when pressed by multiple opponents.

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