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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Never a burst threat, relies on anticipation rather than speed off the mark. (conf 0.6)
Limited outright pace, a factor that has grown more visible into his mid-30s. (conf 0.6)
Compact and low center of gravity helps him turn quickly in tight midfield areas. (conf 0.6)
Sustains a full 90 minutes shuttling box-to-box but no longer covers elite ground. (conf 0.55)
Control
Reliable control under pressure, a hallmark of his tidy technical game. (conf 0.65)
Can carry the ball short distances to escape pressure but not a dribbler by trade. (conf 0.55)
Uses body positioning smartly despite lacking great physical stature. (conf 0.55)
Capable of driven strikes from distance though not a frequent shooter. (conf 0.5)
Distribution
Metronomic short and medium range distribution has anchored Feyenoord and AZ midfields for years. (conf 0.7)
Switches play with good range, a key part of his deep-lying playmaker profile. (conf 0.65)
Rarely delivers from wide areas given his central holding role. (conf 0.5)
Reads passing lanes well and picks progressive options from deep. (conf 0.65)
Chance threat
Goals have always been rare, not part of his game as a defensive midfielder. (conf 0.5)
Sensible and infrequent shooting choices consistent with a holding midfield role. (conf 0.45)
Positions to offer a consistent outlet rather than making incisive late runs. (conf 0.5)
Not a regular set-piece taker at recent clubs. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Undersized for aerial duels, a recognized limitation throughout his career. (conf 0.55)
Wins tackles through timing and positioning more than raw duel strength. (conf 0.6)
Defense
Engages pressing schemes intelligently but with reduced intensity as he has aged. (conf 0.5)
Excellent interception instincts have long been his signature defensive trait. (conf 0.6)
Screens the back line expertly, a veteran anchor in front of the defense. (conf 0.65)
Mental
Calm under pressure with the ball, rarely panics in tight midfield areas. (conf 0.65)
Experienced game management and smart tempo control built over a long top-flight career. (conf 0.65)
Diligent defensive work rate, though covers less ground than in his Feyenoord prime. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Has dealt with various knocks over his career limiting some seasons' availability. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
Mid-30s campaigner past his physical peak with a gradually shrinking role likely ahead. (conf 0.55)
Well known in Dutch football as a former Feyenoord captain and Eredivisie mainstay. (conf 0.65)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Jordy Clasie is a compact Dutch defensive midfielder known for his positional intelligence, tidy short passing and sharp interception timing rather than physical dominance. A former Feyenoord captain who also spent time in the Premier League with Southampton, he returned to Dutch football and now anchors midfield for AZ in the Eredivisie. At this stage of his career he offers experience, composure on the ball and tactical discipline more than athletic upside.
Captained Feyenoord and was part of the squad that won the 2016-17 Eredivisie title.
Moved to Southampton in the Premier League before later returning to Dutch football.