Thomas Meunier

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League: Ligue 1Team: LilleNationality: Belgium
Positions:RBRMAge: ~34

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€1.1m€4.9m
Confidence: 59%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 69 / 100·Confidence 59%

Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration63

Lost a step of explosiveness in his mid-30s but still gets up to speed adequately. (conf 0.6)

Top speed68

Retains decent recovery pace for a veteran right-back. (conf 0.6)

Agility60

Functional change of direction, never his standout trait. (conf 0.55)

Stamina76

Durable engine that has powered relentless overlapping runs for over a decade. (conf 0.65)

Control

First touch68

Solid, reliable control under pressure rather than silky. (conf 0.55)

Dribbling62

Direct rather than tricky, prefers powering past markers to feints. (conf 0.55)

Ball shielding72

Strong physical frame lets him hold off opponents effectively down the flank. (conf 0.6)

Ball striking74

Hits a firm, accurate ball, capable of driven crosses and long-range efforts. (conf 0.6)

Distribution

Short passing70

Tidy combination play in wide areas with fullback partners. (conf 0.55)

Long passing68

Can switch play adequately though not a primary creative outlet. (conf 0.55)

Crossing79

Career hallmark, whipped low and driven crosses from the right byline. (conf 0.7)

Vision66

Reads overlap and underlap timing well but not an elite playmaker. (conf 0.55)

Chance threat

Finishing65

Chips in with goals from set pieces and box arrivals, notably for a fullback. (conf 0.6)

Shot selection64

Generally sensible about when to shoot from range. (conf 0.55)

Off-ball movement73

Excellent overlapping and underlapping runs to support wide attacks. (conf 0.6)

Set-piece shot60

Not a designated taker but has scored from direct free kicks previously. (conf 0.5)

Duels

Aerial68

Competes well in the air for a fullback, contributes at set pieces both ends. (conf 0.55)

Ground duels74

Physical, combative defender who wins his share of one-on-one battles. (conf 0.6)

Defense

Pressing intensity68

Works hard to close down wide attackers though legs are older now. (conf 0.55)

Defensive disruption66

Timely tackling and interceptions built on experience reading play. (conf 0.55)

Defensive positioning70

Veteran positional sense compensates for any athletic decline. (conf 0.6)

Mental

Composure75

Calm, experienced head having played Champions League finals and internationals. (conf 0.65)

Decision making73

Smart game management built from years at elite clubs and international level. (conf 0.6)

Work rate80

Tireless up-and-down output has defined his entire career. (conf 0.65)

Resilience

Injury reliability55

Has picked up recurring muscular and other injuries across recent seasons. (conf 0.5)

Outlook

Potential38

Mid-30s veteran on the downside of his physical peak with limited upside left. (conf 0.55)

Reputation70

Well-known Belgian international with Champions League and PSG pedigree. (conf 0.7)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Thomas Meunier is a physically robust, attack-minded right-back known for his relentless overlapping runs and dangerous delivery from wide areas. Now with Lille in Ligue 1 after spells at PSG, Borussia Dortmund, and Trabzonspor, he brings experience, durability, and a combative edge to both boxes. His game has always relied more on power, work rate, and crossing quality than technical finesse. A long-time Belgian international, he offers know-how and set-piece contribution even as his explosiveness has faded.

Long-serving Belgium international who featured for the national team across multiple major tournaments.

Known throughout his career for delivering dangerous crosses and chipping in with goals from right-back.

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