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Overview
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Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Good recovery pace for a big centre-back, can close down quick forwards. (conf 0.7)
Long-striding speed lets him cover in behind on the counter. (conf 0.7)
Reasonably mobile for his size but not the most nimble in tight turns. (conf 0.6)
Durable engine that has handled heavy Serie A and Premier League workloads. (conf 0.6)
Control
Competent touch under pressure though occasionally heavy in tight areas. (conf 0.55)
Can carry the ball forward but not a primary ball-progressor via dribble. (conf 0.5)
Uses his frame well to shield the ball from onrushing attackers. (conf 0.6)
Clean enough technique on clearances and the occasional long strike. (conf 0.45)
Distribution
Reliable in build-up phases, comfortable playing out from the back. (conf 0.6)
Capable of switching play though not a standout distributor. (conf 0.55)
Rarely tasked with crossing given his central defensive role. (conf 0.4)
Solid game reading to spot outlets but not a creative orchestrator. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Occasional set-piece goal threat but limited overall finishing output. (conf 0.45)
Sensible when he does get shooting chances from set plays. (conf 0.4)
Makes intelligent forward runs at attacking set pieces. (conf 0.45)
A genuine aerial threat at corners and free kicks rather than a taker. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Dominant in the air at 1.94m, wins the vast majority of aerial duels. (conf 0.8)
Strong, physical defender who wins most one-on-one ground battles. (conf 0.7)
Defense
Engages aggressively from the back line to close passing lanes. (conf 0.55)
Timely interceptions and blocks built on strength and reach. (conf 0.65)
Experienced reader of the game who rarely gets caught out of shape. (conf 0.65)
Mental
Generally calm on the ball though can be error-prone under sustained pressure. (conf 0.6)
Sound tactical choices honed across Fiorentina and now Forest's structure. (conf 0.55)
Consistent effort and application across long Premier League seasons. (conf 0.6)
Resilience
Mostly durable career with occasional muscular knocks rather than long absences. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Established player in his prime nearing the back end of peak years. (conf 0.55)
Well known Serbia international and long-time Fiorentina captain figure. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Nikola Milenković is a towering, physically imposing centre-back now plying his trade for Nottingham Forest in the Premier League after years as a mainstay and captain at Fiorentina. Standing well over six feet, he is a dominant aerial presence and combative defender who thrives in duels and set-piece situations at both ends of the pitch. A regular for the Serbia national team, he combines strength with reasonable mobility and comfort in possession for a defender of his stature. At Forest he has continued to be a reliable, physical anchor in a Premier League backline.
Long-serving Fiorentina centre-back before his Premier League move to Nottingham Forest.
Regular Serbia international centre-back known for his height and aerial dominance.