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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Still shows explosive recovery pace typical of his physical defending style. (conf 0.7)
Quick enough to catch runners despite age and injury history. (conf 0.65)
Good change of direction for a physical, aggressive center-back. (conf 0.6)
Injury-plagued career has limited his ability to sustain full seasons. (conf 0.55)
Control
Serviceable control but not a technically polished ball-player. (conf 0.55)
Limited carrying ability, prefers simple clearances over progression. (conf 0.5)
Strong frame lets him hold off forwards in physical duels. (conf 0.55)
Not known for a refined long-range or clearance technique. (conf 0.45)
Distribution
Competent in build-up but occasionally loose under pressure. (conf 0.55)
Rarely tasked with progressive long balls, more direct clearer. (conf 0.45)
Not part of his game as a central defender. (conf 0.4)
Reads danger well but limited creative passing range. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Occasional set-piece presence but no real goal threat. (conf 0.4)
Rarely shoots, minimal attacking involvement. (conf 0.4)
Modest attacking movement, focused primarily on defensive duty. (conf 0.45)
Not utilized as a set-piece taker. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Strong and combative in the air, a reliable presence at both boxes. (conf 0.7)
Aggressive tackler known for hard, well-timed challenges. (conf 0.75)
Defense
Engages proactively but risks rash challenges when pressing high. (conf 0.55)
Combative interceptor who disrupts attacks with physical duels. (conf 0.65)
Generally sound but has shown lapses in concentration historically. (conf 0.55)
Mental
Prone to occasional rash decisions and card accumulation under pressure. (conf 0.5)
Effective reads mixed with occasional impulsive fouls. (conf 0.5)
Committed defender who battles hard when fit and available. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Long history of significant injuries has repeatedly disrupted his career. (conf 0.65)
Outlook
At 32 with a heavy injury record, limited remaining upside beyond a squad role. (conf 0.55)
Known from his Manchester United and Villarreal years, now rebuilding at Oviedo. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Eric Bailly is a combative, physically imposing Ivorian center-back now with newly-promoted Real Oviedo in LaLiga, following spells at Manchester United and Villarreal. His game is built on aggressive tackling, aerial strength, and direct defending rather than technical progression from the back. A career repeatedly interrupted by serious injuries has limited his consistency, but on his day he remains a combative, no-nonsense stopper capable of top-flight duels.
Won the Europa League with Manchester United in 2017.
Represented Ivory Coast at multiple Africa Cup of Nations tournaments.
His Manchester United career was heavily disrupted by recurring knee and other injuries.