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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Young full-back likely with decent burst typical of academy-developed defenders. (conf 0.35)
Plausible average pace for a Premier League fringe left-back. (conf 0.35)
Reasonable change-of-direction ability expected at this level. (conf 0.35)
Full-back role demands solid endurance to cover the flank both ways. (conf 0.35)
Control
Control likely still developing given limited top-flight exposure. (conf 0.35)
Modest carrying ability expected of a squad-depth left-back. (conf 0.35)
Shielding likely a work-in-progress for a young defender. (conf 0.3)
Striking of the ball probably unremarkable at this stage. (conf 0.3)
Distribution
Baseline passing competence expected for a Premier League squad player. (conf 0.35)
Range of passing likely limited compared to established full-backs. (conf 0.3)
Crossing output unproven at senior level. (conf 0.3)
Playmaking vision likely modest given fringe role. (conf 0.3)
Chance threat
Not a primary attacking threat as a left-back. (conf 0.3)
Rarely shoots given defensive role. (conf 0.3)
Positioning in transition still developing at this age. (conf 0.3)
Unlikely to be a set-piece taker in this role. (conf 0.3)
Duels
Aerial presence likely modest for a smaller left-back frame. (conf 0.3)
Tackling and duels likely competitive at academy-to-first-team level. (conf 0.35)
Defense
Younger players typically bring energetic pressing habits. (conf 0.35)
Interception numbers unproven but plausible for the role. (conf 0.3)
Positional discipline still maturing at this career stage. (conf 0.3)
Mental
Composure under pressure likely inconsistent given limited experience. (conf 0.3)
Decision-making expected to be a growth area for a young defender. (conf 0.3)
Fringe players typically show strong work rate to earn minutes. (conf 0.35)
Resilience
No known injury history, standard baseline for a young pro. (conf 0.3)
Outlook
Early twenties with room to develop if given consistent minutes. (conf 0.4)
Largely unknown outside Sunderland's own squad and academy circles. (conf 0.35)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Zak Johnson is a young English left-back on Sunderland's books in the Premier League, still establishing himself at senior level. He projects as an energetic, athletic full-back whose game is likely centered on defensive graft and up-and-down running rather than the finished attacking output of an established starter. His long-term role and ceiling remain to be proven at the top flight.