Julian Niehues

Modest burst typical of a Bundesliga-level central midfielder. (conf 0.35)

Average straight-line speed, not a defining trait of his game. (conf 0.35)

Reasonable change of direction in tight midfield areas. (conf 0.35)

Covers ground consistently as expected of a Heidenheim engine-room midfielder. (conf 0.4)

Controls the ball cleanly enough for a mid-table Bundesliga side. (conf 0.35)

Limited take-on threat, more a functional carrier of the ball. (conf 0.35)

Uses frame adequately to protect possession under pressure. (conf 0.35)

Occasional strikes from distance but not a standout weapon. (conf 0.35)

Reliable in build-up phases within Heidenheim's structured setup. (conf 0.4)

Capable of switching play though not a primary distributor. (conf 0.35)

Rarely the delivery option from wide areas as a central midfielder. (conf 0.3)

Adequate awareness of teammates' movement in possession. (conf 0.35)

Not known as a regular goal threat from midfield. (conf 0.3)

Generally sensible about when to shoot from range. (conf 0.3)

Finds pockets of space typical of a box-to-box role. (conf 0.35)

Not established as a set-piece taker. (conf 0.3)

Competes adequately in the air for a midfielder of his build. (conf 0.3)

Competitive in midfield battles at Bundesliga mid-table level. (conf 0.35)

Fits Heidenheim's demanding, high-effort pressing identity. (conf 0.4)

Contributes to disrupting opposition build-up in a compact system. (conf 0.35)

Generally disciplined shape within a well-organized Heidenheim side. (conf 0.35)

Handles routine possession situations without notable panic. (conf 0.35)

Makes sound if unspectacular choices in midfield transitions. (conf 0.35)

High-effort profile suited to Heidenheim's demanding tactical model. (conf 0.4)

No known chronic injury history at this stage. (conf 0.35)

Mid-twenties midfielder with a modest ceiling for further growth. (conf 0.35)

Little recognition outside Heidenheim's fanbase and domestic circles. (conf 0.35)