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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Tall frame limits explosiveness off the mark, gets going gradually. (conf 0.7)
Covers ground well in straight lines for a player of his size. (conf 0.65)
Long limbs and height reduce turning speed and close-quarters nimbleness. (conf 0.7)
Works channels and holds up play across 90 minutes reasonably well. (conf 0.6)
Control
Cushions long balls adequately though not always tidy under pressure. (conf 0.6)
Rarely beats defenders with the ball at feet, not his game. (conf 0.65)
Excellent at holding off defenders using his massive frame and strength. (conf 0.75)
Clean, powerful strike on the ball when shooting from close range. (conf 0.6)
Distribution
Lays off knock-downs and simple combinations competently as a target man. (conf 0.55)
Not a distributor from deep, limited long-range passing involvement. (conf 0.5)
Minimal crossing output, plays almost exclusively as central striker. (conf 0.5)
Functional awareness for lay-offs but not a creative playmaker. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Prolific in the Belgian league and productive in Turkey, clinical near goal. (conf 0.75)
Picks smart moments to shoot given his aerial and close-range strengths. (conf 0.65)
Strong runs and positioning to exploit crosses and knock-downs in the box. (conf 0.65)
Not a dead-ball taker, contributes little on free kicks or penalties routinely. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Towering height (near 2 meters) makes him a dominant aerial threat and target man. (conf 0.85)
Strength and bulk let him win physical battles against most defenders. (conf 0.7)
Defense
Presses selectively rather than relentlessly given his build and pace. (conf 0.55)
Limited defensive work beyond occasional front-foot pressure on centre-backs. (conf 0.5)
Rarely tracks back, focused almost entirely on attacking duties. (conf 0.45)
Mental
Generally calm finisher in the box when chances fall to him. (conf 0.6)
Sound target-man decisions, knows when to hold, lay off, or shoot. (conf 0.55)
Puts in honest shifts leading the line despite limited defensive returns. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Has dealt with fitness and injury spells across his Genk and Southampton spells. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
In his early thirties, likely near or past his statistical peak years. (conf 0.55)
Well known in Belgian and Turkish football, less recognized in Europe's top five leagues. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Paul Onuachu is a giant Nigerian target man whose imposing height and physical strength make him a constant aerial threat and a difficult nuisance to defend against in the box. Best known for a hugely prolific spell at Genk before a move to Southampton that never quite clicked, he has rediscovered goalscoring form back in Turkey with Trabzonspor. His game is built around holding up play, winning knock-downs, and finishing chances in tight areas rather than dribbling or creating from open play.
One of the most prolific strikers in Belgian Pro League history during his time at Genk.
Known as one of the tallest outfield players in top European leagues.