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Overview
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Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Explosive burst off the mark is his standout physical trait as a left-back. (conf 0.82)
Genuine recovery pace lets him bomb forward and still get back. (conf 0.8)
Quick change of direction in transition, occasionally loose in tight spaces. (conf 0.72)
Covers the flank relentlessly across 90 minutes in Sarri/Baroni pressing systems. (conf 0.75)
Control
Serviceable control though can be heavy under close pressure. (conf 0.65)
Comfortable carrying the ball at pace down the left channel. (conf 0.7)
Uses frame reasonably well but not a natural body-shielder in tight duels. (conf 0.6)
Adequate power on crosses and drives but lacks a refined technique. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Functional in build-up phases, improved under Serie A tactical demands. (conf 0.65)
Occasional long diagonal but not a primary distribution outlet. (conf 0.55)
Delivers from the byline reasonably well when running at speed. (conf 0.6)
Decision range in the final third is average rather than creative. (conf 0.55)
Chance threat
Not a goal threat, chips in occasionally with driven low finishes. (conf 0.5)
Picks his moments to shoot sparingly, mostly cutting inside. (conf 0.5)
Times overlapping and underlapping runs well to stretch defenses. (conf 0.68)
Not a set-piece taker within his squads. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Undersized for a full-back and rarely a dominant aerial presence. (conf 0.5)
Competitive tackler who uses recovery speed to win second efforts. (conf 0.65)
Defense
High-energy presser well suited to Serie A's demanding wide roles. (conf 0.7)
Active interceptor when engaged aggressively higher up the pitch. (conf 0.62)
Positioning discipline has been an inconsistent point since his Arsenal days. (conf 0.55)
Mental
Can be rash in one-on-ones, prone to occasional lapses of concentration. (conf 0.55)
Sound going forward but decision-making under defensive pressure varies. (conf 0.55)
Tireless up-and-down effort defines his profile at full-back. (conf 0.72)
Resilience
Has had spells sidelined with muscular issues across his career. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Mid-20s full-back with room to refine end product and consistency. (conf 0.6)
Known in Serie A and among Arsenal-linked fans but not a global name. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Nuno Tavares is a Portuguese left-back at Lazio prized for his explosive pace and relentless forward running down the flank. Developed at Benfica before a move to Arsenal, he struggled to nail down defensive consistency in England and found a better fit through loan spells at Marseille and Lazio, where his athleticism and attacking output are showcased in a more advanced wing-back-style role. He remains a work-in-progress defensively but offers rare physical upside for the position.
Came through Benfica's academy before Arsenal signed him in 2021.
Impressed on loan at Marseille, helping revive his career after a difficult Arsenal spell.
Known for his explosive acceleration and willingness to overlap constantly as a left-back.