Nuno Tavares

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League: Serie ATeam: LazioNationality: Portugal
Positions:LBLMAge: ~26

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Confidence: 62%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 68 / 100·Confidence 62%

Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration85

Explosive burst off the mark is his standout physical trait as a left-back. (conf 0.82)

Top speed84

Genuine recovery pace lets him bomb forward and still get back. (conf 0.8)

Agility76

Quick change of direction in transition, occasionally loose in tight spaces. (conf 0.72)

Stamina80

Covers the flank relentlessly across 90 minutes in Sarri/Baroni pressing systems. (conf 0.75)

Control

First touch68

Serviceable control though can be heavy under close pressure. (conf 0.65)

Dribbling73

Comfortable carrying the ball at pace down the left channel. (conf 0.7)

Ball shielding66

Uses frame reasonably well but not a natural body-shielder in tight duels. (conf 0.6)

Ball striking62

Adequate power on crosses and drives but lacks a refined technique. (conf 0.55)

Distribution

Short passing70

Functional in build-up phases, improved under Serie A tactical demands. (conf 0.65)

Long passing63

Occasional long diagonal but not a primary distribution outlet. (conf 0.55)

Crossing68

Delivers from the byline reasonably well when running at speed. (conf 0.6)

Vision62

Decision range in the final third is average rather than creative. (conf 0.55)

Chance threat

Finishing55

Not a goal threat, chips in occasionally with driven low finishes. (conf 0.5)

Shot selection58

Picks his moments to shoot sparingly, mostly cutting inside. (conf 0.5)

Off-ball movement74

Times overlapping and underlapping runs well to stretch defenses. (conf 0.68)

Set-piece shot45

Not a set-piece taker within his squads. (conf 0.45)

Duels

Aerial55

Undersized for a full-back and rarely a dominant aerial presence. (conf 0.5)

Ground duels72

Competitive tackler who uses recovery speed to win second efforts. (conf 0.65)

Defense

Pressing intensity78

High-energy presser well suited to Serie A's demanding wide roles. (conf 0.7)

Defensive disruption70

Active interceptor when engaged aggressively higher up the pitch. (conf 0.62)

Defensive positioning60

Positioning discipline has been an inconsistent point since his Arsenal days. (conf 0.55)

Mental

Composure60

Can be rash in one-on-ones, prone to occasional lapses of concentration. (conf 0.55)

Decision making61

Sound going forward but decision-making under defensive pressure varies. (conf 0.55)

Work rate82

Tireless up-and-down effort defines his profile at full-back. (conf 0.72)

Resilience

Injury reliability62

Has had spells sidelined with muscular issues across his career. (conf 0.55)

Outlook

Potential66

Mid-20s full-back with room to refine end product and consistency. (conf 0.6)

Reputation58

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.

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