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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Sharp first few steps in tight midfield areas but not a burner in space. (conf 0.6)
Modest top-end speed typical of a compact central playmaker. (conf 0.55)
Low centre of gravity lets him spin away from pressure cleanly. (conf 0.65)
Covers ground consistently across 90 minutes in a box-to-box role. (conf 0.55)
Control
Cushions passes under pressure to keep tempo in tight Ligue 1 midfields. (conf 0.7)
Comfortable carrying the ball through midfield lines with close control. (conf 0.65)
Uses body positioning well despite lacking great physical size. (conf 0.55)
Can strike from distance though not a frequent long-range threat. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Trademark quick one- and two-touch combinations to break pressing lines. (conf 0.75)
Switches play with good weight, a known trait from his Marseille years. (conf 0.65)
Rarely a crossing outlet given his central deep-lying role. (conf 0.5)
Reads passing lanes early to progress possession from deep. (conf 0.7)
Chance threat
Not a regular scorer, occasional strikes from midfield range. (conf 0.5)
Generally disciplined about when to shoot from distance. (conf 0.5)
Finds pockets of space to receive but not a runner in behind. (conf 0.5)
Capable dead-ball option without being a primary specialist. (conf 0.5)
Duels
Undersized for aerial duels, a clear weakness in his profile. (conf 0.55)
Wins his share of tackles through anticipation more than physicality. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Engages actively in coordinated pressing schemes typical of Ligue 1 sides. (conf 0.55)
Intercepts passing lanes more often than winning direct duels. (conf 0.5)
Solid discipline screening the back line as a deep midfielder. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Keeps calm under pressure to retain possession in tight spaces. (conf 0.6)
Generally efficient choices in build-up, favouring quick circulation. (conf 0.6)
Reliable effort level across matches in a demanding midfield role. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Has had stretches of fitness without major long-term injury history. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
Late-20s player likely near his peak with limited further ceiling growth. (conf 0.5)
Known in France from Marseille academy roots and a Serie A spell at Sassuolo. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Maxime Lopez is a compact, technically gifted central midfielder now with Paris FC after developing at Marseille and spending several seasons at Sassuolo in Serie A. He is best known as a tempo-setting deep-lying playmaker, using a quick first touch and sharp short passing to break opposition pressure. Physical duels and aerial presence remain clear limitations given his smaller frame. At Paris FC he is expected to be a core creative outlet dictating play from central midfield.
Product of the Marseille academy who broke into their first team as a teenager.
Spent multiple seasons as a regular starter for Sassuolo in Serie A.