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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Quick over short distances to beat markers in tight wide areas. (conf 0.55)
Not a burner but has enough pace to threaten in transition. (conf 0.5)
Low center of gravity gives him tight, quick change-of-direction dribbling. (conf 0.55)
Covers his zone adequately but not known as a relentless engine. (conf 0.5)
Control
Comfortable receiving under pressure in tight Serie A midfields. (conf 0.55)
Signature trait, using close control to escape pressure and beat a man. (conf 0.6)
Average frame limits his ability to hold off bigger defenders. (conf 0.45)
Capable of a clean strike from range though not a primary shooter. (conf 0.45)
Distribution
Reliable combination play in tight central and half-space areas. (conf 0.55)
Adequate range but not a primary long-distribution creator. (conf 0.45)
Occasional delivery from wide areas but not his main weapon. (conf 0.45)
Finds pockets and lay-offs for runners in the final third. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Chips in occasional goals but not a natural high-volume scorer. (conf 0.45)
Sometimes forces low-percentage efforts when dribbling into contact. (conf 0.45)
Finds space between lines typical of a creative attacking midfielder. (conf 0.45)
Not a regular dead-ball specialist for his teams. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Small, compact build leaves him weak in aerial duels. (conf 0.45)
Wins his share of duels through balance and low center of gravity. (conf 0.45)
Defense
Applies moderate pressure but not a high-intensity presser. (conf 0.4)
Limited defensive output typical of a Brazilian attacking playmaker. (conf 0.4)
Prioritizes attacking positioning over tracking back consistently. (conf 0.4)
Mental
Generally calm on the ball in tight spaces around the box. (conf 0.5)
Can be inconsistent choosing when to dribble versus release the ball. (conf 0.45)
Contributes going forward more than in defensive phases. (conf 0.45)
Resilience
No major long-term injury history known but limited data available. (conf 0.4)
Outlook
In his early thirties, likely near the tail of his development curve. (conf 0.5)
Known in Brazilian and Russian football circles, less so in Serie A. (conf 0.5)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Hernani is a compact, technical Brazilian attacking midfielder who thrives on close control and quick feet to unlock defenses from the half-spaces and right flank. He built his reputation with Internacional and Zenit Saint Petersburg before moving into Serie A with Parma. His game leans on dribbling and combination play rather than physical dominance or defensive work, making him best deployed as a creative outlet in a possession-based system.
Developed in Brazil before moving to Europe.
Spent time at Zenit Saint Petersburg in the Russian Premier League prior to joining Parma.