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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 explosive, relies on positioning more than burst. (conf 0.5)
Average pace for a midfielder, rarely sprints. (conf 0.5)
Turns smoothly enough to receive and play out under pressure. (conf 0.5)
Covers a lot of ground across a match as the deepest midfielder. (conf 0.6)
Control
Takes the ball cleanly under pressure to keep PSV's build-up moving. (conf 0.6)
Carries only when needed, not a dribbler. (conf 0.5)
Uses his body well to protect the ball in the pivot. (conf 0.55)
Competent striker, rarely shoots. (conf 0.5)
Distribution
Reliable, quick short passer who sets the tempo. (conf 0.65)
Switches play and finds forwards with long passes from deep. (conf 0.6)
Rarely crosses from the pivot. (conf 0.4)
Reads the game well and picks the progressive pass. (conf 0.55)
Chance threat
Seldom involved in goalscoring. (conf 0.4)
Only shoots when the chance is clear. (conf 0.4)
Mostly stays behind the ball, occasional late runs. (conf 0.45)
No known dead-ball threat. (conf 0.3)
Duels
Decent in the air for a midfielder. (conf 0.5)
Wins many tackles and duels in front of the defence. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Presses within PSV's structure and screens passing lanes. (conf 0.55)
Breaks up play with interceptions and timely tackles. (conf 0.55)
Excellent at holding position and covering lanes. (conf 0.6)
Mental
Calm under pressure, a trusted outlet in build-up. (conf 0.55)
Makes quick, low-risk choices in possession. (conf 0.55)
Consistent effort and discipline over a full match. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Serious knee ligament injury in 2025-26 after a mostly durable career. (conf 0.45)
Outlook
Established at 29 with limited headroom left. (conf 0.45)
PSV captain, three-time champion and Euro 2024 semi-finalist. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Jerdy Schouten is a Dutch defensive midfielder and the captain of PSV Eindhoven. He screens the back four, wins the ball and recycles it with calm short and medium-range passing, rather than offering attacking runs. After developing at Excelsior, he spent four seasons at Bologna in Serie A before joining PSV in 2023. He is a Netherlands international who was part of the squad that reached the semi-finals of Euro 2024.
Named PSV captain in July 2025 and signed a contract extension shortly afterwards.
Won three consecutive Eredivisie titles with PSV, in 2023-24, 2024-25 and 2025-26.