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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Long-striding 196cm defender; acceleration is not a strength. (conf 0.35)
Covers ground well for his height when chasing back. (conf 0.35)
Tall frame limits agility in tight spaces. (conf 0.35)
Regular in Norwegian football at 19 and 20, showing endurance. (conf 0.35)
Control
Decent control for a young defender, with an academy midfield background. (conf 0.35)
Seldom carries past opponents; limited dribbling role. (conf 0.35)
Uses a big 196cm frame to hold off attackers in duels. (conf 0.35)
Clean, direct striking of the ball when clearing or playing long. (conf 0.35)
Distribution
Safe short passing from the back, with some midfield schooling. (conf 0.35)
Can find longer passes but this is not a main strength. (conf 0.35)
Limited crossing role for a central defender. (conf 0.35)
Some ball-playing awareness from his midfield youth. (conf 0.35)
Chance threat
Occasional set-piece threat; finishing is not a feature. (conf 0.35)
Rarely shoots; selection is limited by his role. (conf 0.35)
Joins attacks at set pieces when needed. (conf 0.35)
No dead-ball shooting role in his centre-back duties. (conf 0.35)
Duels
Imposing 196cm defender with strong aerial presence. (conf 0.35)
Strong in duels for his age, helped by a 196cm frame. (conf 0.35)
Defense
Willing to step out; pressing intensity is moderate. (conf 0.35)
Good at winning headers and cutting out passes. (conf 0.35)
Positioning is developing, still adapting to Union's high line. (conf 0.35)
Mental
Calm for his age, though still learning at Pro League level. (conf 0.35)
Young defender still refining choices against better opposition. (conf 0.35)
Consistent output across two seasons in Norway. (conf 0.35)
Resilience
No notable injury record found; limited information. (conf 0.25)
Outlook
21-year-old centre-back with size, pace and a big step up. (conf 0.4)
Little exposure outside Norway, France and Belgium so far. (conf 0.4)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Massiré Sylla is a Senegalese centre-back who joined Union Saint-Gilloise from Lyn in January 2026 on a contract until 2030. Born in Dakar, he came through the Diambars academy and had a spell at Pau FC before moving to Norway, where he was a regular in the First Division. A tall 196cm right-footed defender with good recovery pace and aerial power, he began as a defensive midfielder in his academy days. He is a young player whose development at a higher level is still in progress.
Joined Union Saint-Gilloise from Norway's Lyn in January 2026 on a contract until 2030.