Gora Diouf

Adequate first-step burst for a 185 cm centre-back, not a standout. (conf 0.35)

Reasonable recovery pace for a tall centre-back in the Belgian top flight. (conf 0.35)

Upright, longer-levered frame limits quick turns in tight spaces. (conf 0.35)

Plays full matches in a back line; no sign of fitness limits. (conf 0.35)

Control is functional rather than refined for a defender. (conf 0.35)

Rarely asked to carry the ball past opponents from the back. (conf 0.35)

Uses a strong 75 kg frame to shield the ball when pressed. (conf 0.35)

Striking is basic; clears and simple passes rather than driven balls. (conf 0.35)

Short distribution is safe but unspectacular at this level. (conf 0.35)

Little evidence of long-range passing as a strength. (conf 0.35)

Crossing is not part of a centre-back's role. (conf 0.35)

Limited creative range from a defensive position. (conf 0.35)

Finishing is not a feature of his game beyond set-piece threat. (conf 0.35)

Seldom shoots; selection is mostly about when to attack corners. (conf 0.35)

Occasional runs at set pieces; little off-ball threat in open play. (conf 0.35)

No known dead-ball shooting ability. (conf 0.35)

Height of 185 cm and good timing make him competitive in the air. (conf 0.35)

Physical, committed in duels; card record suggests an aggressive edge. (conf 0.35)

Steps out to engage, within a centre-back's usual pressing role. (conf 0.35)

Willing tackler who breaks up play, sometimes at the cost of cards. (conf 0.35)

Developing positional discipline after limited senior minutes. (conf 0.35)

Can be rushed under pressure; discipline slips at times. (conf 0.35)

Reads danger reasonably but is still maturing in judgement. (conf 0.35)

Consistent effort and recovery in defensive duties. (conf 0.35)

Missed time with injuries during his Sion years. (conf 0.3)

Age 23 with a recent breakthrough in senior football and room to grow. (conf 0.35)

Little known outside Belgium and Switzerland; a squad-level reputation. (conf 0.35)