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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 speed for a modern ball-playing centre-back. (conf 0.6)
Can cover ground against pacey forwards when defending in behind. (conf 0.6)
Comfortable turning and shifting laterally in a back three or four. (conf 0.55)
Ever-present for Werder Bremen, holding up across a full Bundesliga season. (conf 0.55)
Control
Clean control under pressure, a trait developed through the Salzburg academy system. (conf 0.6)
Willing to carry the ball out of defence into midfield space. (conf 0.55)
Uses frame well to protect the ball when pressed by forwards. (conf 0.55)
Decent power on clearances and occasional long-range efforts. (conf 0.5)
Distribution
Left-footed distribution is a core part of his build-up value. (conf 0.65)
Regularly switches play and picks out line-breaking diagonals. (conf 0.65)
Rarely delivers crosses given his centre-back role. (conf 0.45)
Spots progressive passing lanes typical of Red Bull academy-trained defenders. (conf 0.6)
Chance threat
Minimal goal output expected from a defensive centre-back. (conf 0.45)
Rarely shoots outside of set-piece situations. (conf 0.4)
Sensible positioning on attacking set pieces rather than a standout threat. (conf 0.45)
Not utilized as a dead-ball specialist at club level. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Good size and timing make him a reliable presence in both boxes. (conf 0.6)
Competes well one-on-one against Bundesliga forwards. (conf 0.6)
Defense
Engages front-footed defending consistent with Salzburg-schooled defenders. (conf 0.55)
Reads interceptions well, stepping into passing lanes. (conf 0.55)
Generally sound covering shape as an experienced Bundesliga starter. (conf 0.6)
Mental
Comfortable playing out from the back under pressure. (conf 0.6)
Balances risk and safety well when progressing possession from deep. (conf 0.55)
Consistent effort and reliability across a demanding league schedule. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Has had some injury interruptions but generally available for selection. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
In his prime years with room to remain a solid top-flight starter. (conf 0.55)
Known Austria international and former Ajax/Salzburg defender, not a global name. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Maximilian Wöber is a left-footed Austrian centre-back known for his composure in possession and ability to step into midfield with the ball, a product of the Red Bull Salzburg academy pipeline that also shaped his high-pressing instincts. After spells at Ajax, Sevilla (loan) and Monaco (loan), he settled at Werder Bremen in 2023 as a steady Bundesliga starter. He remains a regular for the Austria national team, valued for his passing range and defensive reliability rather than explosive athleticism.
Came through Rapid Vienna's academy before joining Ajax in 2017.
Regular member of the Austria national team.