Isa Sakamoto

League: Jupiler Pro LeagueTeam: KVC WesterloNationality: Japan
Positions:STCFage:~22

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€46.4m€158.8m
Confidence: 55%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
x̄(w) = 70.8 / 100 · Confidence = 55%

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration79

Quick first steps to separate in the box and attack space, regularly bursts across defenders. (conf 0.55)

Top speed82

Able to stretch back lines with runs in behind and sustain longer sprints. (conf 0.55)

Agility78

Sharp changes of direction when darting across the near post or rolling markers. (conf 0.55)

Stamina77

High work rate in the press and repeated channel runs across 90 minutes. (conf 0.55)

Control

First touch76

Clean one-touch setups for shots; occasional pops under pressure. (conf 0.55)

Dribbling74

Functional ball-carrying to attack space; not an isolation dribbler by trade. (conf 0.55)

Ball shielding63

Can link briefly but not a back-to-goal target; size/strength limit hold-up. (conf 0.55)

Ball striking72

Clean contact off either foot from central zones; power is adequate more than elite. (conf 0.55)

Distribution

Short passing72

Reliable layoffs and give-and-go combinations around the box. (conf 0.55)

Long passing60

Limited range; rarely tasked with switches or through balls from deep. (conf 0.55)

Crossing62

Occasional cut-backs when drifting wide; not a primary crosser. (conf 0.55)

Vision66

Sees nearby runs for wall passes; chance creation leans on movement rather than threading passes. (conf 0.55)

Chance threat

Finishing76

Good on one-touch and near-post finishes; composed in tight central spaces. (conf 0.55)

Shot selection70

Prefers high-value shots inside the box; can force efforts from wide angles at times. (conf 0.55)

Off-ball movement80

Times curved and blind-side runs well; smart separation on cutbacks. (conf 0.55)

Set-piece shot55

Not a dedicated set-piece taker. (conf 0.55)

Duels

Aerial60

Competitive timing but limited reach against larger center-backs. (conf 0.55)

Ground duels66

Tenacious and quick into tackles from the front; relies on agility more than strength. (conf 0.55)

Defense

Pressing intensity82

Relentless presser with repeat sprints and good trigger recognition. (conf 0.6)

Defensive disruption54

Creates turnovers from the front; limited impact deeper. (conf 0.55)

Defensive positioning52

Press structure understanding is solid, but deeper block positioning is basic. (conf 0.55)

Mental

Composure73

Stays calm on quick finishes and in congestion inside the area. (conf 0.55)

Decision making70

Generally chooses runs and layoffs well; occasional rushed shots under pressure. (conf 0.55)

Work rate82

Consistently active without the ball and tracks back when required. (conf 0.6)

Resilience

Injury reliability75

No major injury flags known; typical robustness for a high-mobility forward. (conf 0.5)

Outlook

Potential80

Profile projects well with movement, pressing, and box instincts; upside as finishing and link play refine. (conf 0.55)

Reputation48

Emerging name with growing recognition but not yet widely established. (conf 0.55)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Mobile center forward who thrives on sharp movement, pressing triggers, and attacking space. Works off the shoulder to exploit gaps, finishes quickly from central lanes, and combines in tight areas without being a classic target. Developing hold-up play and final-third decision speed, but already offers relentless energy and intelligent runs that open lanes for teammates.

Has been deployed both centrally and drifting to the right channel to attack space behind the line.

Coaches highlight his timing on blind-side runs and instinct for near-post finishes.

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