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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 recovery pace for a tall left-footed centre-back but not a burner. (conf 0.6)
Long stride helps him cover ground in behind against quick forwards. (conf 0.6)
Functional turning ability typical of a rangy 1.90m defender. (conf 0.55)
Holds intensity across a match but has had injury interruptions. (conf 0.55)
Control
Clean enough control to bring long balls down under pressure. (conf 0.6)
Limited ball-carrying, prefers simple progression over take-ons. (conf 0.5)
Uses frame well to protect the ball from strikers in the channel. (conf 0.55)
Capable of driving long clearances and switches with his left foot. (conf 0.5)
Distribution
Comfortable recycling possession from the back in build-up play. (conf 0.6)
Left foot allows him to spray accurate diagonals to switch play. (conf 0.65)
Rarely involved in wide delivery given his central defensive role. (conf 0.45)
Reads passing lanes well enough to start attacks from deep. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Minimal goal threat, occasional set-piece presence only. (conf 0.45)
Rarely shoots outside of scrambles near the box. (conf 0.4)
Positions sensibly for cutback coverage rather than attacking runs. (conf 0.5)
Not a designated set-piece taker in his career. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Strong in the air using his height to win both boxes' duels. (conf 0.7)
Solid tackler who times challenges well against direct forwards. (conf 0.65)
Defense
Engages forwards from the back line in a coordinated defensive block. (conf 0.55)
Reads interceptions well, breaking up counters before they develop. (conf 0.6)
Experienced reader of the game with sound spatial awareness centrally. (conf 0.65)
Mental
Generally calm on the ball though has had shaky patches under pressure. (conf 0.6)
Mostly sound choices in possession, occasional lapses in concentration. (conf 0.55)
Consistent defensive effort across a full ninety minutes. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Has dealt with recurring muscular and other injury spells in his career. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Late-20s defender with limited further ceiling but still a capable starter. (conf 0.5)
Recognized top-flight centre-back known from Marseille and Lyon spells. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Duje Ćaleta-Car is a tall, left-footed Croatian centre-back known for his aerial dominance, calm distribution and experience across France, Austria, England and Spain. He built his reputation at RB Salzburg before establishing himself at Olympique de Marseille, later spending time at Southampton and Lyon. Now with Real Sociedad in LaLiga, he offers a physically imposing, left-sided defensive option who can also step out and play passes into midfield.
Came through RB Salzburg's pathway before establishing himself at a higher level.
Established himself as a regular starter for Olympique de Marseille in Ligue 1.
Capped by Croatia's senior national team.