Robin Le Normand

Adequate recovery speed but not an explosive defender. (conf 0.6)

Covers ground well enough against quicker forwards. (conf 0.6)

Turns reasonably for a big defender of 1.87m. (conf 0.55)

Rarely fades and has been a regular starter across long seasons. (conf 0.6)

Comfortable receiving under pressure and setting up play. (conf 0.6)

Can carry the ball out of defence but is not a carrier. (conf 0.5)

Strong frame holds off forwards when protecting the ball. (conf 0.55)

Competent but unremarkable when driving longer, firmer passes. (conf 0.5)

Reliable in build-up and rarely gives the ball away in tight spaces. (conf 0.6)

Can switch play or find a forward from the back. (conf 0.55)

Almost never involved in wide delivery given his central role. (conf 0.45)

Reads passing lanes well enough to start attacks from deep. (conf 0.5)

Occasional set-piece goal but not a scoring outlet. (conf 0.45)

Few shots, mostly close-range set-piece chances. (conf 0.4)

Sensible runs to attack the ball on corners. (conf 0.45)

Not a designated taker; mainly an aerial threat at set pieces. (conf 0.4)

Dominant in the air and a key defensive and set-piece weapon. (conf 0.65)

Wins the large majority of one-on-one duels with strength and timing. (conf 0.65)

Steps out to engage forwards but is not a pressing-led defender. (conf 0.55)

Reads play, blocks and intercepts well when the line holds. (conf 0.6)

Organized and disciplined defender who covers his zone well. (conf 0.65)

Unflustered in possession against high pressure. (conf 0.6)

Sound decisions in defence and build-up, rarely rash. (conf 0.6)

Consistently committed across league and international duty. (conf 0.6)

Largely available across his time at Real Sociedad and Atletico. (conf 0.5)

Nearly 30, so at or just below his present level. (conf 0.5)

Euro 2024 winner and Spain regular, a starter at a top LaLiga club. (conf 0.65)