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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Limited burst; relies on positioning rather than explosiveness. (conf 0.7)
Below-average straight-line speed for a top-flight midfielder. (conf 0.65)
Adequate turning and press-resistance in tight central areas. (conf 0.65)
Covers ground consistently across 90 minutes as a double-pivot anchor. (conf 0.75)
Control
Clean control under pressure allows quick recycling of possession. (conf 0.75)
Not a carrier; prefers short combinations over take-ons. (conf 0.6)
Strong frame and body positioning to protect the ball from pressers. (conf 0.7)
Capable of driven shots from distance, occasionally decisive. (conf 0.6)
Distribution
Reliable tempo-setter who circulates possession with minimal errors. (conf 0.85)
Can switch play and find line-breaking balls from deep. (conf 0.75)
Rarely delivers crosses given his deep-lying midfield role. (conf 0.5)
Reads passing lanes well to progress play through midfield thirds. (conf 0.7)
Chance threat
Occasional long-range goal threat but not a consistent scorer. (conf 0.55)
Generally picks sensible moments to shoot rather than forcing efforts. (conf 0.6)
Positions to offer passing outlets rather than making incisive runs. (conf 0.55)
Occasional set-piece duty but not a primary dead-ball specialist. (conf 0.5)
Duels
Competes reasonably in the air for a midfielder of his build. (conf 0.6)
Strong physically in one-on-one midfield battles for the ball. (conf 0.7)
Defense
Engages pressing schemes diligently within a structured team shape. (conf 0.65)
Reads interceptions well to break up opposition attacks centrally. (conf 0.7)
Disciplined anchor who screens the back line effectively as a six. (conf 0.78)
Mental
Rarely rattled under pressure, keeps passing tempo calm and controlled. (conf 0.78)
Makes sound, low-risk choices that suit a deep-lying playmaker role. (conf 0.75)
Consistently diligent worker across both defensive and build-up phases. (conf 0.78)
Resilience
Generally available but has had occasional muscular setbacks. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Established peak-age player with limited further upside remaining. (conf 0.6)
Well known in Italy as a regular Azzurri international and Juve mainstay. (conf 0.7)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Manuel Locatelli is an Italian holding/box-to-box midfielder for Juventus, prized for his composure, short-passing range, and disciplined positional sense rather than athleticism or dribbling. Deployed as the deep anchor in a double or triple pivot, he sets tempo, screens the defense, and occasionally arrives with a driven long-range effort. A regular for the Italian national team, he has become a dependable, low-error presence in Juventus' midfield engine room.
Scored twice against Switzerland at Euro 2020.
Part of Italy's Euro 2020-winning squad.
Moved from Sassuolo to Juventus in 2021 after starring under Roberto De Zerbi.