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Overview
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Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Once a genuine burst threat overlapping from left-back, now diminished at 35. (conf 0.6)
Recognisable pace advantage in his Sunderland/Palace prime has faded with age. (conf 0.55)
Still comfortable changing direction but lacks the sharpness of his 20s. (conf 0.55)
Can complete 90 minutes at Eredivisie level but no longer covers a flank all match. (conf 0.5)
Control
Reliable control built over 500-plus career appearances across four leagues. (conf 0.55)
Comfortable carrying the ball out from the back, a long-standing trait. (conf 0.55)
Uses experience and body positioning to protect the ball under pressure. (conf 0.5)
Possesses a genuine left-footed strike, scored notable long-range goals for Sunderland and Palace. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Composed in build-up as a converted centre-back with left-back distribution instincts. (conf 0.55)
Capable of switching play, a carryover skill from his attacking full-back days. (conf 0.5)
Delivered end product from the left flank throughout his Premier League career. (conf 0.55)
Sound game reading from deep positions but not a creative focal point. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Chipped in with goals as an attacking full-back rather than a natural finisher. (conf 0.5)
Picks his moments to shoot from distance rather than forcing efforts. (conf 0.45)
Less involved in advanced runs now playing centrally in defence. (conf 0.45)
Occasional free-kick and penalty threat historically with his left foot. (conf 0.5)
Duels
Adequate in the air for a converted centre-back but not dominant. (conf 0.5)
Experienced defender who reads tackles well despite reduced recovery speed. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Manages energy carefully at this career stage rather than pressing relentlessly. (conf 0.45)
Uses timing and experience to intercept rather than raw athleticism. (conf 0.45)
Veteran positional sense gained from a long top-flight and international career. (conf 0.55)
Mental
Calm under pressure, reflecting years of Premier League and Champions League football. (conf 0.55)
Experienced game management honed across Chelsea, Sunderland, Palace and Galatasaray spells. (conf 0.5)
Steady rather than relentless at this stage of his career. (conf 0.45)
Resilience
Has dealt with muscular and long-term injuries in recent seasons. (conf 0.45)
Outlook
At 35, role is now squad depth and mentorship rather than further development. (conf 0.5)
Known Dutch international and Premier League veteran, recognisable but not a global star. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Patrick van Aanholt is a Dutch defender best known for his years as an attacking left-back in the Premier League with Sunderland and Crystal Palace, later adding spells at Chelsea and Galatasaray. Left-footed and comfortable both overlapping and stepping infield, he combines composed distribution with a capable long-range strike. Now in the twilight of his career at Sparta Rotterdam back in the Eredivisie, he offers experience, leadership and positional versatility across the back line rather than the athleticism of his prime. He remains a full Netherlands international with senior caps to his name.
Came through Chelsea's academy before earning his reputation at Sunderland and Crystal Palace in the Premier League.
Capped by the Netherlands national team.
Left-footed attacking full-back known for driving forward and scoring from distance.
Had a spell at Galatasaray in Turkey before returning to Dutch football.