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Overview
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Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Quick recovery pace typical of an Eredivisie left-sided defender. (conf 0.55)
Good but not elite straight-line speed for covering the back line. (conf 0.5)
Comfortable turning and adjusting body shape in one-on-one duels. (conf 0.5)
Sustains repeated overlapping runs across a full match at Utrecht. (conf 0.55)
Control
Reliable control under pressure for a modern build-up defender. (conf 0.5)
Can carry the ball forward out of defence but not a dribbling specialist. (conf 0.5)
Uses frame adequately to protect the ball near the touchline. (conf 0.45)
Functional passing strike without standout power. (conf 0.45)
Distribution
Composed in short combinations typical of Utrecht's possession game. (conf 0.55)
Can switch play but accuracy is inconsistent over distance. (conf 0.45)
Delivers serviceable crosses from wide left when advancing. (conf 0.5)
Reads simple progression passes rather than incisive through balls. (conf 0.45)
Chance threat
Rarely involved in attacking end product as a primary defender. (conf 0.4)
Very limited shooting output befitting a defensive role. (conf 0.4)
Times overlapping runs reasonably to support the winger ahead. (conf 0.45)
Not utilized as a set-piece taker at club level. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Adequate aerial duels for a defender of average build in Eredivisie. (conf 0.45)
Competitive in tackles and interceptions along the flank. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Engages quickly to close down wide attackers in Utrecht's press. (conf 0.5)
Breaks up opposition wide play with timely challenges. (conf 0.5)
Generally sound shape and covering in Utrecht's defensive line. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Handles pressure situations calmly for a regular Eredivisie starter. (conf 0.5)
Makes largely sound choices between tracking back and pushing on. (conf 0.45)
Known for consistent up-and-down effort on the left side. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
No major long-term injury history known, moderate durability assumed. (conf 0.4)
Outlook
Mid-20s defender likely near his established ceiling as a squad regular. (conf 0.45)
Recognized within Eredivisie and Moroccan football circles, not a global name. (conf 0.5)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Souffian El Karouani is a Moroccan left-sided defender for FC Utrecht in the Eredivisie, valued for his energy, work rate, and willingness to support attacking phases down the flank. He operates primarily as a full-back with the discipline to slot into a back three or four, contributing steady if unspectacular defensive output. His profile fits a solid top-flight Eredivisie squad player rather than a standout attacking threat.
Has been a regular starter for FC Utrecht in the Eredivisie.
Born in the Netherlands to a Moroccan family and eligible to represent Morocco at international level.