Josip Juranović

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League: BundesligaTeam: 1. FC Union BerlinNationality: Croatia
Positions:CBAge: ~30

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€5.5m€25.0m
Confidence: 57%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 72 / 100·Confidence 57%

Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration74

Quick enough to recover and support the wing but not a burst-speed outlier. (conf 0.65)

Top speed73

Solid straight-line pace typical of a top international right-back. (conf 0.6)

Agility72

Comfortable turning and adjusting body shape in one-on-one duels. (conf 0.6)

Stamina80

High-mileage full-back who repeatedly bombs up and down the flank. (conf 0.65)

Control

First touch70

Reliable touch under pressure for a defender operating in tight wide areas. (conf 0.55)

Dribbling66

Can carry the ball forward in transition but not a dribble-heavy profile. (conf 0.55)

Ball shielding71

Uses frame well to protect the ball on the touchline. (conf 0.55)

Ball striking68

Capable long-range and driven ball striking, occasionally shown from distance. (conf 0.5)

Distribution

Short passing74

Tidy combination play with midfielders in build-up phases. (conf 0.6)

Long passing72

Can switch play with reasonable accuracy from right-back areas. (conf 0.55)

Crossing78

One of his stronger tools, delivering dangerous balls from wide right. (conf 0.65)

Vision70

Reads passing lanes well for an overlapping full-back. (conf 0.5)

Chance threat

Finishing60

Occasional goal threat, notably a converted penalty at the 2022 World Cup. (conf 0.5)

Shot selection62

Picks his moments to shoot rather than forcing chances. (conf 0.45)

Off-ball movement70

Times overlapping and underlapping runs to support wide attacks. (conf 0.5)

Set-piece shot65

Trusted with some free-kick and penalty duties for club and country. (conf 0.5)

Duels

Aerial63

Competes but is undersized for a full-back in direct aerial duels. (conf 0.5)

Ground duels76

Combative tackler who wins a strong share of one-on-one confrontations. (conf 0.6)

Defense

Pressing intensity75

Energetic in pressing triggers along the right flank. (conf 0.55)

Defensive disruption74

Active interceptor who disrupts wide attacking rhythm effectively. (conf 0.55)

Defensive positioning73

Generally sound positional discipline, honed under Celtic and Croatia's structure. (conf 0.55)

Mental

Composure74

Calm under pressure, evidenced by big-stage international performances. (conf 0.6)

Decision making72

Balances attacking overlaps with defensive responsibility sensibly. (conf 0.55)

Work rate82

Tireless shuttling between defensive and attacking duties. (conf 0.65)

Resilience

Injury reliability65

Generally available though has had some injury interruptions in recent seasons. (conf 0.5)

Outlook

Potential55

Established international at 30, likely near his performance ceiling. (conf 0.55)

Reputation68

Well known as a Croatia regular and 2022 World Cup semi-finalist. (conf 0.65)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Josip Juranović is a combative, high-energy Croatian right-back known for his overlapping runs, dangerous crossing, and defensive tenacity despite modest size. He rose to prominence at Celtic before moving to West Ham and then joining 1. FC Union Berlin in the Bundesliga, where he continues to operate primarily as a wide defender. A regular for Croatia, he was part of the squad that reached the 2022 World Cup semi-finals. His game blends stamina and work rate with a genuine attacking outlet down the right flank.

Rose to prominence at Celtic before transferring to 1. FC Union Berlin.

Regular member of Croatia's national team squad, including their 2022 World Cup run to the semi-finals.

Moved to 1. FC Union Berlin in the Bundesliga.

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