Quentin Merlin

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League: Ligue 1Team: RennesNationality: France
Positions:LBLMAge: ~24

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€3.3m€19.5m
Confidence: 47%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 68 / 100·Confidence 47%

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

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration76

Quick off the mark, good tool for overlapping runs down the left flank. (conf 0.55)

Top speed73

Solid recovery pace typical of a modern Ligue 1 full-back. (conf 0.5)

Agility74

Nimble in tight areas when combining with wingers on the overlap. (conf 0.5)

Stamina75

Covers the flank repeatedly across 90 minutes in an up-tempo system. (conf 0.5)

Control

First touch68

Reliable control under pressure though not a standout technician. (conf 0.5)

Dribbling67

Comfortable carrying the ball forward but not a frequent one-on-one dribbler. (conf 0.5)

Ball shielding65

Uses body positioning adequately to protect the ball near the touchline. (conf 0.45)

Ball striking62

Modest long-range threat, not a key part of his game. (conf 0.45)

Distribution

Short passing70

Keeps possession moving cleanly in build-up from left-back. (conf 0.5)

Long passing63

Capable of switching play though not his sharpest tool. (conf 0.45)

Crossing68

Delivers early crosses from advanced left-back positions with decent success. (conf 0.5)

Vision65

Reads simple overloads well but not a creative orchestrator. (conf 0.45)

Chance threat

Finishing55

Limited end product, goals are rare for a full-back of his profile. (conf 0.4)

Shot selection58

Sensible with attempts, rarely shoots from poor positions. (conf 0.4)

Off-ball movement70

Good timing overlapping and underlapping to support the winger. (conf 0.5)

Set-piece shot45

Not a designated set-piece taker in his squads. (conf 0.35)

Duels

Aerial58

Undersized for a full-back, wins fewer aerial duels than peers. (conf 0.4)

Ground duels70

Combative one-on-one defender who competes well against wingers. (conf 0.5)

Defense

Pressing intensity73

Energetic in pressing triggers typical of Ligue 1 mid-table sides. (conf 0.5)

Defensive disruption68

Active tackler who breaks up wide attacking play consistently. (conf 0.45)

Defensive positioning67

Generally sound shape though can be caught upfield after overlaps. (conf 0.45)

Mental

Composure68

Handles Ligue 1 pace calmly for a player still developing consistency. (conf 0.5)

Decision making66

Occasionally overcommits going forward but improving with experience. (conf 0.45)

Work rate78

Tireless up-and-down full-back who covers the flank both ways. (conf 0.55)

Resilience

Injury reliability65

No major injury history known, generally available for selection. (conf 0.4)

Outlook

Potential68

Still in his mid-twenties with room to refine his final product. (conf 0.5)

Reputation58

Known within Ligue 1 and France's youth pipeline, not a broader star. (conf 0.5)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Quentin Merlin is a left-footed left-back at Rennes known for his energetic overlapping runs and willingness to get forward in wide areas. He built his reputation at Nantes as a hard-working, combative defender with useful crossing ability before his move to Rennes. Defensively he is committed and duels well against wingers, though his aerial presence is limited by his frame. He remains a developing player within the French Ligue 1 pipeline rather than an established international regular.

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