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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Modest burst but not a liability given his positional discipline. (conf 0.6)
Average recovery pace for a deep-lying defensive midfielder. (conf 0.55)
Turns and shifts body well to escape pressure in tight areas. (conf 0.55)
Covers ground consistently across 90 minutes screening the back line. (conf 0.65)
Control
Clean, reliable touch under pressure typical of a regista profile. (conf 0.65)
Functional carrying ability but prioritizes safe progression over take-ons. (conf 0.55)
Uses frame effectively to protect the ball in midfield duels. (conf 0.6)
Capable long-range striker of the ball though not a frequent shooter. (conf 0.5)
Distribution
Composed, tempo-setting passer known for circulating play from deep. (conf 0.75)
Switches play and finds line-breaking balls from the base of midfield. (conf 0.7)
Rarely delivers crosses given his deep positional role. (conf 0.5)
Reads passing lanes well to pick out progressive options. (conf 0.65)
Chance threat
Not a goal threat, scores rarely from his deep-lying role. (conf 0.5)
Sensible, infrequent shooting decisions from distance. (conf 0.5)
Positions to offer a consistent outlet rather than making late runs. (conf 0.5)
Not a designated set-piece taker at club level. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Competent in the air for a defensive midfielder, wins his share of duels. (conf 0.6)
Strong tackler who reads and times challenges well in midfield. (conf 0.65)
Defense
Applies steady pressure and closes passing lanes diligently. (conf 0.6)
Effective interceptor who breaks up opposition attacks as a pivot. (conf 0.65)
Excellent positional sense shielding the back line, his signature trait. (conf 0.7)
Mental
Rarely rattled under pressure, calm distributor from deep areas. (conf 0.7)
Makes sound choices balancing risk in build-up play. (conf 0.65)
Diligent, tireless presence covering midfield ground for his team. (conf 0.65)
Resilience
Generally available with no major long-term injury history known. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
Late-20s pivot likely near his career peak with limited further upside. (conf 0.55)
Respected Eredivisie and Serie A regular, known within Dutch football circles. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Jerdy Schouten is a Dutch defensive midfielder known for his composure, positional intelligence, and progressive passing as a deep-lying pivot rather than as a traditional centre-back. He built his reputation at Bologna in Serie A as a metronomic screening midfielder before returning to PSV Eindhoven in the Eredivisie. His game is built on shielding the back line, breaking up play, and dictating tempo with short and long distribution rather than physical dominance or attacking output.
Developed through Excelsior and Sparta Rotterdam before establishing himself as a first-team regular.
Spent several seasons at Bologna in Serie A as a defensive midfield pivot before joining PSV Eindhoven in 2023.
Primarily deployed as a defensive midfielder rather than a centre-back throughout his career.