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Overview
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Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Solid but unspectacular recovery speed for a converted full-back turned centre-back. (conf 0.5)
Adequate pace to cover in behind but not a standout sprinter. (conf 0.5)
Reasonable turning and change of direction from his right-back background. (conf 0.5)
Durable engine when fit, capable of covering ground over 90 minutes. (conf 0.5)
Control
Clean enough touch under pressure for a Bundesliga rotation defender. (conf 0.5)
Limited ball-carrying ambition, prefers simple progressions over take-ons. (conf 0.45)
Uses frame reasonably to protect the ball in wide areas. (conf 0.45)
Functional passing strike but not known for powerful long-range hitting. (conf 0.45)
Distribution
Reliable short-range distribution built up through years as a full-back. (conf 0.5)
Capable of switching play though not a standout range passer. (conf 0.45)
Serviceable delivery from wide positions honed at right-back. (conf 0.5)
Sees straightforward options rather than incisive line-breaking passes. (conf 0.45)
Chance threat
Minimal goal threat, not a defender relied upon in the box. (conf 0.4)
Rarely shoots, generally sensible when he does. (conf 0.4)
Sensible positional runs to support the attack from a defensive slot. (conf 0.45)
Not a designated set-piece taker at any of his clubs. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Competent in the air for his size given time at centre-back. (conf 0.5)
Committed tackler who competes well in one-on-one defensive duels. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Works hard to close down wide areas in line with Bundesliga pressing demands. (conf 0.5)
Decent interception numbers from reading passing lanes as a full-back. (conf 0.45)
Generally sound structural discipline, occasionally caught upfield historically. (conf 0.45)
Mental
Steady temperament after rebuilding his career through serious injuries. (conf 0.45)
Makes largely safe, low-risk choices in possession. (conf 0.45)
Known for a strong work ethic in returning from multiple long-term injuries. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
History includes a severe knee ligament injury that cost him a long spell out. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Approaching thirty, likely near the ceiling of his career trajectory. (conf 0.45)
Known within the Bundesliga as a versatile squad defender, not a national star. (conf 0.5)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Pascal Stenzel is a versatile German defender, originally a right-back, now operating at centre-back for VfB Stuttgart in the Bundesliga. He is a diligent, team-first defender whose career has been shaped by resilience after significant injury setbacks, including a serious cruciate ligament injury. Technically tidy rather than spectacular, he offers positional flexibility and a strong work ethic across the backline.
Came through Borussia Dortmund's academy before establishing himself in the Bundesliga with SC Freiburg.
Spent time at Borussia Dortmund before moving on to continue his career.
Has featured as both a right-back and centre-back over his career, prized for his versatility.