James Garner

League: Premier LeagueTeam: EvertonNationality: England
Positions:CMDMAMage:~24

Estimated market value (beta)

€80.5m€144.4m
Confidence: 74%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
x̄(w) = 71.5 / 100 · Confidence = 74%

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration62

Reasonably quick off the mark but not explosively pacey for a midfielder. (conf 0.75)

Top speed65

Solid running speed for carrying the ball across midfield. (conf 0.7)

Agility66

Good balance and change of direction when dribbling in tight areas. (conf 0.7)

Stamina78

Consistently covers a lot of ground and maintains intensity through games. (conf 0.8)

Control

First touch74

Generally reliable control to receive and recycle possession under pressure. (conf 0.8)

Dribbling70

Comfortable carrying the ball forward, prefers efficient progressive dribbles. (conf 0.75)

Ball shielding68

Able to protect the ball and retain possession in midfield duels. (conf 0.7)

Ball striking72

Technically clean strikes from distance and from set situations on occasion. (conf 0.75)

Distribution

Short passing80

Strong short-range distribution and combination play in tight areas. (conf 0.85)

Long passing72

Capable of accurate longer switches and progressive passes when needed. (conf 0.75)

Crossing60

Not a primary crosser; can deliver decent balls when positioned wide. (conf 0.6)

Vision76

Sees progressive lanes and picks passes that break lines of pressure. (conf 0.8)

Chance threat

Finishing65

Can finish chances when arriving late in the box or from distance. (conf 0.7)

Shot selection68

Generally chooses appropriate moments to attempt shots and transitions. (conf 0.7)

Off-ball movement75

Makes intelligent runs to create space and support attacks. (conf 0.8)

Set-piece shot60

Occasionally tasked with set deliveries but not a specialist. (conf 0.65)

Duels

Aerial68

Competent in aerial duels for a central midfielder, wins a fair share. (conf 0.65)

Ground duels75

Strong in 50/50s and ground challenges across midfield. (conf 0.75)

Defense

Pressing intensity72

Active in pressing and recovering the ball in advanced areas. (conf 0.75)

Defensive disruption74

Reads passing lanes and steps in to intercept and break up play. (conf 0.75)

Defensive positioning72

Generally well-positioned to shield the backline and cover spaces. (conf 0.75)

Mental

Composure79

Calm on the ball under pressure and keeps play moving with poise. (conf 0.85)

Decision making75

Makes sensible choices in distribution and when to press or hold position. (conf 0.8)

Work rate85

High engine and consistent effort both offensively and defensively. (conf 0.85)

Resilience

Injury reliability80

Has generally been available and has no notable chronic injury concerns. (conf 0.7)

Outlook

Potential78

Room to develop further technical and tactical aspects to become a top-level regular. (conf 0.75)

Reputation62

Seen as a promising and reliable central midfielder but not yet elite-famous. (conf 0.7)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

A composed, versatile central midfielder who combines a high work-rate with calm ball progression and intelligent positioning. Prefers playing between the lines to link defence and attack, with an emphasis on short passing, pressing and contributing both defensively and offensively.

Noted for a mature, calm presence in midfield that helps steady possession moments under pressure.

Valued for versatility across central roles, able to operate deeper or step into more advanced positions when required.

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