Sebastiano Luperto

Adequate but not quick over the first few yards for a modern centre-back. (conf 0.5)

Can be exposed in races against pacey forwards in behind. (conf 0.5)

Reasonable turning ability for his size, nothing exceptional. (conf 0.45)

Reliable across a full Serie A season without major dips. (conf 0.5)

Clean enough control to bring the ball down under pressure. (conf 0.5)

Limited ball progression through dribbling, prefers simple solutions. (conf 0.45)

Uses his frame competently to protect the ball from strikers. (conf 0.5)

Rarely called upon for long-range or powerful strikes. (conf 0.4)

Comfortable playing out from the back in a settled system. (conf 0.5)

Can find a switch of play but not a standout distributor. (conf 0.45)

Almost never involved in crossing situations as a centre-back. (conf 0.4)

Functional reading of build-up options rather than incisive. (conf 0.45)

Very rarely a goal threat, minimal attacking output. (conf 0.4)

Seldom shoots given his defensive role and limited attacking involvement. (conf 0.35)

Modest movement on set pieces, not a regular attacking outlet. (conf 0.4)

Not utilized as a set-piece taker. (conf 0.35)

Solid in the air for his height, competes well at both boxes. (conf 0.55)

Dependable one-on-one defender, well-timed tackling. (conf 0.55)

Engages when required but not an aggressive high-press initiator. (conf 0.45)

Good interception numbers reading passing lanes centrally. (conf 0.5)

Experienced positional sense built over a long Serie A career. (conf 0.55)

Rarely panics under pressure, steady in tight defensive moments. (conf 0.5)

Generally sound choices in when to step or hold the line. (conf 0.5)

Consistent defensive application across matches. (conf 0.5)

Fairly durable through his career with occasional muscular issues. (conf 0.45)

Established veteran now past his ceiling in his early thirties. (conf 0.45)

Known Serie A journeyman defender without wider international profile. (conf 0.5)