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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Quick off the mark in behind but no longer a burst-pace threat at 29. (conf 0.65)
Decent straight-line speed, not an elite sprinter type striker. (conf 0.6)
Turns well in tight areas to create shooting angles. (conf 0.6)
Works a full shift but not a relentless pressing engine. (conf 0.55)
Control
Reliable touch under pressure honed through Ligue 1 and Championship spells. (conf 0.75)
Comfortable carrying the ball short distances to link play. (conf 0.6)
Strong frame lets him hold off defenders and bring others into play. (conf 0.65)
Clean, powerful contact when shooting from range or half-chances. (conf 0.65)
Distribution
Solid combination play as a link forward in build-up. (conf 0.6)
Not asked to distribute long balls as a central striker. (conf 0.45)
Minimal crossing output given his role as a penalty-box finisher. (conf 0.4)
Can pick a lay-off but not renowned as a creator. (conf 0.55)
Chance threat
Prolific across Ligue 1, Scottish football and the Championship as a natural goalscorer. (conf 0.75)
Generally picks smart moments to shoot rather than forcing efforts. (conf 0.65)
Sharp runs into the channel and behind the last line to find space. (conf 0.7)
Not a primary free-kick or penalty specialist historically. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Good spring and timing for a forward of his size, useful aerial outlet. (conf 0.6)
Physical presence wins hold-up battles against Saudi Pro League defenders. (conf 0.6)
Defense
Applies moderate pressure from the front rather than relentless harrying. (conf 0.5)
Limited defensive output typical of a pure number nine. (conf 0.4)
Rarely tracks back deep, focused on his attacking role. (conf 0.4)
Mental
Cool finisher who has delivered in big Celtic and Lyon derby moments. (conf 0.65)
Generally efficient choices in the final third built on experience. (conf 0.6)
Steady effort but not a tireless all-action forward. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
Has had periods of fitness issues across his career, moderately durable. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
At 29 and now in Saudi Arabia, past his peak European trajectory. (conf 0.55)
Well known in France, Scotland and England for prolific scoring runs. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Moussa Dembélé is a powerful, clinical French striker who built his reputation as a natural finisher with Celtic, Lyon and Fulham before moving into the Saudi Pro League with Al-Ettifaq. He combines physical hold-up play with sharp movement in behind and a composed left-footed finish, making him most effective as a focal point in the box rather than a creator or presser. His pace and defensive workload have declined somewhat as his career has progressed into his late twenties.
Rose to prominence with Fulham before a big-money move to Celtic, where he became a prolific Scottish Premiership goalscorer.
Later played for Olympique Lyonnais in Ligue 1 and had a loan spell at Atletico Madrid.
Represented France at various youth international levels earlier in his career.