Ozan Kabak

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League: BundesligaTeam: TSG HoffenheimNationality: Turkey
Positions:CBAge: ~26

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€0.8m€4.2m
Confidence: 52%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 61 / 100·Confidence 52%

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

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration68

Decent recovery speed for a modern centre-back, not elite. (conf 0.6)

Top speed70

Good pace to cover in behind, a trait scouted since his Stuttgart days. (conf 0.6)

Agility64

Reasonable turning ability but can look stretched against quick wingers. (conf 0.55)

Stamina66

Holds up over 90 minutes at Bundesliga intensity. (conf 0.5)

Control

First touch65

Clean enough control to bring the ball out from the back. (conf 0.55)

Dribbling58

Limited ball-carrying, prefers simple progression over take-ons. (conf 0.5)

Ball shielding64

Uses frame reasonably to protect the ball under pressure. (conf 0.5)

Ball striking55

Not known for long-range strikes, rarely shoots from distance. (conf 0.45)

Distribution

Short passing68

Comfortable in build-up phases with tidy short distribution. (conf 0.55)

Long passing63

Can hit line-breaking passes but not a standout range passer. (conf 0.5)

Crossing40

Rarely involved in crossing situations as a central defender. (conf 0.4)

Vision60

Reads passing lanes adequately to spring counters from deep. (conf 0.5)

Chance threat

Finishing35

Minimal goal threat, scores only occasionally from set pieces. (conf 0.4)

Shot selection45

Rarely shoots, sensible when he does step forward. (conf 0.4)

Off-ball movement55

Positions to support build-up rather than make forward runs. (conf 0.45)

Set-piece shot40

Not a designated set-piece taker at Hoffenheim. (conf 0.4)

Duels

Aerial72

Strong in the air for his size, a reliable defensive header threat. (conf 0.6)

Ground duels66

Competes well in one-on-one duels though can be caught out of position. (conf 0.55)

Defense

Pressing intensity60

Engages in Hoffenheim's structured pressing scheme adequately. (conf 0.5)

Defensive disruption63

Timely interceptions when reading the game well. (conf 0.5)

Defensive positioning62

Positioning has been inconsistent across loan spells and injuries. (conf 0.5)

Mental

Composure60

Generally calm on the ball but has had error-prone stretches. (conf 0.5)

Decision making60

Sound game management most matches with occasional lapses. (conf 0.5)

Work rate65

Reliable defensive effort across a long Bundesliga season. (conf 0.5)

Resilience

Injury reliability45

History of significant injury interruptions across his career. (conf 0.6)

Outlook

Potential55

Mid-20s centre-back who has plateaued below early hype levels. (conf 0.55)

Reputation58

Known in Germany and Turkey from a promising Schalke breakthrough and past Turkey caps. (conf 0.6)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Ozan Kabak is a Turkish centre-back at TSG Hoffenheim known for his athletic profile, aerial presence, and ability to step into midfield with progressive passing. Once one of Europe's most hyped young defenders after his Schalke breakthrough and loan spells at Liverpool and Norwich, his career since has been steadier than spectacular, marked by injury setbacks and inconsistent form. He remains a physically capable, ball-playing option anchoring Hoffenheim's backline in the Bundesliga.

Emerged as a teenager in Turkey with Galatasaray before moves to Stuttgart and Schalke 04, then a loan to Liverpool in January 2021.

Also spent time on loan at Norwich City in the Premier League.

Established senior international for Turkey.

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