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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Reasonable recovery speed typical of a mid-table Eredivisie centre-back. (conf 0.35)
Adequate straight-line pace to cope with Eredivisie counters. (conf 0.35)
Functional turning and change of direction for the role. (conf 0.35)
Holds up over 90 minutes as expected of a regular top-flight defender. (conf 0.35)
Control
Competent under pressure but not a standout technician. (conf 0.35)
Limited ball-carrying ambition, typical of a defensive-minded centre-back. (conf 0.35)
Uses frame reasonably to protect the ball in tight areas. (conf 0.35)
Occasional long clearance but no notable striking quality. (conf 0.35)
Distribution
Circulates possession competently in a build-from-back Eredivisie system. (conf 0.35)
Can find longer switches but not a defining trait. (conf 0.35)
Rarely involved in crossing situations as a centre-back. (conf 0.3)
Reads the game adequately for his level of experience. (conf 0.35)
Chance threat
Minimal attacking output expected from this position. (conf 0.3)
Rarely shoots, mostly limited to set-piece opportunities. (conf 0.3)
Positions mainly for defensive cover rather than attacking runs. (conf 0.3)
Occasional set-piece presence but no established record. (conf 0.3)
Duels
Solid in the air, a baseline strength for an Eredivisie centre-back. (conf 0.4)
Competes reasonably well in one-on-one defensive duels. (conf 0.4)
Defense
Engages in the press within Go Ahead Eagles' team structure. (conf 0.35)
Generates a fair share of interceptions and blocks as a starting CB. (conf 0.35)
Generally sound positional discipline expected of a regular starter. (conf 0.4)
Mental
Handles routine situations calmly, untested at the highest level. (conf 0.35)
Makes sensible if unspectacular choices in possession and defense. (conf 0.35)
Consistent defensive effort typical of a dependable squad player. (conf 0.35)
Resilience
No known injury history of note, presumed reasonably durable. (conf 0.3)
Outlook
Early-20s centre-back with room to develop into a steadier Eredivisie regular. (conf 0.35)
Largely unknown outside Dutch domestic football circles. (conf 0.3)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Giovanni van Zwam is a young Dutch centre-back who has come through into first-team football at Go Ahead Eagles in the Eredivisie. He profiles as a straightforward defensive presence, relying on positioning, aerial contests and ground duels rather than flair. At this stage of his career he is best viewed as a developing squad option gaining experience in a mid-table Dutch top-flight side.