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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Sharp burst off the mark that lets him escape tight marking in the final third. (conf 0.75)
Good but not elite straight-line speed, more explosive over short distances. (conf 0.7)
Excellent close control and body feints to shift direction in tight spaces. (conf 0.8)
Tends to drift in and out of games rather than sustain high output all match. (conf 0.6)
Control
Silky first touch under pressure, a hallmark of his game since Benfica breakout. (conf 0.82)
Confident carrying and dribbling through congested midfield and half-space areas. (conf 0.82)
Slight frame limits his ability to hold off physical Saudi league defenders. (conf 0.6)
Capable of powerful, clean strikes from distance when confidence is high. (conf 0.72)
Distribution
Combines well in tight triangles, favors quick one-twos around the box. (conf 0.72)
Not a primary progressive passer, used mainly in advanced areas. (conf 0.55)
Occasional crosser but not a core part of his attacking toolkit. (conf 0.5)
Sees late through-balls and disguised passes in the final third well. (conf 0.72)
Chance threat
Talented finisher with both feet though output has been inconsistent in recent seasons. (conf 0.7)
Has a reputation for forcing low-percentage shots when frustrated. (conf 0.58)
Finds pockets between lines but not a classic penalty-box poacher. (conf 0.65)
Not a primary set-piece taker at his recent clubs, unspectacular record. (conf 0.5)
Duels
Slight build makes him a minimal aerial threat in either box. (conf 0.55)
Wins some duels via technique but lacks physical dominance against strong markers. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Presses in bursts but not renowned for relentless defensive work rate. (conf 0.55)
Limited defensive contribution, more of an attacking specialist. (conf 0.5)
Rarely tracks back consistently or holds defensive shape as a forward. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Generally composed in one-on-ones though has shown frustration during dips in form. (conf 0.65)
Flashes of brilliance undercut by moments of over-elaboration in the final third. (conf 0.6)
Effort levels have fluctuated across loan spells and clubs in his career. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Has had various knocks though no long chronic injury pattern. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Still only mid-20s but career has plateaued below the ceiling once expected. (conf 0.6)
Widely known as a former world-record teenage signing turned journeyman talent. (conf 0.78)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
João Félix is a technically gifted Portuguese forward known for silky close control, clever movement between the lines, and flashes of individual brilliance, now playing for Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League. Once one of the most expensive teenage signings in football history after his move from Benfica to Atletico Madrid, his career since has been defined by loan spells at Chelsea, AC Milan, and Barcelona as he searched for a settled system that maximizes his creative instincts. He is at his best drifting into pockets of space and combining quickly with teammates, though his end product and consistency have never fully matched his early hype.
Broke through at Benfica before a big-money move to Atletico Madrid in 2019.
Had loan spells at Chelsea and Barcelona while an Atletico Madrid player, and later spent time on loan at AC Milan after joining Chelsea permanently.
Full Portugal international who has represented the national team at major tournaments including the 2022 World Cup.
Joined Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League.