Youssef En Nesyri

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League: Saudi Pro LeagueTeam: Al-IttihadNationality: Morocco
Positions:STCFAge: ~29

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Confidence: 59%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 70 / 100·Confidence 59%

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

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration82

Explosive first few steps that let him beat centre-backs to through balls. (conf 0.75)

Top speed86

One of the fastest out-and-out strikers, a real in-behind runner. (conf 0.75)

Agility74

Reasonable body control for a big striker but not his standout trait. (conf 0.6)

Stamina75

Keeps running channels across 90 minutes for the team's pressing shape. (conf 0.55)

Control

First touch68

Can be heavy in tight areas though improved receiving under pressure at Sevilla. (conf 0.55)

Dribbling62

Limited close control, prefers running in straight lines over beating players. (conf 0.55)

Ball shielding72

Strong frame lets him hold up defenders before turning to run in behind. (conf 0.55)

Ball striking75

Can strike cleanly from range though finishing relies more on placement than power. (conf 0.55)

Distribution

Short passing62

Functional link-up play, not a creative hub in the final third. (conf 0.5)

Long passing45

Rarely tasked with distribution from deep as a pure number nine. (conf 0.4)

Crossing40

Not part of his game, almost never drifts wide to deliver crosses. (conf 0.4)

Vision58

Modest creative output, focused on his own movement over creating for others. (conf 0.45)

Chance threat

Finishing82

Reliable finisher with both feet and his head inside the box. (conf 0.75)

Shot selection74

Generally picks good moments to shoot, occasionally rushes efforts in behind. (conf 0.6)

Off-ball movement85

Excellent runs in behind and sharp timing to exploit defensive lines. (conf 0.75)

Set-piece shot40

Not a dead-ball taker, contributes little on free kicks or penalties duties. (conf 0.4)

Duels

Aerial84

Powerful in the air, a genuine goal threat from crosses and set pieces. (conf 0.75)

Ground duels73

Physical presence wins his share of duels against defenders. (conf 0.55)

Defense

Pressing intensity76

Leads the front line's press with energetic closing down of centre-backs. (conf 0.55)

Defensive disruption62

Applies pressure high up but not a dedicated ball-winner in deeper areas. (conf 0.45)

Defensive positioning50

Stays advanced as an out-and-out striker with minimal defensive tracking. (conf 0.4)

Mental

Composure74

Generally calm in one-on-ones with the keeper, converts routine chances. (conf 0.6)

Decision making68

Sound movement decisions though occasionally forces low-percentage shots. (conf 0.5)

Work rate80

Tireless runner who presses and chases lost causes throughout matches. (conf 0.6)

Resilience

Injury reliability55

History of muscular and knee issues has cost him spells of matches. (conf 0.5)

Outlook

Potential45

Late twenties into thirties, past peak Sevilla years, now in a lesser league. (conf 0.5)

Reputation62

Well known in Europe from Sevilla and as Morocco's long-time starting striker. (conf 0.65)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Youssef En Nesyri is a powerful, pace-driven number nine now playing for Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League after making his name at Sevilla, where he scored the winning goal in the 2020 Europa League final. His game is built on explosive runs in behind, aerial dominance, and clinical finishing rather than intricate build-up play. He remains a mainstay of the Morocco national team, having been a key part of their historic run to the 2022 World Cup semi-final.

Was part of the Sevilla squad that won the 2020 Europa League.

Key striker for Morocco's run to the 2022 World Cup semi-finals, the first for an African nation.

Moved to Saudi Arabia's Al-Ittihad after several prolific seasons at Sevilla.

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