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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Reasonable recovery pace typical of a young Saudi Pro League centre-back. (conf 0.35)
Adequate straight-line speed to cover in behind for his level. (conf 0.35)
Turns and adjusts body shape competently for a defender of his standing. (conf 0.35)
Holds concentration across ninety minutes as expected at Al-Nassr's squad level. (conf 0.35)
Control
Controls under modest pressure cleanly enough to build from the back. (conf 0.35)
Limited carrying ambition, consistent with a orthodox centre-back profile. (conf 0.35)
Uses frame to protect the ball in tight duels near his own box. (conf 0.35)
Clearances and long balls are functional rather than a standout tool. (conf 0.3)
Distribution
Circulates possession safely in build-up phases for a mid-table Pro League side. (conf 0.35)
Occasional diagonal switches but not a primary distributor. (conf 0.35)
Rarely involved in crossing situations from a central defensive role. (conf 0.3)
Reads simple passing lanes but not a creative outlet from the back. (conf 0.35)
Chance threat
Minimal attacking output expected as a young centre-back. (conf 0.3)
Rarely shoots given his defensive remit. (conf 0.3)
Positions sensibly at set pieces but not a regular attacking threat. (conf 0.3)
Not utilized as a set-piece taker in his role. (conf 0.3)
Duels
Competes reasonably well in the air for domestic defensive duels. (conf 0.35)
Engages physically in one-on-one defending typical of his league level. (conf 0.35)
Defense
Applies moderate pressure when stepping out from the backline. (conf 0.35)
Times interceptions adequately against Saudi Pro League attackers. (conf 0.35)
Maintains a reasonable defensive line as a developing centre-back. (conf 0.35)
Mental
Generally settled on the ball under standard domestic pressure. (conf 0.35)
Makes largely sound choices in possession and in defensive transitions. (conf 0.35)
Puts in consistent defensive effort befitting a squad player at this level. (conf 0.35)
Resilience
No known injury history of note, suggesting reasonable durability. (conf 0.3)
Outlook
Still in his early twenties with room to develop as a defender. (conf 0.35)
Largely unknown outside domestic Saudi football circles. (conf 0.35)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Salem Al Najdi is a young Saudi centre-back on the books at Al-Nassr, plying his trade in the Saudi Pro League. He fits the profile of a developing domestic defender rather than an established first-team fixture at a club otherwise stacked with marquee attacking talent. His game is built on positional discipline and physical engagement rather than standout technical flair. At 23, he remains a projection more than a proven commodity at the highest level.