Estimated market value (beta)
Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Tall striker with modest initial burst rather than explosive pace. (conf 0.55)
Decent straight-line speed for a target man once in stride. (conf 0.55)
Functional but not especially nimble in tight spaces. (conf 0.5)
Covers a striker's shift adequately across a Eredivisie season. (conf 0.5)
Control
Generally reliable touch to bring long balls under control. (conf 0.55)
Limited close-control ability, relies more on movement than take-ons. (conf 0.5)
Uses his frame well to hold up play with his back to goal. (conf 0.55)
Can strike cleanly but lacks a true elite finishing weapon. (conf 0.5)
Distribution
Adequate link play in and around the box for a target forward. (conf 0.5)
Rarely tasked with long distribution as a striker. (conf 0.4)
Not a crossing threat given his central striker role. (conf 0.4)
Some ability to lay balls off but not a creative hub. (conf 0.45)
Chance threat
Journeyman goal record across PSV, Atalanta and Sassuolo suggests moderate but inconsistent finishing. (conf 0.55)
Has shown occasional wastefulness in front of goal during his career. (conf 0.45)
Good sense for making runs in behind and into the box. (conf 0.5)
Not known as a dead-ball taker in his career. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Tall, physical frame gives him a genuine edge in the air. (conf 0.6)
Strong enough physically to hold off defenders in duels. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Works reasonably hard from the front without being a pressing specialist. (conf 0.45)
Minimal defensive contribution expected as a pure striker. (conf 0.4)
Not asked to track back meaningfully in a forward role. (conf 0.4)
Mental
Mixed record in front of goal suggests inconsistent composure at the highest level. (conf 0.5)
Solid but unspectacular decision-making in the final third. (conf 0.45)
Puts in honest shifts as a lead or support striker. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
Has dealt with periods of fitness disruption during his career. (conf 0.45)
Outlook
Now in late twenties, back in the Eredivisie with limited further upside. (conf 0.55)
Known in the Netherlands and Italy but never established as a top-tier forward. (conf 0.55)
Quick navigation
No roster-based suggestions yet.
Compare Sam Adrianus Martinus Lammers with…
Scouting Report & Player Insights
Sam Lammers is a tall Dutch target man now back in the Eredivisie with FC Twente after a well-travelled career that included spells at PSV, Atalanta, Sassuolo and Empoli. He offers physical presence, aerial threat and hold-up play more than explosive pace or elite finishing, profiling as a hard-working support or lead striker. His goal output has been steady rather than prolific, and he suits a team looking for a focal point in the box.
Came through the PSV Eindhoven academy before a move to Atalanta in Serie A.
Had a loan spell in Serie A with Empoli during his time under contract at Atalanta.
Dutch youth international striker.