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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Explosive first few steps that let him beat centre-backs to through balls. (conf 0.75)
One of the fastest out-and-out strikers, a real in-behind runner. (conf 0.75)
Reasonable body control for a big striker but not his standout trait. (conf 0.6)
Keeps running channels across 90 minutes for the team's pressing shape. (conf 0.55)
Control
Can be heavy in tight areas though improved receiving under pressure at Sevilla. (conf 0.55)
Limited close control, prefers running in straight lines over beating players. (conf 0.55)
Strong frame lets him hold up defenders before turning to run in behind. (conf 0.55)
Can strike cleanly from range though finishing relies more on placement than power. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Functional link-up play, not a creative hub in the final third. (conf 0.5)
Rarely tasked with distribution from deep as a pure number nine. (conf 0.4)
Not part of his game, almost never drifts wide to deliver crosses. (conf 0.4)
Modest creative output, focused on his own movement over creating for others. (conf 0.45)
Chance threat
Reliable finisher with both feet and his head inside the box. (conf 0.75)
Generally picks good moments to shoot, occasionally rushes efforts in behind. (conf 0.6)
Excellent runs in behind and sharp timing to exploit defensive lines. (conf 0.75)
Not a dead-ball taker, contributes little on free kicks or penalties duties. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Powerful in the air, a genuine goal threat from crosses and set pieces. (conf 0.75)
Physical presence wins his share of duels against defenders. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Leads the front line's press with energetic closing down of centre-backs. (conf 0.55)
Applies pressure high up but not a dedicated ball-winner in deeper areas. (conf 0.45)
Stays advanced as an out-and-out striker with minimal defensive tracking. (conf 0.4)
Mental
Generally calm in one-on-ones with the keeper, converts routine chances. (conf 0.6)
Sound movement decisions though occasionally forces low-percentage shots. (conf 0.5)
Tireless runner who presses and chases lost causes throughout matches. (conf 0.6)
Resilience
History of muscular and knee issues has cost him spells of matches. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
Late twenties into thirties, past peak Sevilla years, now in a lesser league. (conf 0.5)
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.