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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Not a burst athlete; relies on positioning rather than recovery speed. (conf 0.55)
Long stride covers ground adequately for a tall centre-back. (conf 0.55)
Functional but somewhat rigid turning for his height and frame. (conf 0.5)
Copes well with Leeds' demanding pressing and transition schedule. (conf 0.55)
Control
Comfortable receiving under pressure in build-up phases. (conf 0.5)
Limited ball-carrying ambition, prefers simple progressions. (conf 0.5)
Uses his size well to protect the ball from onrushing forwards. (conf 0.55)
Clean enough technique but rarely tasked with long-range strikes. (conf 0.45)
Distribution
Reliable in possession-based build-up under Leeds' system. (conf 0.55)
Can find switches of play though not a standout distributor. (conf 0.5)
Rarely delivers crosses given his primarily central defensive role. (conf 0.45)
Adequate reading of passing lanes but not a creative outlet. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Aerial presence at set pieces has produced a handful of important goals. (conf 0.6)
Selective, mostly limited to set-piece opportunities in the box. (conf 0.5)
Good near-post and far-post runs on corners and free kicks. (conf 0.55)
Not a designated taker; contributes little from direct free kicks. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Genuine physical advantage in the air at both boxes given his height. (conf 0.65)
Strong, combative defender who competes well in one-on-ones. (conf 0.6)
Defense
Engages front-footed defending within Leeds' aggressive structure. (conf 0.5)
Timely interceptions and blocks from his versatile CB/LB experience. (conf 0.55)
Well-organised, dependable reader of the game across two positions. (conf 0.6)
Mental
Calm under pressure, rarely panics playing out from the back. (conf 0.55)
Generally sound choices balancing progression and safety. (conf 0.5)
Consistent defensive effort across a long Championship-to-Premier-League run. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Missed significant time with a serious Achilles injury in his career. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Mid-20s defender likely near his ceiling as a solid rotation centre-back. (conf 0.5)
Known within Championship and Premier League circles, not a wider star. (conf 0.5)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Pascal Struijk is a tall, versatile Dutch defender for Leeds United capable of playing centre-back or left-back, valued for his aerial strength and composure in possession. He returned with Leeds to the Premier League after their promotion, having been a mainstay through the club's Championship campaigns. His game is built on physical presence, positional discipline and set-piece threat rather than explosive athleticism, and he overcame a serious Achilles injury earlier in his career to remain a key squad figure.
Suffered a long-term injury that sidelined him for an extended period.
Long-serving Leeds United academy graduate who became a regular first-team defender.
Has featured for the Netherlands at youth international level.