Samuel Kotto

League: Jupiler Pro LeagueTeam: KAA GentNationality: Cameroon
Positions:CBage:~21

Estimated market value (beta)

€5.3m€125.1m
Confidence: 52%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
x̄(w) = 64.9 / 100 · Confidence = 52%

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration60

Explosive first steps for short defensive bursts. (conf 0.5)

Top speed65

Can maintain decent speed over longer distances. (conf 0.5)

Agility58

Adequate agility to change direction under pressure. (conf 0.45)

Stamina72

Sustains intensity across full matches reliably. (conf 0.6)

Control

First touch55

Comfortable controlling predictable passes in tight spaces. (conf 0.45)

Dribbling50

Not a primary ball-carrier; limited dribble range. (conf 0.4)

Ball shielding62

Uses body effectively to protect the ball. (conf 0.5)

Ball striking60

Capable of clearing and playing competent long passes. (conf 0.5)

Distribution

Short passing68

Comfortable short distribution under pressure with accuracy. (conf 0.55)

Long passing66

Able to switch play with measured long passes. (conf 0.5)

Crossing40

Rarely delivers crosses; limited offensive crossing output. (conf 0.3)

Vision60

Sees progression opportunities from deep positions occasionally. (conf 0.45)

Chance threat

Finishing30

Not typically involved in finishing situations. (conf 0.3)

Shot selection35

Tends to avoid shooting; limited set-piece scoring instincts. (conf 0.3)

Off-ball movement65

Positions intelligently to intercept and block passing lanes. (conf 0.5)

Set-piece shot45

Occasionally a target on set-pieces with aerial threat. (conf 0.3)

Duels

Aerial75

Strong in aerial duels and defensive headers. (conf 0.6)

Ground duels70

Physical and composed when engaging opponents on ground. (conf 0.55)

Defense

Pressing intensity62

Applies pressure selectively and reads opponent play well. (conf 0.5)

Defensive disruption74

Effective at stopping attacks through tackles and interceptions. (conf 0.6)

Defensive positioning76

Usually well positioned to deny dangerous spaces. (conf 0.6)

Mental

Composure68

Calm under pressure, rarely panics in possession. (conf 0.55)

Decision making66

Generally makes sensible choices in defensive scenarios. (conf 0.55)

Work rate70

High effort levels across defensive and transitional phases. (conf 0.6)

Resilience

Injury reliability72

Generally available; few known long-term injuries. (conf 0.6)

Outlook

Potential78

Upward trajectory with room to refine technical skills. (conf 0.5)

Reputation40

Emerging player without widespread international recognition. (conf 0.4)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

A physically imposing centre-back who relies on aerial dominance and positional intelligence. Comfortable distributing from deep and focused on defensive organisation.

Praised for calm leadership when organising the defensive line.

Trusted in tense match moments to protect narrow leads.

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