Youssouf Fofana

League: Serie ATeam: AC MilanNationality: France
Positions:DMCMage:~26

Estimated market value (beta)

€104.3m€162.7m
Confidence: 77%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
x̄(w) = 72.5 / 100 · Confidence = 77%

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration68

Quick over short distances typical of energetic central midfielders. (conf 0.8)

Top speed68

Not a top-line sprinter but maintains good pace in transition. (conf 0.7)

Agility72

Good change-of-direction and balance for tight midfield spaces. (conf 0.8)

Stamina80

High work-rate and ability to sustain intensity across matches. (conf 0.85)

Control

First touch70

Generally steady control under pressure, enabling quick recycling. (conf 0.75)

Dribbling68

Comfortable carrying the ball through midfield though not a frequent dribbler. (conf 0.75)

Ball shielding74

Strong body position and ability to protect possession in duels. (conf 0.8)

Ball striking66

Capable long-range attempts and clean strikes but not a specialist. (conf 0.7)

Distribution

Short passing78

Reliable distributor in midfield for quick combinations. (conf 0.85)

Long passing72

Able to pick out longer passes to switch play or find runners. (conf 0.8)

Crossing58

Occasionally delivers crosses but not a primary attribute. (conf 0.6)

Vision74

Good awareness to find advantageous passing lanes and trigger transitions. (conf 0.8)

Chance threat

Finishing60

Not a primary finisher; contributes occasional goals from distance or late runs. (conf 0.6)

Shot selection62

Tends to take opportunities from optimal areas but can attempt speculative shots. (conf 0.65)

Off-ball movement76

Generally positions well to link play and provide defensive cover. (conf 0.8)

Set-piece shot58

Occasional set-piece duties but not a specialist free-kick taker. (conf 0.6)

Duels

Aerial70

Strong enough in aerial duels thanks to timing and physicality. (conf 0.75)

Ground duels80

Physical presence and tackling ability make him effective in ground battles. (conf 0.85)

Defense

Pressing intensity82

High energy and proactive in pressing opponents to regain possession. (conf 0.85)

Defensive disruption80

Good at interceptions, tackles and breaking up play. (conf 0.85)

Defensive positioning78

Typically well positioned to shield the defence and cut passing lanes. (conf 0.8)

Mental

Composure75

Calm under pressure, helps in retaining possession and making measured choices. (conf 0.8)

Decision making74

Generally makes sound choices in both defensive and transitional phases. (conf 0.8)

Work rate86

High engine; consistently covers large areas and contributes both offensively and defensively. (conf 0.9)

Resilience

Injury reliability76

Has not shown chronic availability issues; generally reliable. (conf 0.7)

Outlook

Potential80

Still room to grow into a leading midfield presence at top level. (conf 0.8)

Reputation72

Recognised as a solid international-level midfielder with growing profile. (conf 0.75)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Energetic, combative central midfielder who combines physicality with an ability to link defence and attack. Plays with high intensity, presses aggressively and offers dependable ball retention and distribution in midfield. Comfortable both breaking up play and stepping into midfield to progress possession; tends to influence both defensive stability and transitional phases.

Has been noted for his powerful box-to-box engine, often covering large distances and making decisive interventions in both penalty areas.

Scouts often highlight his blend of physical presence and technical competence, allowing him to win duels and initiate forward moves without being solely a destroyer.

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