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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 first steps that let him get forward and recover on the overlap. (conf 0.55)
Good straight-line pace typical of a modern attacking full-back. (conf 0.5)
Comfortable changing direction to track wingers in tight spaces. (conf 0.5)
Covers the flank repeatedly across a match as an up-and-down left-back. (conf 0.5)
Control
Reliable but unspectacular control under pressure in wide areas. (conf 0.5)
Can beat a man in one-on-ones though not a primary creative outlet. (conf 0.5)
Uses his frame adequately to protect the ball down the line. (conf 0.45)
Modest technique when driving crosses or shooting from distance. (conf 0.45)
Distribution
Tidy combination play with midfielders in build-up phases. (conf 0.5)
Occasional switches of play but not a standout range passer. (conf 0.45)
Delivers functional balls from wide though lacks elite precision. (conf 0.5)
Solid situational awareness rather than a standout creative eye. (conf 0.45)
Chance threat
Rarely a goal threat as a defensive-minded left-back. (conf 0.4)
Sensible restraint, shoots infrequently from good areas. (conf 0.4)
Times overlapping and underlapping runs reasonably well. (conf 0.45)
Not a designated set-piece taker at club level. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Competes but is undersized for a prototypical aerial threat. (conf 0.45)
Combative one-on-one defender who commits to tackles. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Energetic in closing down wingers and full-backs high up the pitch. (conf 0.5)
Active in interceptions and cutting passing lanes down his side. (conf 0.5)
Generally sound structure with occasional lapses in transition. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Mostly settled under pressure for a player still building top-flight consistency. (conf 0.45)
Reasonable choices on when to join the attack versus stay home. (conf 0.45)
Known for relentless effort up and down the left flank. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
No history of chronic fitness issues but limited elite-level minutes. (conf 0.45)
Outlook
Mid-20s full-back with room to consolidate as a top-flight regular. (conf 0.5)
Known within Spanish football from his Atletico academy and Osasuna spells, not a wider star. (conf 0.5)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Manu Sánchez is a Spanish left-back who came through Atletico Madrid's academy before a spell at Napoli and a productive loan at Osasuna established him as a dependable LaLiga full-back. He is an energetic, up-and-down defender who prioritizes work rate and defensive solidity over creative flair, contributing overlapping runs and steady crossing rather than being a primary attacking outlet. Now at newly promoted Levante, he is expected to be a first-choice left-back tasked with balancing defensive duties against LaLiga's stronger sides.
Product of Atlético Madrid's youth academy.
Impressed during a loan spell at Osasuna in LaLiga.