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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Quick over short distances to escape pressure in tight areas. (conf 0.7)
Not a burner, relies more on change of direction than pure pace. (conf 0.6)
Low centre of gravity and sharp turns make him hard to pin down. (conf 0.8)
Covers ground for a creative midfielder but not a relentless engine. (conf 0.6)
Control
Cushions the ball cleanly under pressure in congested midfield areas. (conf 0.75)
Signature trait, beats defenders in tight spaces with close control. (conf 0.85)
Uses body well for his size but can be muscled off by bigger defenders. (conf 0.6)
Capable of clean strikes from range though not a primary weapon. (conf 0.6)
Distribution
Combines well in tight triangles to progress attacks through midfield. (conf 0.75)
Serviceable range-switching passer but not his standout skill. (conf 0.55)
Delivers from wide areas occasionally but is more a cutter-inside creator. (conf 0.55)
Sees late through-balls and picks out runners in the final third. (conf 0.75)
Chance threat
Chips in with goals from midfield but is a creator first. (conf 0.6)
Generally picks sensible moments to shoot rather than forcing efforts. (conf 0.6)
Finds pockets between lines to receive and turn upfield. (conf 0.65)
Occasional set-piece taker without being the club's primary specialist. (conf 0.5)
Duels
Small stature limits impact in aerial duels. (conf 0.6)
Wins possession back through close control and quick feet in duels. (conf 0.65)
Defense
Presses selectively rather than relentlessly across matches. (conf 0.55)
Limited defensive output typical of a creative attacking midfielder. (conf 0.5)
Positional discipline off the ball is a secondary concern for his game. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Stays calm on the ball even when surrounded by defenders. (conf 0.7)
Generally picks the right pass or dribble in the final third. (conf 0.65)
Industrious in bursts but not a tireless two-way presence. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Long ACL rehabilitation has limited his recent match availability. (conf 0.65)
Outlook
Late twenties and rebuilding sharpness after a serious knee injury. (conf 0.55)
Well known in the Premier League and an established Argentina squad option. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Emiliano Buendía is a diminutive Argentine attacking midfielder known for his close control, quick feet, and creative vision in tight spaces. After a serious ACL injury disrupted his 2023-24 season, he has worked to rebuild fitness and sharpness at Aston Villa, where he operates as a support forward or wide creator behind the front line. At his best he is a nimble dribbler and clever passer who unlocks defenses with disguised through-balls rather than physical dominance.
Suffered a serious ACL injury in 2023 that sidelined him for an extended period.
Made his name in the Premier League after a move from Norwich City to Aston Villa.