Will Hughes

Quick initial burst for a central midfielder but not explosive. (conf 0.7)

Good cruising pace for midfield but not a sprinter. (conf 0.6)

Nimble turning and balance in tight spaces. (conf 0.7)

Able to cover ground and sustain effort across matches. (conf 0.7)

Reliable first touch and control under pressure. (conf 0.8)

Comfortable carrier of the ball, technically assured when taking players on. (conf 0.7)

Can protect the ball but not physically dominant. (conf 0.6)

Technically sound striking from distance; competent technique. (conf 0.6)

Very consistent and effective in short combinations and link-up play. (conf 0.85)

Able to switch play and execute longer-range passes accurately. (conf 0.7)

Not a primary crosser; service from wide areas is functional rather than a specialty. (conf 0.5)

Reads the game well and identifies passing lanes. (conf 0.8)

Can finish on occasion, but not a natural proven finisher. (conf 0.6)

Attempts from range are occasional and mixed in effectiveness. (conf 0.6)

Finds pockets and offers useful movement to receive possession. (conf 0.7)

Can take free-kicks and placed shots with competence. (conf 0.6)

Reasonable in the air but not a standout aerial presence. (conf 0.5)

Holds own in ground challenges; decent balance and technique. (conf 0.6)

Moderate pressing effort; not a specialist harrier. (conf 0.6)

Intervenes and reads passing lanes reasonably well. (conf 0.6)

Generally sound positioning when required to cover defensively. (conf 0.7)

Calm on the ball and under pressure in midfield areas. (conf 0.8)

Typically makes sensible choices in possession and distribution. (conf 0.75)

Committed and diligent across matches. (conf 0.7)

Has had intermittent injury issues but generally available. (conf 0.6)

Already an established professional with limited upside relative to younger prospects. (conf 0.6)

Recognised as a technically gifted English midfield player with top-flight experience. (conf 0.6)