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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Good recovery speed for a tall centre-back, not a burner. (conf 0.6)
Long-striding pace lets him cover in behind against fast forwards. (conf 0.6)
Comfortable turning and adjusting, useful in his occasional left-back role. (conf 0.55)
Copes with covering both centre-back and full-back duties across a season. (conf 0.55)
Control
Clean control under pressure typical of a modern ball-playing centre-back. (conf 0.55)
Can carry the ball out from the back but not a dribbling specialist. (conf 0.55)
Uses his frame to protect the ball when pressed near his own box. (conf 0.55)
Serviceable long-range technique, rarely called on to shoot. (conf 0.45)
Distribution
Reliable in build-up phases, comfortable playing out under pressure. (conf 0.55)
Can switch play and hit progressive line-breaking passes from deep. (conf 0.55)
Limited delivery quality, not a natural crossing threat even at left-back. (conf 0.45)
Reads passing lanes reasonably well when stepping into midfield. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Minimal end product, scores rarely as a defender. (conf 0.45)
Not often in shooting positions given his defensive role. (conf 0.4)
Attacks set-piece situations with reasonable timing. (conf 0.45)
Not a designated set-piece taker. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Strong in the air at 1.89m, a genuine threat and defensive asset on crosses. (conf 0.65)
Physically imposing tackler who wins the majority of one-on-one duels. (conf 0.6)
Defense
Engages forwards actively when defending in a high line. (conf 0.5)
Effective interceptor with good anticipation to cut passing lanes. (conf 0.55)
Generally sound structural awareness, versatile across the back line. (conf 0.6)
Mental
Settled on the ball even under Premier League and now Portuguese top-flight pressure. (conf 0.55)
Occasionally caught in possession but overall decisions are sound. (conf 0.5)
Diligent defensive worker willing to cover wide areas. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Has had spells out injured but generally available for stretches of games. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
Mid-20s defender still with room to refine consistency at a big club. (conf 0.55)
Established Poland international known from his Arsenal and Spezia spells. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Jakub Kiwior is a tall, versatile Polish defender comfortable at centre-back or left-back, blending physical presence with composed distribution. Since his move from Spezia to Arsenal in 2023 he became a squad regular under Mikel Arteta before joining FC Porto, where he anchors the backline in Liga Portugal. He is a strong aerial defender and progressive passer rather than an explosive athlete, and remains a fixture in the Poland national team setup.
Signed by Arsenal from Spezia in January 2023 for a fee reported around 25 million euros.
Poland international centre-back/left-back capable of covering multiple defensive positions.
Moved from Arsenal to FC Porto in the 2025-26 season.