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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Modest burst; relies on anticipation more than raw speed off the mark. (conf 0.6)
Not a pace threat; covers ground steadily rather than explosively. (conf 0.55)
Tight turns and quick feet let him escape pressure in tight midfield areas. (conf 0.65)
Solid engine for a box-to-box deep-lying role across 90 minutes. (conf 0.55)
Control
Clean, controlled touch that lets him receive under pressure and turn quickly. (conf 0.7)
Comfortable carrying the ball through midfield lines with close control. (conf 0.65)
Uses body positioning reasonably to protect the ball but not physically dominant. (conf 0.55)
Capable long-range technique though rarely a primary shooting outlet. (conf 0.5)
Distribution
Metronomic short passing underpins his reputation as a tidy deep playmaker. (conf 0.75)
Can switch play and thread longer balls with good weight and accuracy. (conf 0.65)
Rarely delivers crosses given his central, deeper role in build-up. (conf 0.45)
Reads passing lanes well, a key trait since his Dortmund academy days. (conf 0.65)
Chance threat
Limited goal output over his career, not a primary scoring threat. (conf 0.45)
Generally sensible about when to shoot from distance versus recycling possession. (conf 0.45)
Finds pockets of space between lines to keep possession moving. (conf 0.5)
Not a regular set-piece taker at his recent clubs. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Slight frame limits his effectiveness in aerial duels. (conf 0.45)
Competes adequately in tackles but not known as a physical ball-winner. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Engages in coordinated pressing schemes without being a standout closer. (conf 0.5)
Interceptions come more from positioning than aggressive challenges. (conf 0.45)
Disciplined in screening the back line as a holding midfielder. (conf 0.55)
Mental
Rarely rattled on the ball, a trait praised since his breakthrough years. (conf 0.65)
Generally efficient in choosing the right pass under pressure. (conf 0.6)
Consistent effort though not renowned as a tireless presser. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
History of injury setbacks disrupted his run at Borussia Dortmund and beyond. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Now approaching 30, past his ceiling but still a capable Bundesliga rotation option. (conf 0.55)
Known within Germany from Dortmund and Gladbach spells, less prominent internationally now. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Mahmoud Dahoud is a technically composed German central midfielder known for his tidy short passing and ability to dictate tempo from deep. Developed at Borussia Mönchengladbach and Borussia Dortmund, he brings vision and press-resistance rather than physical dominance to midfield. After a spell at Brighton failed to fully take off, he has continued his career in the Bundesliga with Eintracht Frankfurt, looking to reestablish himself as a reliable rotation midfielder.
Came through the Borussia Mönchengladbach academy before earning a high-profile move to Borussia Dortmund in 2017.
Represented Germany at youth international levels.
Left Borussia Dortmund on a free transfer to join Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League.