Emre Can

Not quick over the first steps, relying on timing and strength. (conf 0.55)

Reasonable pace for a big midfielder, slower now than at Liverpool. (conf 0.55)

Solid body control, but not sharp in tight turns. (conf 0.5)

Covers lots of ground across a long season. (conf 0.6)

Secure first touch under pressure in central areas. (conf 0.6)

Carries the ball when needed but is not a real dribbler. (conf 0.55)

Strong frame to protect the ball under pressure. (conf 0.6)

Powerful, clean ball striker from distance. (conf 0.6)

Reliable, composed combinations from midfield. (conf 0.6)

Switches play and picks out long passes well. (conf 0.6)

Rarely crosses from wide areas, as a central midfielder. (conf 0.5)

Reads play well and finds teammates in advance. (conf 0.55)

Scores occasionally but is not a main goal threat. (conf 0.55)

Shoots from range when he sees the chance. (conf 0.5)

Arrives at the edge of the box when allowed. (conf 0.5)

Has taken penalties and long-range efforts. (conf 0.5)

Strong in the air, praised for aerial ability. (conf 0.6)

Physically strong in tackles and shoulder-to-shoulder duels. (conf 0.6)

Applies pressure when Dortmund press as a team. (conf 0.55)

Wins the ball back through tackles and interceptions. (conf 0.6)

Positionally aware, with good timing and sense of space. (conf 0.6)

Stays calm under pressure and organises those around him. (conf 0.6)

Makes sensible, low-risk choices in the middle of the pitch. (conf 0.55)

Consistent effort as captain of the team. (conf 0.6)

Past ankle and back injuries, but largely available lately. (conf 0.5)

At 32 he is at his level, with little room to grow. (conf 0.5)

Dortmund captain and long-serving Germany international. (conf 0.65)