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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Gets across the ground adequately for a tall centre-back; not a quick starter. (conf 0.3)
Decent recovery pace for his size, enough to cover in a higher line. (conf 0.3)
Long frame limits sharp turning in tight spaces. (conf 0.3)
Few senior minutes yet, so match endurance is unproven at this level. (conf 0.25)
Control
Comfortable receiving with either foot, as described by those who have seen him. (conf 0.3)
Carries the ball only to step out of defence; not a dribbling threat. (conf 0.3)
Tall, long-limbed frame helps him screen the ball from forwards. (conf 0.3)
Clean enough technique, but shooting is not a feature of his game. (conf 0.25)
Distribution
Capable with both feet and tidy on simple build-up passes. (conf 0.3)
Long-range passing is repeatedly noted as a strength of his game. (conf 0.35)
Rarely needs to deliver crosses from a centre-back role. (conf 0.25)
A wide field of view is cited as a trait; picks out switches from deep. (conf 0.3)
Chance threat
Defender with no goal record to speak of at senior level. (conf 0.25)
Seldom shoots; limited evidence either way. (conf 0.2)
Attacking runs matter little in his role; set-piece movement is untested. (conf 0.2)
No known dead-ball or long-range shooting threat. (conf 0.2)
Duels
Height and power give him a solid base in the air, still maturing against Premier League forwards. (conf 0.35)
Physical and willing in 1v1s, though with limited top-flight exposure. (conf 0.3)
Defense
Steps out when asked but is not a pressing specialist. (conf 0.25)
Reads play well enough to intercept and tackle at 2. Bundesliga level. (conf 0.3)
Sound positioning for his age, with room to sharpen against elite attackers. (conf 0.3)
Mental
Calm on the ball in build-up, as seen in his loan spell in Germany. (conf 0.3)
Sensible choices at a young age; high-pressure decisions still untested. (conf 0.25)
Professional attitude in a development role, but little data. (conf 0.25)
Resilience
A thigh injury with a relapse in rehabilitation cut short his 2025-26 loan. (conf 0.3)
Outlook
Young, athletic centre-back with a Premier League contract and a senior international call-up. (conf 0.35)
Known as Brentford's first Korean centre-back; modest profile otherwise. (conf 0.35)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Ji-soo Kim is a South Korean centre-back who plays for Brentford. A tall, powerful defender comfortable on either foot, he is valued for his long passing and wide field of view, and has been compared in style to Kim Min-jae. He came through Seongnam FC's youth system before moving to west London, was promoted to the senior squad in 2024 and has gone out on loan to continue his development. He has represented South Korea at youth levels up to the U23 side.
Became the first Korean centre-back affiliated to a Premier League club when promoted to Brentford's senior squad in June 2024.
Made his Premier League debut as a substitute against Brighton on 27 December 2024.
Helped South Korea reach the semi-finals of the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup.