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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Retains the quick first step from his days as a Manchester United academy winger. (conf 0.55)
Good but not elite pace for an Eredivisie attacking midfielder. (conf 0.5)
Comfortable shifting direction in tight areas, a holdover from his wide-forward roots. (conf 0.55)
Adequate engine for a box-to-box or advanced midfield role at this level. (conf 0.45)
Control
Generally clean control honed through United's academy technical grounding. (conf 0.5)
Can beat a man in one-on-one situations, a legacy trait from his winger development. (conf 0.55)
Modest physical presence limits his ability to hold off Eredivisie midfielders. (conf 0.4)
Capable but unremarkable technique when driving shots from distance. (conf 0.4)
Distribution
Reliable in build-up phases typical of a converted attacking midfielder. (conf 0.45)
Not a standout range passer, more suited to combination play than switches. (conf 0.4)
Some residual delivery quality from his time operating as a wide player. (conf 0.4)
Shows moments of picking out teammates but still developing as a creator. (conf 0.45)
Chance threat
Modest end product for a player who has drifted inside from wide areas. (conf 0.4)
Still refining decision-making on when to shoot versus recycle possession. (conf 0.4)
Finds pockets between the lines reasonably well for a mid-table Eredivisie side. (conf 0.45)
No strong evidence of dead-ball specialism at this stage of his career. (conf 0.35)
Duels
Slight frame limits his effectiveness in aerial contests. (conf 0.4)
Competes reasonably in physical duels but not a defining strength. (conf 0.4)
Defense
Engages in team pressing structures typical of Dutch top-flight football. (conf 0.4)
Limited defensive output reflecting his attacking background. (conf 0.4)
Still adapting positional discipline required in a deeper midfield role. (conf 0.4)
Mental
Generally settled on the ball given his academy pedigree at a top club. (conf 0.45)
Inconsistent choices under pressure typical of a player still finding a role. (conf 0.4)
Puts in effort off the ball befitting a squad player fighting for minutes. (conf 0.45)
Resilience
Has dealt with fitness setbacks that disrupted his development at Manchester United. (conf 0.4)
Outlook
Still only in his early twenties with time to carve out a regular Eredivisie role. (conf 0.5)
Known mainly for his Manchester United academy pedigree rather than senior output. (conf 0.5)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Shola Shoretire is a young English attacker-turned-midfielder who came through Manchester United's academy as a highly rated winger before injuries and loan spells slowed his progress. Now plying his trade at PEC Zwolle in the Eredivisie, he has been used in a more central role, relying on his dribbling instincts and quick feet from his wide-player days. He remains a project player looking to rebuild momentum and consistency at senior level.
Came through Manchester United's academy and made his first-team debut as a teenager.
Spent time out on loan in English football before moving to the Netherlands.