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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Decent recovery pace but not a burst athlete, can be exposed by direct runners. (conf 0.7)
Solid straight-line speed helps him cover in behind against Premier League forwards. (conf 0.7)
Comfortable turning and adjusting body shape but not the quickest in tight spaces. (conf 0.65)
Holds concentration and intensity across ninety minutes in a physical league. (conf 0.65)
Control
Clean, composed touch under pressure for a modern ball-playing centre-back. (conf 0.7)
Can carry the ball out of defence but not a primary progressive dribbler. (conf 0.6)
Strong frame and low centre of gravity let him screen the ball well from strikers. (conf 0.7)
Functional passer of the ball with limited eye for a driven or curled strike. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Reliable in build-up, confident playing out from the back under Howe's system. (conf 0.72)
Capable of switching play though not a standout distributor over distance. (conf 0.6)
Rarely involved in crossing situations given his centre-back role. (conf 0.5)
Reads passing lanes adequately to progress possession under pressure. (conf 0.6)
Chance threat
Minimal attacking output, not a goal threat from set plays. (conf 0.5)
Rarely shoots, sensible defensive positioning takes priority over attacking forays. (conf 0.45)
Positions mainly for defensive shape rather than attacking runs. (conf 0.5)
Not a designated set-piece taker, occasional aerial threat only. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Commanding in the air, wins the vast majority of defensive headers at 1.95m. (conf 0.75)
Excellent timing in the tackle, rarely dives in and wins duels cleanly. (conf 0.75)
Defense
Engages front-footed defending within Newcastle's coordinated pressing structure. (conf 0.55)
Excellent interceptor who reads danger early and cuts out through-balls. (conf 0.72)
Elite positional sense, rarely caught out of shape against top-flight attackers. (conf 0.75)
Mental
Calm under pressure, rarely panics when dispossessed or closed down. (conf 0.72)
Generally sound judgement on when to step, cover or engage in duels. (conf 0.68)
Consistent defensive application across matches within a demanding system. (conf 0.65)
Resilience
History of significant injury lay-offs including ACL damage disrupted his Newcastle career. (conf 0.65)
Outlook
Mid-twenties centre-back with room to rebuild form and consistency post-injury. (conf 0.6)
Well-regarded Dutch international centre-back known from Lille and Newcastle. (conf 0.65)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Sven Botman is a left-footed Dutch centre-back at Newcastle United known for his positional intelligence, aerial dominance and composure in possession. Signed from Lille where he impressed en route to a Ligue 1 title, he became a key part of Eddie Howe's defensive setup before injury issues, including a serious knee problem, disrupted his progress. When fit, he pairs physical duels excellently with a calm, ball-playing approach suited to modern possession-based defending.
Won the Ligue 1 title with Lille in 2021 before moving to Newcastle United.
Established himself as a first-choice centre-back during Newcastle's return to the Champions League.
Dutch centre-back known for his height and left-footed passing range.