Lucas Paquetá

Reasonably quick initial burst for a creative midfielder but not elite explosive pace. (conf 0.8)

Has decent sprint speed over distance but not a regular outrunner on the flanks. (conf 0.75)

Good body control and agility in tight areas to evade markers. (conf 0.85)

Typically sustains activity through matches and contributes both offensively and defensively. (conf 0.8)

Consistently receives under pressure and brings the ball under control to create. (conf 0.9)

Comfortable progressing with the ball and taking on opponents in 1v1s. (conf 0.9)

Uses body well to protect possession in midfield duels. (conf 0.8)

Technically strong shot, capable from distance and with both feet influence. (conf 0.85)

Reliable distributor in tight spaces with good tempo control. (conf 0.9)

Able to play progressive longer balls but not a specialist deep passer. (conf 0.8)

Delivers workable balls from wide and advanced positions, though not a primary crosser. (conf 0.8)

Reads lines and finds forwards with creative through-balls and late third-man passes. (conf 0.9)

Composed finisher in and around the box and comfortable with long-range efforts. (conf 0.85)

Generally picks good moments to shoot but can attempt lower-probability efforts from distance. (conf 0.8)

Makes intelligent late runs and finds pockets between lines to receive. (conf 0.85)

Can take free kicks and penalties; competent but not a specialist. (conf 0.75)

Not a dominant aerial presence given stature but can compete occasionally. (conf 0.7)

Holds his own in ground challenges and under pressure in midfield. (conf 0.8)

Contributes to team pressing with reasonable intensity and positioning. (conf 0.8)

Intervenes and intercepts at times but not primarily a defensive destroyer. (conf 0.75)

Generally intelligent positioning for transitions; defensive instincts are serviceable. (conf 0.75)

Calm in possession and decision-making in advanced areas, especially under pressure. (conf 0.9)

Usually chooses effective options in the final third and in build-up play. (conf 0.85)

Shows consistent effort both on and off the ball; contributes in both halves. (conf 0.8)

Relatively available and has not been plagued by chronic issues. (conf 0.8)

Still in prime years with room to consolidate and influence games at a high level. (conf 0.7)

Well-regarded internationally for creativity and technical quality. (conf 0.9)