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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Reasonable recovery pace typical of a modern Serie A centre-back. (conf 0.5)
Can cover ground behind a high line without being a standout sprinter. (conf 0.5)
Turns adequately for his size but not especially nimble under pressure. (conf 0.5)
Copes with the physical demands of a Serie A campaign at his age. (conf 0.45)
Control
Competent controlling the ball under pressure for a defender. (conf 0.45)
Limited ball-carrying instinct, prefers simple progression over duels. (conf 0.45)
Uses frame to protect the ball but can be muscled off it by elite forwards. (conf 0.45)
Rarely called upon for long-range strikes as a centre-back. (conf 0.4)
Distribution
Reliable in build-up phases when not rushed by pressing forwards. (conf 0.5)
Can find switches of play but accuracy dips under pressure. (conf 0.45)
Not part of his game as a central defender. (conf 0.4)
Sees simple progressive passes rather than incisive line-breaks. (conf 0.45)
Chance threat
Minimal goal threat, rarely a factor at set pieces or in the box. (conf 0.4)
Seldom shoots given his defensive role. (conf 0.4)
Positions to support build-up rather than making attacking runs. (conf 0.4)
Not utilized as a set-piece taker. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Decent size and jump make him a threat in both boxes at set pieces. (conf 0.5)
Has had inconsistent moments in one-on-one defending against top-tier attackers. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Engages when instructed but not renowned for aggressive pressing triggers. (conf 0.45)
Can intercept passing lanes reasonably well when concentration holds. (conf 0.45)
Positioning has been questioned during a difficult spell after his big move abroad. (conf 0.45)
Mental
Confidence dipped noticeably during a rocky period at Nice before returning to Italy. (conf 0.5)
Prone to occasional lapses in judgment under pressure at a higher level. (conf 0.45)
Generally applies himself defensively across matches. (conf 0.45)
Resilience
No major injury history of note, fairly available for selection. (conf 0.4)
Outlook
Still only in his mid-twenties with time to rebuild his career after a stalled move to France. (conf 0.5)
Once a highly rated Serie A prospect, now rebuilding stock back in Italy. (conf 0.5)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Mattia Viti is an Italian centre-back who came through Empoli's academy as one of Serie A's most promising young defenders before a big-money move to OGC Nice in 2023 that did not work out as hoped. Physically imposing and comfortable stepping out with the ball, his career has since been about re-establishing consistency and positioning after loan spells back in Italy. At Fiorentina he is looking to rebuild his reputation as a composed, ball-playing centre-back in a competitive Serie A defensive unit.
Came through the Empoli academy and was regarded as one of Italy's top young centre-back prospects.
Moved to Ligue 1 side OGC Nice in a notable transfer before returning to Serie A on loan.