Modou Kéba Cissé

Long-striding 6ft 3in defender, so initial acceleration is average. (conf 0.3)

Decent top speed for his size, useful for covering in behind. (conf 0.3)

Tall centre-backs usually turn less sharply, and he fits that pattern. (conf 0.3)

Played 36 games across two seasons for LASK with a title-winning side. (conf 0.3)

Competent control for a centre-back, still being refined. (conf 0.3)

Limited carrying from defence at present. (conf 0.3)

Strong frame helps him protect the ball in tight areas. (conf 0.3)

Average striking technique, not a defining trait. (conf 0.3)

Plays simple passes from the back; progressive passing is unproven. (conf 0.3)

Occasionally tries longer balls, with limited evidence of accuracy. (conf 0.3)

Crossing is not part of his role as a centre-back. (conf 0.3)

Limited visible creative range from central defence. (conf 0.3)

Scored three times in 36 LASK games, mostly from set pieces. (conf 0.3)

Rarely shoots outside attacking set pieces. (conf 0.3)

Moves into the box on corners, otherwise holds his position. (conf 0.3)

No known dead-ball shooting role for LASK or Villa. (conf 0.3)

At 6ft 3in he has the height to be a strong aerial presence. (conf 0.35)

Physically able in duels, with senior experience still short. (conf 0.3)

Willing to step out of the line, with limited evidence. (conf 0.3)

Shows enough tackling and interceptions to hold a place in a title-winning side. (conf 0.3)

Held a place in the back line of LASK's 2025-26 double-winning team. (conf 0.3)

Handled the step to the Austrian top flight at 19-20 without obvious lapses. (conf 0.3)

Still developing his decision-making at senior level. (conf 0.3)

Regular selection suggests solid effort and fitness for his age. (conf 0.3)

No significant injury history is documented in his career so far. (conf 0.25)

Aged 21, physically gifted and heading to a Premier League side with a long runway. (conf 0.35)

Austrian champion at LASK, but still little known outside the club game. (conf 0.3)