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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Average burst, relies on positioning over pace. (conf 0.5)
Decent speed over distance for a holding midfielder. (conf 0.5)
Balanced and compact in tight midfield areas. (conf 0.5)
High running volume over several 2. Bundesliga seasons. (conf 0.5)
Control
Tidy receiver, takes the ball well under pressure. (conf 0.5)
Not a dribbler, carries only to escape pressure. (conf 0.5)
Uses his 1.85m frame to protect the ball in midfield. (conf 0.5)
Decent striking of the ball from distance, no specialist. (conf 0.5)
Distribution
Reliable, quick passer in short combinations. (conf 0.5)
Can switch play from deep, range is good not exceptional. (conf 0.5)
Rarely delivers from wide, limited crossing output. (conf 0.5)
Sees the simple forward pass, not a creator. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Occasional goals from midfield, finishing not a strength. (conf 0.5)
Mostly sensible, rarely forces low-value shots. (conf 0.5)
Late runs into the box are not a major feature. (conf 0.5)
No notable dead-ball or long-range shooting record. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Reasonable in the air for a holding midfielder. (conf 0.5)
Wins a high share of duels in front of the back line. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Active presser, sets the tempo of pressure in midfield. (conf 0.5)
Breaks up play with tackles and interceptions. (conf 0.5)
Disciplined at screening the defence and covering lanes. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Calm in possession in the heart of midfield. (conf 0.5)
Simple, low-risk choices with and without the ball. (conf 0.5)
Tireless work in and out of possession. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
Long-time regular with no major injury record found. (conf 0.3)
Outlook
Entering his late twenties, modest headroom left. (conf 0.5)
Promotion-winning starter, new to the Bundesliga at Schalke. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Ron Schallenberg is a German defensive midfielder, 1.85m tall, who protects the back line with tackling, positioning and tireless running. He came through the SC Paderborn youth system, spent two years on loan at SC Verl, and played three 2. Bundesliga seasons for Paderborn from 2020. He joined Schalke 04 in June 2023 after the club's relegation and has been a regular in midfield since. He is a steady, no-frills screen who keeps possession simple.
Made his Paderborn debut in the 2020-21 DFB-Pokal first round on 13 September 2020.
Won the 2. Bundesliga title with Schalke 04 in 2025-26.