Hjalmar Ekdal

League: Premier LeagueTeam: BurnleyNationality: Sweden
Positions:CBage:~27

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€89.8m€166.0m
Confidence: 70%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
x̄(w) = 70.5 / 100 · Confidence = 70%

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration60

Notably mobile for his size but not explosive over short bursts. (conf 0.7)

Top speed62

Can cover ground at pace when required but not a sprinter. (conf 0.7)

Agility56

Reasonably agile for a tall centre-back, but tight-turning is limited. (conf 0.7)

Stamina74

Consistent availability and able to sustain concentration over full matches. (conf 0.65)

Control

First touch72

Comfortable receiving under pressure, typical of ball-playing defenders. (conf 0.7)

Dribbling63

Able to drive forward when needed but not a high-risk dribbler. (conf 0.65)

Ball shielding66

Uses body well to protect possession given his frame. (conf 0.65)

Ball striking68

Clean striking from distance and on long passes; technically assured. (conf 0.65)

Distribution

Short passing76

Reliable short-range distribution and recycling of possession. (conf 0.75)

Long passing72

Comfortable with progressive long balls and switching play. (conf 0.7)

Crossing42

Not a regular crosser; limited examples from deep wide positions. (conf 0.6)

Vision70

Sees and executes forward passing lanes; helps build play from the back. (conf 0.7)

Chance threat

Finishing44

Not a primary attacking threat; occasional goals from set-plays. (conf 0.6)

Shot selection48

Rarely attempts speculative efforts; tends to choose safe options. (conf 0.6)

Off-ball movement74

Positions well for defensive coverage and set-piece threats. (conf 0.7)

Set-piece shot45

Contributes on attacking set plays but not a specialist shooter. (conf 0.6)

Duels

Aerial85

Strong aerial presence and frequently dominant in the air. (conf 0.8)

Ground duels78

Firm in 1v1s and effective at winning tackles and blocks. (conf 0.75)

Defense

Pressing intensity66

Engages in coordinated pressing but not relentlessly aggressive. (conf 0.65)

Defensive disruption80

Reads play well to intercept and break up opposition attacks. (conf 0.75)

Defensive positioning79

Typically well-positioned, aiding team shape and cover. (conf 0.75)

Mental

Composure76

Calm in possession and when dealing with pressure in defensive areas. (conf 0.7)

Decision making74

Generally sensible choices on when to step, tackle or play out. (conf 0.7)

Work rate75

Consistent effort levels and involvement across the match. (conf 0.7)

Resilience

Injury reliability70

No persistent long-term availability concerns known publicly. (conf 0.6)

Outlook

Potential78

Room to develop further in a stronger competitive environment. (conf 0.65)

Reputation58

Emerging recognition; respected but not yet widely renowned. (conf 0.6)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

A modern, ball-playing centre-back who combines strong aerial presence with composed distribution. Prefers building play from deeper positions, using range of passing and positional intelligence to break lines. Reliable defensively, with a focus on reading the game and organizing teammates rather than relying solely on physicality.

Grown into a reputation as a cultured centre-back after progressing through domestic youth pathways and testing himself abroad.

Often lauded for calmness under pressure when circulating the ball from the back, which has become a defining trait of his style.

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