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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Quick over short distances, able to burst past midfield pressure. (conf 0.8)
Not a track sprinter but covers ground effectively in transition. (conf 0.7)
Excellent close-quarters turning and body control in tight midfield areas. (conf 0.85)
Covers box-to-box every match at a relentless tempo for PSG. (conf 0.8)
Control
Clean, secure first touch under pressure even in crowded central areas. (conf 0.85)
Comfortable carrying the ball through lines with quick feet and low center of gravity. (conf 0.85)
Strong for his size, uses body well to protect possession from bigger midfielders. (conf 0.8)
Capable long-range technique but not a primary shooting threat. (conf 0.65)
Distribution
Crisp, quick combination passing that keeps PSG's tempo high. (conf 0.9)
Can switch play and find runners though not his defining trait. (conf 0.75)
Rarely delivers crosses given his central deep-lying role. (conf 0.5)
Reads passing lanes well and progresses play with incisive choices. (conf 0.8)
Chance threat
Occasional goal threat from midfield but not a natural finisher. (conf 0.6)
Generally picks smart moments to shoot rather than force efforts. (conf 0.6)
Finds pockets of space to receive and support attacking phases. (conf 0.75)
Not established as a dedicated set-piece taker at PSG. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Undersized for aerial duels, wins fewer than typical midfield anchors. (conf 0.55)
Combative tackler who wins the ball back cleanly and quickly. (conf 0.8)
Defense
Relentless presser, key to PSG's high defensive line under Luis Enrique. (conf 0.85)
Excellent interceptor who breaks up opposition attacks in the middle third. (conf 0.8)
Disciplined positional sense screening the back line as a deep midfielder. (conf 0.75)
Mental
Rarely rattled on the ball, plays with maturity beyond his age. (conf 0.8)
Makes quick, largely correct choices in transition and possession. (conf 0.8)
Tireless engine praised by coaches for covering every blade of grass. (conf 0.85)
Resilience
Generally available but has had occasional muscular knocks. (conf 0.6)
Outlook
Elite young talent still developing at one of Europe's biggest clubs. (conf 0.85)
Rising star known across Europe following his big-money PSG move. (conf 0.75)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
João Neves is a dynamic, ball-winning central midfielder who combines relentless pressing with tidy, quick-tempo passing to dictate the middle third. Signed by Paris Saint-Germain from Benfica for a club-record fee, he has quickly established himself as a first-team fixture under Luis Enrique alongside Vitinha. Undersized but combative, he compensates with agility, anticipation, and a mature reading of the game rarely seen at his age. His engine and work rate make him a key cog in PSG's high-pressing system.
Joined Paris Saint-Germain from Benfica in the summer of 2024 in a major transfer.
Came through Benfica's academy and broke into their first team as a teenager.
Established Portugal international, part of the senior national team setup.
Won the UEFA Champions League with PSG in 2025.