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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Not a burst athlete; relies on positioning rather than pace to beat opponents. (conf 0.55)
Modest top-end speed typical of a possession-based number ten or eight. (conf 0.5)
Comfortable turning in tight spaces to retain the ball under pressure. (conf 0.55)
Covers ground steadily across a match but not a high-volume box-to-box runner. (conf 0.5)
Control
Clean first touch that lets him play quickly in tight central areas. (conf 0.6)
Can carry the ball short distances and combine but not a dedicated one-on-one dribbler. (conf 0.55)
Uses his frame reasonably well to protect the ball in midfield congestion. (conf 0.5)
Good technique on his left foot for driven passes and shots from distance. (conf 0.6)
Distribution
Reliable circulator of possession with crisp combination play in central zones. (conf 0.6)
Capable of switching play with accurate longer diagonals. (conf 0.55)
Occasional delivery from wide but not a primary creative tool of his game. (conf 0.45)
Known in MLS and the Eredivisie as a creative playmaker who unlocks defenses with through balls. (conf 0.6)
Chance threat
Chips in with occasional goals but not a primary goal threat. (conf 0.5)
Generally picks sensible moments to shoot rather than forcing efforts. (conf 0.5)
Finds pockets between lines to receive and turn. (conf 0.5)
Trusted taker of free kicks and corners with a dangerous left foot. (conf 0.55)
Duels
Slight build limits his impact in aerial duels. (conf 0.45)
Competes for the ball but not known as a physical ball-winner. (conf 0.45)
Defense
Contributes to team pressing structure without being a relentless presser. (conf 0.45)
Limited defensive output befitting an attack-minded central midfielder. (conf 0.4)
Understands positional discipline more from experience than defensive instinct. (conf 0.45)
Mental
Calm on the ball in tight midfield areas, rarely rushed into errors. (conf 0.55)
Experienced game-reader who generally chooses the right pass or pause. (conf 0.55)
Steady but not maximal effort level for a player of his profile. (conf 0.45)
Resilience
No major injury history known, reasonably durable across his career. (conf 0.4)
Outlook
In his early thirties with limited remaining upward trajectory at this stage. (conf 0.5)
Known within MLS and Dutch football circles but not a global name. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Jamiro Monteiro is a technically composed central midfielder now playing for PEC Zwolle in the Eredivisie after a career spent largely between the Dutch leagues and MLS, most notably with Philadelphia Union. A left-footed creator, he thrives on quick combination play, set-piece delivery, and finding line-breaking passes from central areas rather than physical or defensive contributions. At this stage of his career he offers experience and technical reliability more than upside.
Spent several seasons in MLS with Philadelphia Union before returning to European football.