Salih Özcan

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League: BundesligaTeam: Borussia DortmundNationality: Türkiye
Positions:CMAge: ~28

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€0.8m€3.7m
Confidence: 56%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 63 / 100·Confidence 56%

Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration62

Modest burst, relies more on positioning than pace to win ground. (conf 0.6)

Top speed58

Limited top-end speed typical of a defensive-minded holding midfielder. (conf 0.55)

Agility64

Compact and balanced in tight midfield exchanges. (conf 0.55)

Stamina78

Covers ground consistently as an engine-room holding midfielder. (conf 0.65)

Control

First touch68

Reliable under pressure though not a flashy technician. (conf 0.55)

Dribbling55

Prefers simple carries over beating opponents with the ball. (conf 0.55)

Ball shielding72

Strong frame lets him screen the ball well in congested areas. (conf 0.6)

Ball striking58

Modest long-range threat, not a frequent shooter from distance. (conf 0.5)

Distribution

Short passing74

Tidy circulation passing that keeps tempo in the double pivot. (conf 0.6)

Long passing63

Occasional switches of play but not his defining trait. (conf 0.5)

Crossing45

Rarely delivers crosses given his deep central role. (conf 0.5)

Vision65

Solid game reading to find the simple progressive option. (conf 0.55)

Chance threat

Finishing42

Very low goal output typical of a pure defensive midfielder. (conf 0.5)

Shot selection50

Takes shots sparingly, favoring recycling possession instead. (conf 0.5)

Off-ball movement60

Positions to offer a consistent outlet rather than making runs. (conf 0.5)

Set-piece shot40

Not a designated set-piece taker at club or international level. (conf 0.45)

Duels

Aerial63

Competes reasonably in aerial duels for a midfielder his size. (conf 0.55)

Ground duels75

Combative tackler who wins a high share of midfield duels. (conf 0.65)

Defense

Pressing intensity76

Energetic presser who closes passing lanes quickly. (conf 0.6)

Defensive disruption74

Effective interceptor breaking up opposition build-up play. (conf 0.6)

Defensive positioning75

Disciplined screening of the back line as a holding midfielder. (conf 0.6)

Mental

Composure66

Generally calm in possession though not press-resistant against elite sides. (conf 0.55)

Decision making65

Sound, low-risk choices that suit a destroyer role. (conf 0.55)

Work rate80

Tireless worker known for covering large distances every match. (conf 0.65)

Resilience

Injury reliability55

Has dealt with muscular injury spells disrupting recent seasons. (conf 0.5)

Outlook

Potential52

Late-20s squad player unlikely to add much beyond current level. (conf 0.55)

Reputation58

Known Turkish international but a squad-rotation figure at Dortmund. (conf 0.55)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Salih Özcan is a combative Turkish holding midfielder known for his energy, tackling, and defensive screening rather than creative flair. Since joining Borussia Dortmund from FC Köln in 2023, he has operated as a rotation option in the double pivot, valued for his work rate and ball-winning over progressive passing or goal threat. He remains a regular presence in the Turkey national team setup.

Rose through FC Köln's academy before establishing himself as a Bundesliga regular there.

Transferred from FC Köln to Borussia Dortmund in the summer of 2022.

Capped for the Turkey national team and part of their squad pool.

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