Matteo Pessina

Gets away through surging central runs more than raw burst. (conf 0.6)

Average top speed, offset by efficient late runs into the box. (conf 0.6)

Balanced and comfortable turning in midfield traffic. (conf 0.6)

Covers large distances; box-to-box engine across a season. (conf 0.6)

Good control in tight midfield spaces, set up with quality. (conf 0.6)

Carries the ball smoothly, though not a take-on specialist. (conf 0.6)

Uses his body well to protect the ball in midfield. (conf 0.6)

Technical left-foot strike, effective from distance. (conf 0.6)

Fluent short passing and one-two combinations in central areas. (conf 0.6)

Can play longer passes but this is not his main weapon. (conf 0.6)

Operates centrally, so he seldom delivers from wide positions. (conf 0.6)

Sees runs and links play from an offensive midfield role. (conf 0.6)

Scored the winner against Wales at Euro 2020 and decisive goals since. (conf 0.6)

Picks timely shots when arriving in the box. (conf 0.6)

Late runs into the box draw comparisons to Gerrard and Lampard. (conf 0.6)

Technical left-foot strike gives him a decent long-range and dead-ball option. (conf 0.6)

Competes adequately in the air for a central midfielder. (conf 0.6)

Good in the tackle as a combative, two-way midfielder. (conf 0.6)

Presses consistently as part of Monza's midfield. (conf 0.6)

Wins the ball back with timely tackles and interceptions. (conf 0.6)

Understands midfield spacing and covers lanes reliably. (conf 0.6)

Proved his big-game temperament at Euro 2020 and as Monza captain. (conf 0.6)

Experienced decision-maker, balances forward runs and cover. (conf 0.6)

Consistent effort over a long career with Atalanta and Monza. (conf 0.6)

Currently injured; earlier seasons were mostly available. (conf 0.3)

At 29 little headroom beyond his established level. (conf 0.55)

Euro 2020 winner and Monza captain with Serie A experience. (conf 0.6)