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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 off the mark in tight spaces when driving forward. (conf 0.5)
Decent pace but not a sprinter over long distances. (conf 0.45)
Balanced and nimble in tight areas despite a low centre of gravity. (conf 0.5)
Covers lots of ground in a box-to-box role. (conf 0.5)
Control
Controls cleanly under pressure and turns away quickly. (conf 0.5)
Carries the ball through midfield and beats pressure with close control. (conf 0.5)
Compact frame helps him protect the ball, but not a strong shielder. (conf 0.4)
Struck a long-range volley that won a Championship Goal of the Month. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Accurate and quick in short combinations. (conf 0.5)
Capable of switching play but not a primary long-ball creator. (conf 0.45)
Not a significant crossing threat, since he operates centrally in midfield. (conf 0.35)
Finds forward passes and half-spaces regularly. (conf 0.45)
Chance threat
Gets into scoring positions from midfield and finishes reasonably. (conf 0.45)
Willing to shoot from range, with mixed efficiency. (conf 0.4)
Arrives late into the box and links with forwards. (conf 0.45)
Strong long-range striking carries into dead-ball shooting. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Limited by height of 1.73m in aerial duels. (conf 0.4)
Competes well in midfield duels despite his size. (conf 0.45)
Defense
Energetic presser who triggers turnovers high up. (conf 0.5)
Wins the ball back through effort and anticipation. (conf 0.45)
Decent shape in the midfield block, more at ease on the ball. (conf 0.45)
Mental
Calm in possession in both league and international games. (conf 0.5)
Reasonable choices, occasionally forces the play. (conf 0.45)
High-energy midfielder who works throughout matches. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
Regular appearance record for Norwich and Chile. (conf 0.4)
Outlook
Aged 26 with some room to refine his decision-making. (conf 0.45)
Chile international who has played in the Championship and Premier League. (conf 0.5)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Marcelino Núñez is a Chilean midfielder who plays centrally or as an attacking midfielder, with energy, close control and an eye for a long-range strike. He is a busy, box-to-box type who presses well and drives forward from deep, though his height limits his aerial game. A Universidad Católica product, he joined Norwich City in 2022 and moved to local rivals Ipswich Town in August 2025 on a four-year deal. He is a regular Chile international.
Scored a brace against Birmingham City in February 2023, with a long-range volley winning the Championship Goal of the Month.
Became the first player to move from Norwich City to Ipswich Town since Andy Marshall in 2001.