Mateo Kovačić

League: Premier LeagueTeam: Manchester CityNationality: Croatia
Positions:CMDMAMage:~31

Estimated market value (beta)

€20.0m€62.6m
Confidence: 83%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
x̄(w) = 76.7 / 100 · Confidence = 83%

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration75

Good initial burst over short distances; useful in tight midfield spaces. (conf 0.85)

Top speed70

Decent running speed but not elite in long sprints. (conf 0.8)

Agility83

Excellent change of direction and balance in congested areas. (conf 0.9)

Stamina80

Consistently covers ground and sustains high work-rate across matches. (conf 0.85)

Control

First touch88

Very clean first touch even under pressure, enabling quick transitions. (conf 0.95)

Dribbling86

Strong ball-carrying ability through midfield and tight spaces. (conf 0.9)

Ball shielding70

Uses body and technique to protect possession though not physically dominant. (conf 0.8)

Ball striking72

Technically sound shooting and good strike from distance. (conf 0.8)

Distribution

Short passing90

Excellent short-range distribution and combination play. (conf 0.95)

Long passing80

Very capable of accurate longer-range passes and diagonals. (conf 0.9)

Crossing62

Not a primary crosser; service from wide areas is functional but not a strength. (conf 0.7)

Vision88

Strong ability to spot and execute progressive passes and through balls. (conf 0.9)

Chance threat

Finishing60

Capable around goal but not a consistent or natural finisher. (conf 0.8)

Shot selection65

Generally chooses appropriate opportunities; tends to be measured in shooting. (conf 0.75)

Off-ball movement78

Intelligent positioning and timed runs to support possession and transitions. (conf 0.85)

Set-piece shot55

Occasional set-piece taker but not a specialist. (conf 0.7)

Duels

Aerial50

Average in aerial duels relative to midfield standards. (conf 0.6)

Ground duels75

Strong technique and balance help win 1v1 ground challenges. (conf 0.8)

Defense

Pressing intensity83

High pressing energy and willingness to close opponents down. (conf 0.85)

Defensive disruption78

Good at interceptions and breaking up play in midfield. (conf 0.85)

Defensive positioning80

Reads the game well and positions intelligently to cover space. (conf 0.85)

Mental

Composure90

Very calm on the ball in congested scenarios and under pressure. (conf 0.95)

Decision making84

Generally makes sensible choices in possession and transitional phases. (conf 0.9)

Work rate87

Consistently high effort and contribution across phases of play. (conf 0.9)

Resilience

Injury reliability70

Generally available but has had intermittent muscle and soft-tissue issues. (conf 0.75)

Outlook

Potential85

Established senior level; limited upward ceiling but still high quality. (conf 0.7)

Reputation86

Widely respected as a technically gifted and reliable midfielder. (conf 0.85)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

A technically gifted central midfielder known for calmness on the ball, progressive passing and the ability to carry play through congested areas. Combines close control and vision with a strong engine and pressing intensity, functioning effectively in both possession and transitional phases.

Regularly praised for his ability to receive in tight spaces and progress the ball under pressure, often breaking lines with dribbles or quick passes.

Seen as a versatile midfield operator who can slot deeper to recycle possession or step into more advanced areas to link play.

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