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Overview
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Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Not a burst athlete, relies on positioning rather than recovery pace. (conf 0.5)
Adequate straight-line speed for a physical, no-nonsense centre-back. (conf 0.5)
Tall, rangy frame limits quick changes of direction under pressure. (conf 0.5)
Durable veteran who has handled heavy fixture loads across leagues. (conf 0.5)
Control
Functional control, not asked to be a ball-playing focal point. (conf 0.5)
Limited carrying ability, prefers simple clearances over dribbling out. (conf 0.5)
Uses size and strength to screen the ball from onrushing forwards. (conf 0.5)
Rarely called upon for long, driven passes or shots on goal. (conf 0.45)
Distribution
Reliable in short build-up exchanges with keeper and full-backs. (conf 0.5)
Can find a long diagonal but not a standout distributor. (conf 0.45)
Essentially irrelevant to his game as a stay-at-home centre-back. (conf 0.4)
Reads the game defensively more than he creates from the back. (conf 0.45)
Chance threat
Occasional set-piece poacher but not a natural goal threat. (conf 0.4)
Sensible, rarely shoots outside of clear headed chances. (conf 0.4)
Positions himself well at set pieces for both boxes. (conf 0.45)
Not a designated taker, contributes only as an aerial target. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Tall, physically imposing defender who wins the majority of duels in the air. (conf 0.6)
Strong in one-on-one defending, uses size to dominate challenges. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Engages when needed but not an aggressive high-press initiator. (conf 0.45)
Competent at blocks and interceptions from a deep defensive line. (conf 0.5)
Experienced reader of the game built on years of Serie A and Eredivisie defending. (conf 0.55)
Mental
Generally steady, though can be error-prone under sustained pressure. (conf 0.5)
Solid game management honed across multiple top-flight moves. (conf 0.5)
Diligent, honest professional who covers his defensive duties reliably. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
Has maintained a fairly consistent playing record through his career. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
Early thirties journeyman now winding down in a lower-intensity league. (conf 0.5)
Known within Serie A and Eredivisie circles rather than globally famous. (conf 0.5)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Wesley Hoedt is a tall, physical Dutch centre-back now playing for Al-Shabab in the Saudi Pro League after a career spent largely in Serie A and the Eredivisie, including spells at Lazio, Southampton, Spezia, and Royal Antwerp. He is a traditional stopper who leans on aerial dominance, strength in duels, and positional discipline rather than ball-playing range. At this stage of his career he offers experienced, low-risk defensive cover more than upside.
Spent time at Lazio and Southampton before later playing for Royal Antwerp.
A tall, physically dominant centre-back known primarily for his aerial presence.