Espen van Ee

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League: Liga Portugal BetclicTeam: FC AroucaNationality: Netherlands
Positions:CMAge: ~23

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Confidence: 34%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 55 / 100·Confidence 34%

Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration58

Reasonable burst for a central midfielder at Arouca's tempo. (conf 0.35)

Top speed55

Not a defining trait, average recovery pace for the role. (conf 0.35)

Agility58

Adequate turning and close-quarters mobility in midfield areas. (conf 0.35)

Stamina62

Covers ground consistently as expected of a Liga Portugal box-to-box option. (conf 0.35)

Control

First touch58

Generally tidy control under the pressure typical of mid-table Primeira Liga football. (conf 0.35)

Dribbling54

Functional carrying ability rather than a standout dribbler. (conf 0.35)

Ball shielding55

Uses frame reasonably to protect possession in tight midfield battles. (conf 0.35)

Ball striking53

Limited evidence of standout long-range striking ability. (conf 0.3)

Distribution

Short passing60

Central midfield role implies a reliable passing base at this level. (conf 0.4)

Long passing55

Capable of switching play but not a renowned range passer. (conf 0.35)

Crossing45

Central role limits crossing output and expected quality. (conf 0.3)

Vision56

Shows moments of progressive thinking typical of a Liga Portugal starter. (conf 0.35)

Chance threat

Finishing48

Not primarily a goal threat from central midfield. (conf 0.3)

Shot selection52

Generally sensible shot choices without a prolific scoring record. (conf 0.3)

Off-ball movement56

Finds pockets of space consistent with a modern midfield profile. (conf 0.35)

Set-piece shot45

No strong indication of being a designated set-piece taker. (conf 0.3)

Duels

Aerial50

Average aerial presence for a central midfielder of his build. (conf 0.3)

Ground duels58

Competes reasonably well in midfield duels at Primeira Liga level. (conf 0.35)

Defense

Pressing intensity60

Engages actively in Arouca's collective pressing structure. (conf 0.4)

Defensive disruption56

Contributes interceptions and tackles typical of a two-way midfielder. (conf 0.35)

Defensive positioning56

Holds reasonable shape as part of a mid-table Primeira Liga midfield unit. (conf 0.35)

Mental

Composure55

Handles possession calmly enough for a young top-flight regular. (conf 0.35)

Decision making55

Generally sound choices in possession within Arouca's system. (conf 0.35)

Work rate62

Puts in consistent defensive and transitional effort each match. (conf 0.4)

Resilience

Injury reliability65

No known history of significant injury problems so far. (conf 0.35)

Outlook

Potential62

Still in his early twenties with room to develop at a higher level. (conf 0.35)

Reputation32

Largely unheralded outside domestic Portuguese football circles. (conf 0.35)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Espen van Ee is a Dutch central midfielder plying his trade with FC Arouca in the Liga Portugal Betclic. He profiles as a hard-working, two-way midfielder suited to a mid-table Primeira Liga side, offering steady defensive contribution alongside tidy circulation of possession. His game is built more on work rate and positional discipline than standout technical flair. As a player in his early twenties, he still has development runway ahead of him.

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