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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 over short distances to break defensive lines with the ball. (conf 0.7)
Adequate but unremarkable pace for a modern central midfielder. (conf 0.65)
Nimble in tight spaces, able to turn away from pressure quickly. (conf 0.7)
Covers ground consistently across box-to-box midfield duties. (conf 0.6)
Control
Clean touch under pressure that lets him carry play forward immediately. (conf 0.75)
Comfortable running at defenders, a signature trait since his Leverkusen days. (conf 0.75)
Uses body reasonably well but not physically dominant against bigger midfielders. (conf 0.6)
Capable of hitting clean shots from range with his favored right foot. (conf 0.65)
Distribution
Reliable in tight combinations through the middle third. (conf 0.7)
Serviceable switches of play but not a primary distribution weapon. (conf 0.55)
Occasional delivery from wide areas but not a core part of his game. (conf 0.5)
Finds late runs into the box, a trait that has produced steady assist numbers. (conf 0.65)
Chance threat
Has a track record of arriving late to score, notably for Hoffenheim and Leverkusen. (conf 0.65)
Sometimes shoots from speculative positions rather than working a better angle. (conf 0.55)
Times late arrivals into the box well as an attacking midfielder. (conf 0.65)
Not a regular set-piece taker at club level, contributes occasionally. (conf 0.5)
Duels
Undersized for aerial duels, wins few headers relative to peers. (conf 0.5)
Competes fairly in midfield battles without being a physical standout. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Engages in coordinated pressing schemes typical of Bundesliga midfielders. (conf 0.55)
Contributes modestly to ball recoveries rather than being a disruptive tackler. (conf 0.5)
Positionally sound but leans more attack-minded than defensively disciplined. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Generally calm on the ball in advanced midfield areas. (conf 0.6)
Sound choices in possession, occasionally rushed in the final third. (conf 0.6)
Puts in consistent defensive effort expected of a Bundesliga starter. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
History of significant muscle and knee issues has limited his availability. (conf 0.65)
Outlook
Approaching 30, likely near the ceiling of his career trajectory. (conf 0.55)
Known within the Bundesliga from spells at Leverkusen and Hoffenheim, limited beyond Germany. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Nadiem Amiri is a German attacking midfielder now with Mainz 05 after previous spells at Bayer Leverkusen and TSG Hoffenheim. He is best known for driving forward with the ball, combining in tight areas, and arriving late into the box to score. Injuries, including serious knee problems, have interrupted his development at various points, tempering an otherwise promising profile.
Has represented the Germany national team at senior level.
Later moved to Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga.