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Overview
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Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Solid but unspectacular recovery pace for a Premier League centre-back. (conf 0.5)
Adequate straight-line speed to cover in behind against direct attacks. (conf 0.5)
Reasonable turning ability though more reliant on positioning than quickness. (conf 0.45)
Consistent 90-minute output typical of an every-week Serie A and Championship-level defender. (conf 0.5)
Control
Competent under pressure, comfortable receiving from goalkeeper and midfield. (conf 0.5)
Limited ball-carrying instincts, prioritizes safe progression over take-ons. (conf 0.45)
Uses frame well to protect the ball in tight defensive duels. (conf 0.5)
Modest long-range striking, not a shooting threat from distance. (conf 0.4)
Distribution
Reliable in build-up phases, keeps possession moving through the back line. (conf 0.5)
Capable of switching play though not a standout distributor. (conf 0.45)
Rarely involved in crossing duties as a central defender. (conf 0.4)
Reads passing lanes adequately for a defensive-minded centre-back. (conf 0.45)
Chance threat
Occasional set-piece presence but no notable scoring output. (conf 0.4)
Rarely shoots, sticking to a strictly defensive remit. (conf 0.4)
Positions sensibly on set pieces without being a major goal threat. (conf 0.4)
Not a designated set-piece taker at this level. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Strong in the air, a key defensive attribute for his physical profile. (conf 0.55)
Combative in one-on-one defending, wins a good share of tackles. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Engages when the structure demands but not a high-press initiator. (conf 0.45)
Timely interceptions and blocks that break up opposition attacks. (conf 0.5)
Organized positional sense built from experience in Serie A and Swedish football. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Generally calm on the ball though can be tested by top-tier pressing. (conf 0.5)
Sound judgment in when to engage versus hold defensive shape. (conf 0.5)
Diligent, team-first defender who covers for teammates consistently. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
No major injury history of note in recent seasons. (conf 0.45)
Outlook
Established mid-career defender with limited further ceiling to climb. (conf 0.45)
Known within Swedish and Italian football circles but not a global name. (conf 0.45)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Hjalmar Ekdal is a Swedish centre-back known for his physical, no-nonsense defending style, built on aerial strength and positional discipline. He developed at Djurgarden before moving to Italy with Cagliari, where he became a regular in Serie A, and now finds himself at Burnley in the Premier League. Ekdal is not a flashy ball-player but offers reliability, organization and combativeness at the back.