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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 enough to recover ground against Premier League pace but not elite. (conf 0.75)
Good recovery speed that lets him cover in behind for Palace's high line. (conf 0.75)
Comfortable turning and adjusting body shape in one-on-one duels. (conf 0.7)
Reliable minutes across long Premier League and international seasons. (conf 0.7)
Control
Composed control under pressure typical of a modern ball-playing centre-back. (conf 0.7)
Can carry the ball short distances out of defence but not a primary carrier. (conf 0.6)
Uses frame well to protect the ball when pressed by forwards. (conf 0.65)
Functional passing technique without notable long-range striking quality. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Tidy under pressure, comfortable building play from the back for Palace. (conf 0.75)
Can switch play but not a standout diagonal passer like some elite CBs. (conf 0.65)
Rarely involved in crossing duties as a central defender. (conf 0.5)
Reads passing lanes well to initiate transitions from deep. (conf 0.6)
Chance threat
Minimal goal threat, occasional headers from set pieces only. (conf 0.5)
Rarely shoots, so limited data on decision-making in front of goal. (conf 0.45)
Adequate positioning on set pieces without being a major attacking outlet. (conf 0.5)
Not a designated set-piece taker at club or international level. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Strong in the air, a key defensive weapon at both corners for Palace and England. (conf 0.8)
Excellent one-on-one defender, rarely beaten in direct duels. (conf 0.78)
Defense
Engages front-foot defending well within Palace's structured press. (conf 0.6)
Timely interceptions and tackles that regularly break up opposition attacks. (conf 0.75)
Consistently well-organised, a mainstay of Palace's settled backline since 2021. (conf 0.78)
Mental
Rarely rattled, calm in possession even under high pressing intensity. (conf 0.75)
Sound judgement on when to step, cover, or hold the defensive line. (conf 0.7)
Consistent effort and application across matches and seasons. (conf 0.7)
Resilience
Generally durable though has had occasional muscular knocks. (conf 0.65)
Outlook
Mid-20s centre-back with room to keep developing as a leader and passer. (conf 0.7)
Established England international and long-time Palace captain-in-waiting figure. (conf 0.75)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Marc Guéhi is a composed, athletic centre-back who has become a defensive cornerstone for Crystal Palace and a regular in the England squad. His game is built on strong aerial ability, sharp one-on-one defending, and calm distribution out from the back rather than flashy attacking output. Since establishing himself at Selhurst Park, he has grown into one of the Premier League's more dependable young English defenders, drawing transfer interest from bigger clubs.
Became a regular starter for England's senior national team after breaking through at Crystal Palace.
Progressed through Chelsea's academy before moving to Crystal Palace, where he became a first-choice centre-back.