Moussa Niakhaté

League: Ligue 1Team: LyonNationality: SenegalFrance
Positions:CBLBage:~29

Estimated market value (beta)

€68.2m€146.1m
Confidence: 69%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
x̄(w) = 71.8 / 100 · Confidence = 69%

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration70

Quick off the mark for a tall centre-back; covers space when stepping out. (conf 0.7)

Top speed83

Long stride and recovery speed allow him to defend depth effectively. (conf 0.7)

Agility66

Footwork is adequate but not ultra-fluid when changing direction versus nimble attackers. (conf 0.7)

Stamina78

Sustains high-intensity defending and overlaps when used wider. (conf 0.7)

Control

First touch72

Generally clean control under pressure; comfortable receiving on his left. (conf 0.7)

Dribbling63

Can carry through lines in space; limited in tight 1v1s. (conf 0.65)

Ball shielding76

Uses frame and reach to protect possession along the touchline or under press. (conf 0.7)

Ball striking63

Solid pace on passes and clearances; shooting technique unspectacular. (conf 0.65)

Distribution

Short passing75

Secure in combinations; plays into midfield reliably on his stronger side. (conf 0.7)

Long passing73

Capable of switches and diagonals from the left channel with decent accuracy. (conf 0.7)

Crossing58

Occasional deliveries when deployed wider; service is functional rather than incisive. (conf 0.65)

Vision62

Sees basic line-breaking options; not a high-level playmaker from the back. (conf 0.65)

Chance threat

Finishing41

Limited threat in open play; most chances from set-piece scrambles. (conf 0.65)

Shot selection48

Rarely shoots; tends to opt for safer choices around the box. (conf 0.65)

Off-ball movement60

Makes supportive angles in build-up; overlaps sporadically when used at full-back. (conf 0.65)

Set-piece shot35

Not a direct free-kick or long-range specialist. (conf 0.65)

Duels

Aerial76

Good leap and timing; competitive in duels, though not dominant against elite targets. (conf 0.7)

Ground duels79

Front-foot defender who engages assertively and wins a strong share of tackles. (conf 0.7)

Defense

Pressing intensity80

Aggressive step-outs and proactive defending suit a higher line. (conf 0.7)

Defensive disruption80

Breaks up play with well-timed challenges and interceptions. (conf 0.7)

Defensive positioning76

Generally well-placed; occasional over-commits when stepping into midfield. (conf 0.7)

Mental

Composure74

Calm under pressure in build-up; resilient after errors. (conf 0.7)

Decision making73

Sound choices in possession; risks can appear when chasing interceptions. (conf 0.7)

Work rate82

High defensive work output with consistent recovery runs and covering. (conf 0.7)

Resilience

Injury reliability55

History includes notable muscular issues that have caused absences. (conf 0.6)

Outlook

Potential68

Established profile nearing peak; improvements likely incremental. (conf 0.7)

Reputation70

Well-regarded starter in top divisions with international recognition. (conf 0.75)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Left-footed centre-back with the mobility to defend large spaces and the physicality to engage forwards aggressively. He blends recovery speed and rangy stride with solid ball use, comfortable progressing play from the left channel or covering wider areas. Leadership presence and front-foot instincts stand out, though occasional over-commitment can open gaps behind.

Has worn the captain’s armband at senior level in a major European league.

Born in France and later represented Senegal at international level.

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