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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Average burst for a holding midfielder; no standout pace data. (conf 0.4)
Adequate straight-line speed for a ball-winning midfielder. (conf 0.4)
Compact 1.78m frame; turns adequately but is not a dribbler. (conf 0.38)
Over 200 senior games across several leagues suggest a solid engine. (conf 0.42)
Control
Comfortable receiving in midfield; not a creative technician. (conf 0.4)
Rarely carries past opponents; mainly a ball-winner. (conf 0.4)
Uses his body well when shielding as a holding midfielder. (conf 0.4)
Average strike technique; no standout shooting or driven passing. (conf 0.38)
Distribution
Reliable short distribution from deep rather than penetrative. (conf 0.4)
Adequate range from deep; no strong evidence of switches. (conf 0.38)
Not a crossing player; operates in central midfield zones. (conf 0.35)
Plays simple, safe passes rather than creating chances. (conf 0.38)
Chance threat
Four goals in over 200 senior appearances. (conf 0.38)
Takes few shots, in line with his defensive role. (conf 0.35)
Mostly holds position rather than making attacking runs. (conf 0.35)
No known dead-ball or long-range threat. (conf 0.32)
Duels
Ranks in the 91st percentile for aerial duels won among midfielders. (conf 0.45)
Strong defensive contributions are his defining trait on FotMob. (conf 0.42)
Defense
Ball-winning midfielder who contributes heavily to pressing. (conf 0.4)
Defensive actions are a strength of his profile on FotMob. (conf 0.42)
Disciplined holding midfielder; tracks and covers his zone. (conf 0.4)
Mental
Calm in simple actions; not a progressive playmaker under pressure. (conf 0.38)
Safe, low-risk choices fit a holding role. (conf 0.38)
High-effort ball-winner who has been a regular across clubs. (conf 0.4)
Resilience
No major injury history found in public sources. (conf 0.28)
Outlook
25 with experience across Europe; limited headroom remaining. (conf 0.38)
Journeyman career in Europe, with one Ivory Coast cap in 2024. (conf 0.4)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Kader Keita is an Ivorian defensive midfielder, also used as a central midfielder, who joined Al-Riyadh in 2026. Born in Ouragahio and a dual French-Ivorian national, he started in the reserve sides of Ajaccio and Lille before moving to Westerlo in 2019. He then played for Sion on loan, Sivasspor, CFR Cluj and Rapid Bucharest, reaching over 200 senior appearances. He has one senior cap for Ivory Coast and is rated well in the air for a midfielder, which suits a ball-winning role.
Won his only senior cap for Ivory Coast in 2024 after earlier playing for the Olympic side.