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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 burst over short distances that has faded slightly with age but remains useful. (conf 0.7)
Good straight-line pace for a target forward, though no longer a standout sprinter. (conf 0.65)
Nimble in tight boxes for his frame, able to turn quickly on small chances. (conf 0.65)
Effective in bursts but not a relentless 90-minute presser at this stage of career. (conf 0.55)
Control
Generally clean control in the box, occasionally loose under heavy pressure. (conf 0.65)
Limited dribbling range, prefers quick lay-offs and one-touch combinations over carries. (conf 0.6)
Uses his strong build to hold up play and buy time for late-arriving runners. (conf 0.6)
Powerful, clean contact on shots from inside the area with either foot. (conf 0.7)
Distribution
Serviceable link-up passing though not the focal creative outlet of an attack. (conf 0.55)
Rarely tasked with long distribution, an ancillary part of his game. (conf 0.45)
Not a crossing threat, spends his time as the target rather than the provider. (conf 0.4)
Decent awareness for lay-offs but not known as a creative playmaker. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Proven poacher with a reliable, instinctive finish in and around the six-yard box. (conf 0.8)
Sometimes forces low-percentage efforts but generally picks smart moments to shoot. (conf 0.6)
Sharp near-post and far-post runs that consistently create separation from markers. (conf 0.7)
Not a primary set-piece taker, contributes little from direct free kicks. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Strong jumping and timing make him a genuine threat on crosses and set pieces. (conf 0.65)
Physically competitive in one-on-ones thanks to his sturdy frame. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Presses in spurts to force mistakes but is not a high-volume harrier. (conf 0.5)
Limited defensive output typical of a pure poacher-style striker. (conf 0.4)
Minimal tracking back, focused almost entirely on attacking phases. (conf 0.4)
Mental
Cool in front of goal, has scored many crucial late and impact-sub goals. (conf 0.7)
Generally sound choices in the box, occasionally impulsive elsewhere on the pitch. (conf 0.55)
Industrious when needed but not a tireless all-game workhorse. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
Has had spells of fitness issues and squad rotation across his career. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
In his early thirties, likely near the tail end of his prime output. (conf 0.55)
Well known across Europe from Chelsea, Marseille, Dortmund and Belgium spells. (conf 0.75)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Michy Batshuayi-Atunga is a Belgian striker known as an instinctive penalty-box finisher with strong hold-up play and aerial threat. Having built his reputation at Marseille, Chelsea, Borussia Dortmund and Besiktas, along with a long international career for Belgium, he now plies his trade at Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga as an experienced attacking option. He remains a dangerous impact presence who thrives on quick service into the box rather than extended build-up involvement.
Won the Premier League title with Chelsea in 2016-17.
Has played for Marseille, Chelsea, Borussia Dortmund, Crystal Palace, Valencia and Beşiktaş among other clubs.
Long-serving member of Belgium's 'Golden Generation' national team squad.