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Overview
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Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Quick over short distances to recover and close down attackers. (conf 0.75)
Good recovery pace though blunted somewhat by past knee injuries. (conf 0.7)
Comfortable turning and adjusting body shape in tight defensive duels. (conf 0.7)
Solid work output but has managed load carefully since serious injuries. (conf 0.6)
Control
Clean control under pressure allows him to play out from the back. (conf 0.65)
Can carry the ball out of defence but not a primary progressor. (conf 0.6)
Strong frame lets him protect the ball well against pressing forwards. (conf 0.65)
Competent passer of the ball without a standout long-range strike. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Reliable in possession, comfortable building from left-back or centre-back. (conf 0.7)
Can switch play adequately though not a renowned distributor. (conf 0.6)
Occasional crosser when deployed at left-back but not a key weapon. (conf 0.55)
Reads passing lanes well for a natural defender. (conf 0.6)
Chance threat
Rarely a goal threat, scores sparingly from set pieces or rebounds. (conf 0.5)
Very limited attacking output means shot selection is rarely tested. (conf 0.45)
Positions mainly for defensive cover rather than attacking runs. (conf 0.5)
Not a designated set-piece taker in his career. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Strong in the air for his height, competes well at both boxes. (conf 0.7)
Tenacious tackler renowned for well-timed challenges won cleanly. (conf 0.75)
Defense
Engages aggressively when stepping out to press attackers. (conf 0.6)
Excellent interceptor who reads danger before it develops. (conf 0.7)
Disciplined, experienced organiser comfortable in both CB and LB roles. (conf 0.72)
Mental
Rarely rattled, calm on the ball even under high pressure. (conf 0.7)
Generally sound judgement on when to tackle, cover or press. (conf 0.65)
Consistent defensive effort across matches when fit. (conf 0.6)
Resilience
History of multiple serious knee injuries including torn ACLs has limited availability. (conf 0.75)
Outlook
Now past 30 with recovered but injury-affected trajectory limiting further growth. (conf 0.6)
World Cup winner and established French international with big-club pedigree. (conf 0.75)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Lucas Hernández is a versatile French defender for Paris Saint-Germain, equally capable at left-back or centre-back, prized for his physicality, tackling and composure in possession. A 2018 World Cup winner with France, he built his reputation at Atlético Madrid and Bayern Munich before joining PSG, though his career has been repeatedly interrupted by serious knee injuries. When fit, he remains a combative, reliable defensive presence who reads the game well and rarely loses his composure under pressure.
Won the 2018 FIFA World Cup with France.
Was one of the most expensive defenders in history when he joined Bayern Munich from Atlético Madrid.
Has suffered multiple serious knee ligament injuries, including ACL tears, that have disrupted his career.