Nabil Bentaleb

League: Ligue 1Team: LilleNationality: AlgeriaFrance
Positions:CMDMage:~31

Estimated market value (beta)

€31.7m€96.7m
Confidence: 74%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
x̄(w) = 74.2 / 100 · Confidence = 74%

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration68

Adequate quickness over first steps; relies more on timing than burst. (conf 0.72)

Top speed70

Can cover ground but not a runner who breaks lines with pace. (conf 0.72)

Agility72

Turns cleanly under pressure; uses body feints to escape. (conf 0.74)

Stamina77

Handles full-match workloads; maintains intensity reasonably well. (conf 0.74)

Control

First touch82

Secure control in tight spaces and when receiving under pressure. (conf 0.82)

Dribbling75

Carries to beat the press rather than to take on defenders 1v1. (conf 0.74)

Ball shielding83

Strong core and frame; protects possession effectively. (conf 0.8)

Ball striking77

Capable from range and on driven passes; technique solid. (conf 0.72)

Distribution

Short passing83

Reliable circulation and wall passes; keeps tempo. (conf 0.82)

Long passing80

Switches play and finds runners from deep with good accuracy. (conf 0.78)

Crossing62

Rarely asked to cross; delivery serviceable when wide. (conf 0.8)

Vision79

Sees third‑man options and vertical lanes early. (conf 0.76)

Chance threat

Finishing66

Occasional goals from distance; limited in box finishes. (conf 0.72)

Shot selection73

Generally picks spots; can force efforts from range. (conf 0.7)

Off-ball movement73

Finds pockets between lines; supports build-up angles. (conf 0.72)

Set-piece shot69

Has the technique for direct efforts but not a specialist. (conf 0.62)

Duels

Aerial65

Competes but not dominant; better positionally than aerially. (conf 0.72)

Ground duels78

Firm in tackles and 50/50s; uses body well. (conf 0.76)

Defense

Pressing intensity74

Engages proactively in midfield press; good triggers. (conf 0.72)

Defensive disruption72

Interceptions and tackles through anticipation more than pace. (conf 0.72)

Defensive positioning75

Disciplined in holding shape and screening lanes. (conf 0.74)

Mental

Composure82

Calm under pressure; rarely rushed on the ball. (conf 0.82)

Decision making79

Selects sensible passes and tempo choices most of the time. (conf 0.78)

Work rate76

Consistent two-way contribution without flashy sprints. (conf 0.74)

Resilience

Injury reliability64

Availability has fluctuated across his career. (conf 0.5)

Outlook

Potential74

Established profile; incremental gains likely rather than leaps. (conf 0.76)

Reputation76

Well-known top-flight midfielder with international pedigree. (conf 0.8)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Press-resistant central midfielder who can anchor or shuttle in a double pivot. Calm in possession with a clean first touch and reliable distribution, he uses strength and body positioning to manage pressure. Offers range from distance with the ball and provides steady defensive coverage through reading of play rather than raw pace.

Born in France but chose to represent Algeria at senior international level.

Known for a composed penalty technique in high-pressure moments.

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