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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Quick over short distances when driving from midfield into space. (conf 0.75)
Not a burner but has enough pace to break defensive lines. (conf 0.7)
Excellent close-control turns and body feints in tight areas. (conf 0.85)
Covers ground box-to-box across 90 minutes in a demanding West Ham system. (conf 0.7)
Control
Cushions difficult passes instantly, rarely needs a second touch to set up. (conf 0.85)
Slalom dribbler who glides past pressure using feints and shoulder drops. (conf 0.88)
Uses a low centre of gravity to protect the ball under pressure. (conf 0.75)
Strikes the ball cleanly from distance with good technique on both feet. (conf 0.8)
Distribution
Reliable in tight combinations, threading passes through crowded midfields. (conf 0.85)
Capable of switching play though not primarily a deep-lying distributor. (conf 0.7)
Occasional end product from wide areas but not a specialist crosser. (conf 0.6)
Sees late runners and picks incisive through-balls in the final third. (conf 0.82)
Chance threat
Composed finisher with both feet, scores from inside and outside the box. (conf 0.78)
Generally picks smart moments to shoot though can be tempted from range. (conf 0.72)
Finds pockets between lines to receive and turn towards goal. (conf 0.75)
Occasional set-piece involvement but not the club's primary taker. (conf 0.55)
Duels
Limited aerial threat given his smaller frame and playmaking role. (conf 0.6)
Wins possession back through anticipation and quick recovery challenges. (conf 0.7)
Defense
Presses actively from the front as part of West Ham's press triggers. (conf 0.7)
Disrupts passing lanes with smart interceptions rather than heavy tackling. (conf 0.65)
Adequate positional discipline though attacking instincts sometimes pull him forward. (conf 0.62)
Mental
Rarely rattled on the ball, keeps calm decision-making under pressure. (conf 0.8)
Generally chooses the right pass or dribble in advanced areas. (conf 0.75)
Puts in consistent defensive and transitional effort for his team. (conf 0.72)
Resilience
Has had stretches of fitness issues and off-field disruption affecting availability. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Still in his prime years with room to add end-product consistency. (conf 0.65)
Established Brazil international and known Premier League creative midfielder. (conf 0.75)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Lucas Paquetá is a technically gifted Brazilian attacking midfielder for West Ham United, prized for his close control, elegant dribbling and vision in tight spaces. He operates centrally or off the left, drifting into pockets to combine and unlock defences with clever through-balls and driving runs. A full Brazil international, he offers genuine creative quality in the Premier League though his end product can be inconsistent match to match.
Full Brazil international who has featured at major tournaments including the World Cup.
Joined West Ham United from Lyon in 2022 as one of their record signings.
Known for elaborate dribbling flourishes and close ball control in tight midfield areas.