Ross Barkley

Quick first step and often able to burst past opponents over short distances. (conf 0.85)

Not an out-and-out sprinter; maintains decent speed over longer runs but not elite. (conf 0.8)

Good change of direction and balance when taking on players in tight areas. (conf 0.85)

Generally able to sustain involvement across a match but intensity can vary. (conf 0.75)

Consistently reliable control enabling quick combinations and shots from distance. (conf 0.9)

Comfortable carrying the ball into advanced areas and beating opponents one-on-one. (conf 0.9)

Uses body well to protect the ball and hold possession under pressure. (conf 0.8)

Able to strike effectively from distance with power and accuracy. (conf 0.85)

Comfortable in tight spaces and accurate in short combinations. (conf 0.9)

Capable of accurate longer balls but not a primary long-distribution specialist. (conf 0.8)

Reasonably effective from wider positions though not a standout crosser. (conf 0.75)

Sees and executes through-balls and late runs into advanced channels. (conf 0.88)

Can finish well from inside and outside the box; composed in scoring opportunities. (conf 0.85)

Often chooses ambitious attempts from distance; decision quality varies by situation. (conf 0.8)

Good timing of late runs into the box and finding pockets between lines. (conf 0.85)

Can be a reliable option for direct free-kicks and long-range dead-ball attempts. (conf 0.8)

Not a dominant aerial presence; competes but not a key strength. (conf 0.65)

Holds his own in 50/50s and uses technique to win duels on the deck. (conf 0.8)

Engages in pressing but intensity and consistency can fluctuate. (conf 0.75)

Contributes to pressing schemes and intermittent ball recoveries. (conf 0.75)

Awareness in transitional phases but not specialized as a defensive midfielder. (conf 0.75)

Generally calm under pressure, especially when striking from distance or finishing. (conf 0.85)

Makes effective creative decisions regularly, though choices can be mixed at times. (conf 0.82)

Contributes both offensively and defensively but intensity is not relentless. (conf 0.78)

Has had notable injury interruptions earlier in career that have affected availability. (conf 0.8)

Still has scope to influence games creatively; peak ceiling reduced by past injuries and form variability. (conf 0.6)

Widely regarded as a technically gifted and creative midfielder with notable early promise. (conf 0.85)