Nikos Michelis

Quick enough for a 192 cm centre-back, but not a speedster. (conf 0.4)

Decent long-stride speed for his height, adequate in recovery. (conf 0.35)

Turning is limited by his 6'4" frame in tight spaces. (conf 0.4)

Logged 48 games for Viseu across two second-tier seasons. (conf 0.4)

Tidy receiver under light pressure, less secure in tight spaces. (conf 0.4)

Not a dribbler; only carries the ball when space opens. (conf 0.35)

Uses his big frame to hold off strikers in back-to-goal duels. (conf 0.35)

Reasonable technique on driven passes, no notable shooting threat. (conf 0.35)

Completes simple passes safely in a back line. (conf 0.4)

Moderate range for switches, a function not often required. (conf 0.35)

Not a crossing outlet; rarely deployed wide in his role. (conf 0.35)

Reads play defensively better than he creates for others. (conf 0.35)

Limited goal threat, mostly from attacking set pieces. (conf 0.35)

Rarely shoots; picks safe options from deep positions. (conf 0.35)

Gets forward mainly for corners and free kicks. (conf 0.35)

Not a set-piece taker and no known long-range shooting. (conf 0.3)

At 1.92 m he wins most aerial duels and is a threat at set pieces. (conf 0.4)

Strong and balanced in duels, a fit for the Portuguese second tier. (conf 0.4)

Steps out when needed, otherwise holds his line. (conf 0.35)

Wins headers and blocks shots, with solid clearing ability. (conf 0.4)

Positional sense is solid after seasons in Spain, Portugal and the Netherlands. (conf 0.4)

Calm enough in deep build-up, tested in the Primeira Liga for the first time. (conf 0.4)

Makes sound defensive choices and avoids unnecessary risks. (conf 0.4)

Consistent effort across loans and moves in several countries. (conf 0.4)

No major injuries are documented, so a neutral rating applies. (conf 0.28)

At 25 he still has room to grow now that he plays in a top division. (conf 0.4)

Former Milan academy player with Greek youth caps, in his first top-flight season. (conf 0.4)