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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Solid recovery pace for a centre-back, useful covering in behind. (conf 0.7)
Genuinely quick for the position, can outrun most forwards in a straight line. (conf 0.7)
Reasonable turning speed though occasionally caught flat-footed against quick feet. (conf 0.6)
Copes fine with Premier League match loads across a Brentford season. (conf 0.65)
Control
Clean enough control under pressure for a build-from-the-back defender. (conf 0.6)
Can carry the ball out of defence but not a dribbler by trade. (conf 0.55)
Uses frame reasonably to protect the ball in tight defensive duels. (conf 0.55)
Not known for a powerful long-range strike from open play. (conf 0.5)
Distribution
Comfortable in possession, keeps circulation moving for a mid-table side. (conf 0.65)
Capable of the switch of play but not a standout distributor. (conf 0.6)
Rarely delivers crosses given his primary role at centre-back. (conf 0.45)
Reads passing lanes adequately without being a creative outlet. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Minimal goal threat, scores rarely even from set pieces. (conf 0.45)
Almost never shoots given his defensive remit. (conf 0.4)
Positions sensibly at set pieces though not a major attacking threat. (conf 0.45)
Not utilised as a dead-ball specialist. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Competes well in the air for his size, a reliable defensive header of the ball. (conf 0.65)
Strong tackler with good timing, a core strength of his defensive game. (conf 0.7)
Defense
Engages front foot when Brentford push their defensive line higher. (conf 0.55)
Reads interceptions well and breaks up opposition attacks effectively. (conf 0.6)
Sound positional discipline built through Liverpool's academy pathway. (conf 0.65)
Mental
Generally calm on the ball though can be exposed under sustained pressure. (conf 0.6)
Mostly makes the correct defensive choice, occasional lapses in judgement. (conf 0.55)
Diligent, tracks runners and covers ground consistently across matches. (conf 0.65)
Resilience
Has dealt with injury spells earlier in his career at Liverpool. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Mid-20s centre-back with room to keep developing as a regular starter. (conf 0.6)
Known within the Premier League as a solid squad defender, not a headline name. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Sepp van den Berg is a Dutch centre-back, capable also at right-back, now plying his trade at Brentford after moving on from Liverpool where he came through the academy and had loan spells including at Preston North End and Mainz. He is a mobile, quick defender who reads the game well, competes strongly in ground duels, and is comfortable bringing the ball out from the back. His profile fits a modern Premier League side that wants defenders capable of stepping into midfield and defending in a higher line.
Came through Liverpool's academy before earning a permanent Premier League move away from Anfield.
Had a loan spell in the Bundesliga with Mainz before establishing himself in England.
A Netherlands youth international.