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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Mobile enough to cover in behind but not an elite recovery sprinter. (conf 0.55)
Adequate straight-line pace for a modern centre-back. (conf 0.5)
Turns and adjusts reasonably well under pressure for his size. (conf 0.5)
Copes with Union Berlin's demanding pressing and running schemes. (conf 0.55)
Control
Comfortable receiving under pressure from his Porto academy grounding. (conf 0.55)
Can carry the ball out of defence but not a dribble-heavy profile. (conf 0.5)
Uses body strength to protect the ball in tight defensive areas. (conf 0.5)
Occasional long clearances but not known for powerful strikes. (conf 0.4)
Distribution
Reliable in build-up play typical of his Porto-trained technical base. (conf 0.55)
Can switch play but not a standout long-range distributor. (conf 0.5)
Rarely involved in crossing situations as a central defender. (conf 0.4)
Reads passing lanes adequately when stepping into midfield. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Minimal goal output expected from a centre-back role. (conf 0.4)
Takes few shots, mostly limited to set-piece opportunities. (conf 0.4)
Positions sensibly for set pieces but not a major attacking threat. (conf 0.45)
Not a designated set-piece taker at club level. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Solid in the air for both defending crosses and attacking set plays. (conf 0.55)
Competitive one-on-one defender with good timing in tackles. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Engages in Union Berlin's organized pressing structure. (conf 0.5)
Intercepts passing lanes and breaks up attacks centrally. (conf 0.5)
Well-drilled positional sense from his Portuguese academy upbringing. (conf 0.55)
Mental
Generally calm on the ball though has had shaky patches under pressure. (conf 0.55)
Makes sound choices in build-up but occasionally rash under duress. (conf 0.5)
Consistent defensive effort across a demanding Bundesliga campaign. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Has had some injury interruptions but no chronic issue history known. (conf 0.45)
Outlook
Late-20s centre-back likely near his established performance ceiling. (conf 0.5)
Known within Bundesliga circles but not a widely recognized name globally. (conf 0.5)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Diogo Leite is a Portuguese centre-back who came through FC Porto's academy before settling in Germany with 1. FC Union Berlin, where he has become a regular in a defensively organized side. Technically sound on the ball with a composed distribution game, he pairs reasonable athleticism with strong positional discipline and aerial presence. He is a dependable, if unspectacular, top-flight starter rather than an elite ball-playing centre-back.
Came through the FC Porto youth academy before moving to Germany.
Had loan spells in Portugal, including at Sporting Braga, before joining Union Berlin permanently.
Has represented Portugal at various youth international levels.