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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Lost the early burst years ago, relies on positioning over pace at 40. (conf 0.7)
No longer a threat in behind, well below his Wolfsburg/City days. (conf 0.7)
Still turns defenders in tight spaces using body feints and experience. (conf 0.65)
Managed carefully with rotation given his age and reduced minutes. (conf 0.6)
Control
Silky control for a big man, cushions long balls under pressure with ease. (conf 0.85)
Not a dribbler by trade but can shield and turn using craft, not speed. (conf 0.7)
Excellent at holding up play and bringing teammates into the game. (conf 0.85)
Hits a clean, powerful ball with either foot from range or in the box. (conf 0.85)
Distribution
Reliable link-up passer as a target man in a possession-based system. (conf 0.8)
Not a primary distributor but capable of simple switches when needed. (conf 0.6)
Rarely tasked with crossing given his central striker role. (conf 0.55)
Sees layoffs and knock-downs for runners well as an experienced target man. (conf 0.75)
Chance threat
Career poacher with both feet and head, still clinical in the box in Serie A. (conf 0.85)
Picks smart moments to shoot, rarely wastes efforts from poor positions. (conf 0.8)
Intelligent runs and hold-up positioning compensate for lost pace. (conf 0.8)
Not a designated set-piece taker, occasional penalty duty over his career. (conf 0.55)
Duels
Powerful header of the ball, a genuine aerial threat at both boxes. (conf 0.85)
Strong frame lets him win physical battles against Serie A center-backs. (conf 0.75)
Defense
Age limits high-intensity pressing, used more as an outlet than presser. (conf 0.6)
Minimal defensive contribution expected from a veteran number nine. (conf 0.55)
Occasionally screens passing lanes but not a defensive-minded forward. (conf 0.55)
Mental
Ice-cold in big moments, scored decisive goals in Champions League finals runs. (conf 0.85)
Reads the game like a veteran, rarely forces play in poor situations. (conf 0.8)
Reduced work rate typical of a 40-year-old managing his output. (conf 0.6)
Resilience
Generally durable career but age brings more knocks and rotation now. (conf 0.6)
Outlook
At 40, trajectory is firmly declining with retirement approaching. (conf 0.75)
Widely respected veteran with prolific spells at City, Roma and Inter. (conf 0.9)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Edin Džeko is a veteran Bosnian target man now playing out his career at Fiorentina in Serie A, still prized for his hold-up play, aerial power and clinical finishing despite his advanced age. His pace has faded, but his first touch, physical strength and composure in the box remain genuinely elite for a player his age. A prolific goalscorer throughout his career at Wolfsburg, Manchester City, Roma and Inter, he now offers experience and a reliable focal point rather than dynamism.
Prolific striker at Manchester City, Roma and Inter Milan across a long top-level career.
Long-time captain and record goalscorer for the Bosnia and Herzegovina national team.
Won the Premier League with Manchester City and reached a Champions League final with Inter.