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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Sharp first steps help him break lines when carrying the ball forward. (conf 0.55)
Decent top speed, enough to threaten in transitions without being a sprinter. (conf 0.5)
Quick change of direction in tight central spaces between the lines. (conf 0.55)
Covers plenty of ground in a high-tempo PSV side across a full season. (conf 0.5)
Control
Controls cleanly on the half-turn and sets up the next action smoothly. (conf 0.6)
Confident ball-carrier who beats pressure with close control in midfield. (conf 0.6)
Uses his body well to hold the ball when receiving between the lines. (conf 0.5)
Strikes cleanly from range and was a regular goal scorer for PSV. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Combines well in tight spaces and plays quick, accurate one-twos. (conf 0.55)
Competent on longer passes, though he is more of a short-link player. (conf 0.45)
Delivers adequately from wide areas but crossing is not a feature. (conf 0.4)
Finds runners and gaps between lines with good awareness. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Composed in front of goal and scores in a variety of ways. (conf 0.6)
Picks his shooting moments well, rarely forcing low-value attempts. (conf 0.5)
Positional sense and off-the-ball movement are his standout traits. (conf 0.6)
Occasional long-range threat but not a known dead-ball specialist. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Average in the air; wins little through aerial duels. (conf 0.45)
Holds his own in duels thanks to balance and sound timing. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Presses actively from the front of midfield in PSV's high-pressing system. (conf 0.5)
Contributes some turnovers by pressing but is not a ball-winner. (conf 0.4)
Adequate in tracking runners; his value lies in attack. (conf 0.4)
Mental
Calm decision-maker in the final third and in big European fixtures. (conf 0.55)
Chooses well between pass, dribble and shot in advanced areas. (conf 0.5)
Consistent runner both in possession and when pressing. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
No major injury record is documented in available sources. (conf 0.3)
Outlook
Still developing at 25 after a step up from PSV to Bayern. (conf 0.5)
Eredivisie champion with PSV and Morocco international, now at Bayern. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Ismael Saibari is a Moroccan attacking midfielder, born in Terrassa, Spain, and raised in Belgium, who plays between the lines and can also operate as a forward. He is known for his off-the-ball movement, ball-carrying and composure in front of goal. After youth spells at Beerschot, Anderlecht, Mechelen and Genk he joined PSV Eindhoven in 2020, progressed via Jong PSV and won several Eredivisie titles. He moved to Bayern Munich on 1 July 2026 and is an established Morocco international.
Joined PSV Eindhoven's youth system in 2020 and rose through Jong PSV to the first team.
Moved from PSV Eindhoven to Bayern Munich on 1 July 2026.
Part of Morocco's winning squad at the 2023 U-23 Africa Cup of Nations.