Nathan Aké

League: Premier LeagueTeam: Manchester CityNationality: Netherlands
Positions:CBLBage:~30

Estimated market value (beta)

€60.4m€100.7m
Confidence: 84%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
x̄(w) = 74.0 / 100 · Confidence = 84%

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration66

Quick initial burst for a centre-back, useful when stepping into midfield or covering wide. (conf 0.85)

Top speed68

Reasonable sprint speed but not elite; recovers well over distance for his role. (conf 0.8)

Agility70

Good balance and change of direction for a left-sided centre-back. (conf 0.8)

Stamina72

Sustains intensity across matches when fit, capable of repeated sprints and ball progression. (conf 0.8)

Control

First touch78

Controlled first touch that helps him collect and progress the ball under pressure. (conf 0.9)

Dribbling70

Comfortable carrying the ball out from the back and beating pressure in tight spaces. (conf 0.85)

Ball shielding63

Can protect the ball effectively but not a primary strength compared with midfielders. (conf 0.75)

Ball striking72

Strong technique on driven passes and long-range efforts; reliable clearing/diagonal deliveries. (conf 0.8)

Distribution

Short passing80

Comfortable and accurate in short combinations and progressive passing out of defence. (conf 0.9)

Long passing75

Effective diagonals and long balls to switch play or find forwards from deep. (conf 0.85)

Crossing61

Occasional left-sided deliveries but not a primary crosser. (conf 0.7)

Vision74

Sees progressive passing lines and picks smart long options from the back. (conf 0.85)

Chance threat

Finishing53

Not a frequent goal threat; competent with headers or set-piece attempts but limited finishing role. (conf 0.75)

Shot selection56

Tends to pick reasonable moments to shoot but rarely a creative shooter. (conf 0.7)

Off-ball movement76

Good movement to create passing outlets and to position for defensive actions. (conf 0.85)

Set-piece shot50

Not known as a regular dead-ball shooter; occasional involvement in offensive set plays. (conf 0.7)

Duels

Aerial74

Strong in the air for clearances and defensive duels, useful on both defensive and attacking set pieces. (conf 0.85)

Ground duels78

Disciplined and strong in one-on-one ground challenges. (conf 0.85)

Defense

Pressing intensity68

Will step out to press but generally balanced with positional discipline. (conf 0.8)

Defensive disruption80

Good at intercepting passing lanes and breaking up opposition build-up play. (conf 0.9)

Defensive positioning85

Very reliable positioning, reads the game well and covers space effectively. (conf 0.9)

Mental

Composure86

Calm on the ball under pressure and when making defensive decisions. (conf 0.9)

Decision making80

Generally makes sensible choices in possession and when defending; seldom rash. (conf 0.9)

Work rate75

Consistent effort both in defensive duties and when contributing to build-up. (conf 0.85)

Resilience

Injury reliability65

Has had intermittent injury absences but typically returns to form when fit. (conf 0.75)

Outlook

Potential82

Well developed for his age; some scope to refine leadership and consistency further. (conf 0.8)

Reputation78

Seen as a high-quality, dependable left-sided centre-back with strong ball skills. (conf 0.9)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Left-sided centre-back known for composed ball-playing, strong positional awareness and the ability to progress possession from deep. Comfortable stepping into wide or midfield spaces and offers reliable aerial and ground defending without relying on elite pace.

Versatile defender who has regularly been deployed across the left side of the back line and is comfortable carrying the ball into midfield.

Often described for his composure under pressure and his role in initiating attacks from deep with accurate long and short passing.

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