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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Still shows sharp first steps in transition but has lost a yard with age. (conf 0.6)
Once a genuine pace threat out wide, now closer to average at 36. (conf 0.55)
Retains the low center of gravity that lets him twist past full-backs. (conf 0.6)
Age has trimmed his ability to sustain repeated high-intensity shifts. (conf 0.5)
Control
Reliable cushioning of the ball in tight wide areas built over a long career. (conf 0.65)
Long known for direct wing dribbling and beating markers one-on-one. (conf 0.65)
Uses experience to protect the ball rather than raw strength. (conf 0.5)
Capable of clean strikes when cutting inside onto his stronger foot. (conf 0.5)
Distribution
Competent combination play in wide triangles at Süper Lig level. (conf 0.5)
Not a primary distributor, functional switches at best. (conf 0.45)
Delivers dangerous low crosses from the byline as a natural winger. (conf 0.55)
Solid awareness of runners but not an elite creator. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Career record shows a consistent double-digit goal threat from wide. (conf 0.55)
Experienced enough to pick smart moments to cut inside and shoot. (conf 0.5)
Times runs in behind well against deeper Süper Lig backlines. (conf 0.5)
Occasional free-kick taker but not a standout dead-ball specialist. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Undersized winger with limited aerial presence. (conf 0.45)
Wins his share of wide duels through low center of gravity and craft. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Contributes to the press selectively given his age and role. (conf 0.45)
Tracks back when needed but not a natural defensive winger. (conf 0.4)
Adequate discipline without being a defensive asset out wide. (conf 0.4)
Mental
Long career including captaining Cape Verde has bred calm decision-making. (conf 0.6)
Experienced pro who generally chooses efficient options in the final third. (conf 0.55)
Puts in effort but manages output at this stage of his career. (conf 0.45)
Resilience
Has stayed largely available across a long professional career. (conf 0.45)
Outlook
At 36, remaining trajectory is limited to short-term squad contribution. (conf 0.5)
Well known in Ligue 1 circles and as Cape Verde's long-time captain and top scorer. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Ryan Mendes is a veteran Cape Verdean left-footed winger now plying his trade at Kocaelispor in the Turkish Süper Lig after a long career largely spent in Ligue 1 with Lille and Reims. A direct, tricky dribbler who likes to cut inside from the left onto his favored foot, he built a reputation as a tenacious, high-effort wide player who can still chip in with goals and assists. At 36, he offers experience and know-how more than the explosive pace of his younger years, and he remains a central figure for the Cape Verde national team.
Long-time captain of the Cape Verde national team.
Played in Ligue 1 for Lille after starting out at Le Havre.