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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Solid initial burst but not explosive at 32 years old. (conf 0.75)
Adequate recovery pace, no longer a standout sprinter. (conf 0.7)
Comfortable changing direction to overlap and recover in wide areas. (conf 0.7)
Copes with repeated overlapping runs across a Premier League season. (conf 0.7)
Control
Clean control under pressure lets him set up quickly for crosses and passes. (conf 0.8)
Capable of beating a man in tight wide areas but not a primary dribbler. (conf 0.7)
Uses body reasonably well to protect the ball down the flank. (conf 0.65)
Renowned for a powerful, whipped left foot on crosses and free kicks. (conf 0.85)
Distribution
Reliable in build-up phases, comfortable combining in tight spaces. (conf 0.78)
Excellent diagonal switches exploit his left-footed range. (conf 0.8)
One of the best delivery specialists from left back in the Premier League. (conf 0.9)
Spots overlapping runs and switches of play consistently. (conf 0.75)
Chance threat
Occasional long-range or set-piece threat but not a natural goalscorer. (conf 0.55)
Picks his moments to shoot mainly from direct free kicks. (conf 0.55)
Times overlapping and underlapping runs to support wide attacks. (conf 0.65)
Dangerous dead-ball specialist with a heavy, curling left foot. (conf 0.88)
Duels
Below-average height limits his aerial presence for a full back. (conf 0.6)
Competent one-on-one defender though can be beaten by pace. (conf 0.65)
Defense
Engages higher up but not a relentless presser at this stage of his career. (conf 0.6)
Reads passing lanes reasonably well to intercept crosses and cutbacks. (conf 0.6)
Experienced positioning compensates for some lost recovery speed. (conf 0.68)
Mental
Calm on the ball even when pressed near his own box. (conf 0.8)
Generally makes the right choice between cross, pass or carry. (conf 0.72)
Puts in consistent defensive and attacking shifts down the flank. (conf 0.68)
Resilience
History of notable injuries including a serious ankle fracture at Everton. (conf 0.6)
Outlook
Past his physical peak with the trajectory of a solid veteran full back. (conf 0.6)
Well-known France international with a long Premier League and PSG/Barcelona pedigree. (conf 0.78)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Lucas Digne is a veteran French left back at Aston Villa renowned for his ball-striking quality, delivering dangerous crosses and free kicks with his left foot. Now in his early thirties, he has lost a step athletically but remains a reliable outlet in build-up play and a genuine set-piece weapon. A former Barcelona and PSG player with senior France caps, he brings composure and experience to Villa's left flank.
Former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain left back who came through the Lille academy.
Recognized as one of the Premier League's premier crossing and set-piece specialists at left back.
Capped by the France national team.