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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Quick enough over five metres to beat markers into the box, not explosive. (conf 0.6)
Average straight-line pace; relies on timing rather than sprints. (conf 0.6)
Nimble in tight penalty-area pockets, turns sharply on either foot. (conf 0.6)
Sustains repeated box-to-box runs for 90 minutes week after week. (conf 0.65)
Control
Clean receiving touch under pressure sets up his quick-release shots. (conf 0.65)
Functional carrier, not a line-breaking dribbler; keeps moves ticking. (conf 0.6)
Slight frame but uses body cleverly to protect first-time layoffs. (conf 0.55)
Crisp low striker of the ball from the edge of the area. (conf 0.7)
Distribution
Reliable combination passer around the box in Feyenoord's rotations. (conf 0.65)
Rarely asked to switch play; range is adequate, not a weapon. (conf 0.55)
Occasional cutback deliveries; crossing is a minor part of his game. (conf 0.5)
Sees the cutback and third-man run, though scoring instinct comes first. (conf 0.6)
Chance threat
24 Eredivisie goals from midfield in 2024-25 shows elite conversion for his role. (conf 0.8)
Shoots mainly from high-value central positions after late box arrivals. (conf 0.7)
Exceptional ghosting runs into the box, arguably his signature trait. (conf 0.8)
Takes some penalties confidently; direct free-kicks are not a feature. (conf 0.5)
Duels
Modest height but times near-post runs to nick headed goals. (conf 0.55)
Competes willingly but is not a duel-winning destroyer. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Leads the counterpress from the ten spot with genuine energy. (conf 0.6)
Cuts passing lanes in the press more than he wins tackles. (conf 0.55)
Attacking-minded; deeper defensive structure remains his weakest area. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Ice-cool in one-touch finishing situations inside the box. (conf 0.7)
Consistently picks the right moment to arrive rather than force play. (conf 0.65)
High-volume runner both in press and in penalty-box arrivals. (conf 0.65)
Resilience
Near ever-present through his Twente seasons with few injury absences. (conf 0.6)
Outlook
At 24, top-five-league move and Oranje recognition remain realistic next steps. (conf 0.6)
Household name in the Netherlands after his Eredivisie top-scorer season. (conf 0.7)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Sem Steijn is a goal-scoring attacking midfielder who joined Feyenoord in summer 2025 after an extraordinary spell at FC Twente, where he finished as Eredivisie top scorer from midfield. His game is built on late, perfectly timed runs into the box and clinical one- and two-touch finishing rather than dribbling or playmaking. Son of coach Maurice Steijn, he pressed hard from the ten role and quickly became a focal point of Feyenoord's attack in 2025-26.
Finished as Eredivisie top scorer in 2024-25 with FC Twente despite playing as a midfielder.
Signed by Feyenoord in summer 2025 as one of the Eredivisie's marquee internal transfers.
Son of Dutch head coach Maurice Steijn and came through ADO Den Haag's academy.