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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Decent recovery speed for a modern ball-playing centre-back. (conf 0.6)
Not a burner but copes with in-behind runs at Eredivisie pace. (conf 0.55)
Turns reasonably well when screening against quick forwards. (conf 0.55)
Holds concentration and intensity across AZ's high-tempo matches. (conf 0.55)
Control
Comfortable cushioning the ball under pressure in AZ's build-up scheme. (conf 0.6)
Can carry the ball out of defence but not a dribble-heavy centre-back. (conf 0.55)
Uses frame effectively to protect possession from onrushing strikers. (conf 0.55)
Adequate clean contact on clearances and occasional long diagonals. (conf 0.45)
Distribution
Reliable in AZ's possession-based build-up from the back. (conf 0.65)
Capable of switching play to break opposition pressing lines. (conf 0.6)
Rarely involved in wide delivery given his central defensive role. (conf 0.4)
Reads passing lanes well to progress play from central defence. (conf 0.55)
Chance threat
Limited attacking output typical of a young Eredivisie centre-back. (conf 0.4)
Rarely shoots, mostly restricted to set-piece opportunities. (conf 0.4)
Makes sensible runs at attacking set pieces without being a major threat. (conf 0.45)
Not a designated set-piece taker at AZ. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Strong in the air, a key defensive and set-piece attacking asset. (conf 0.65)
Combative in one-on-one duels with good timing in the tackle. (conf 0.65)
Defense
Steps out to press aggressively in AZ's high defensive line. (conf 0.55)
Reads interceptions well to cut out passes into the AZ box area. (conf 0.55)
Well-organised and disciplined holding a high defensive line. (conf 0.6)
Mental
Calm on the ball even when pressed high by opponents. (conf 0.6)
Generally sound judgement on when to step, cover or engage. (conf 0.55)
Consistent defensive effort across AZ's demanding schedule. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Has had some fitness setbacks but generally available for selection. (conf 0.45)
Outlook
Young ball-playing centre-back with a clear path to a bigger league. (conf 0.55)
Known within Dutch football and on the radar of bigger European clubs. (conf 0.5)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Maxim Dekker is a young Dutch centre-back at AZ Alkmaar known for his composure in possession and comfort stepping into midfield within AZ's build-up structure. Left-footed and positionally disciplined, he reads the game well and has drawn interest from clubs in bigger leagues as a modern, progressive defender. His aerial presence and ground-duel intensity make him a reliable last line for AZ's high defensive line.
Came through the AZ Alkmaar academy and established himself as a first-team regular centre-back.
Has represented the Netherlands at youth international level.