Era-Relative Adj.
1.12
Mental Comp (MCS)
8.8
Spatial Perf (SPI)
9.2
Enhanced XPS
7.4
Tier 1 Metrics (Performance) SOURCE: FBREF/SOFASCORE
LGP
9.1
Long Pass
VRP
8.6
Vert. Pass
UNP
9.4
Unexp. Pass
INT
7.2
Intercept
TAC
6.8
Tackling
CAR
8.2
Carries
Tactical DNA (Top 5)
Guardiola Positional
9.4
Cruyff Intelligence
9.1
Van Gaal System
8.8
DeVisser Global
8.2
Wenger Develop.
7.6
Primary School
SPANISH DUTCH
Tier 2 & 3 Metrics (Empire Expert Assessment)
POI
9.5
Pos. Intel
CPX
8.8
Composure
MOB
7.1
Mobility
PVI
9.2
Pass Variety
DMA
9.0
Dec. Making
CHR
8.5
Character
CRS
8.1
Clutch Resp.
CRK
9.3
Creat. Risk
Empire Scout Analysis

OBSERVATION: Veldman is a prototypical "Controller" pivot who excels in the Guardiola Positional framework. His SPI (Spatial Performance Index) of 9.2 is elite for his age group, constantly scanning and adjusting position to receive the ball in space.

ON BALL: Demonstrates elite UNP (Unexpected Passing) ability. He disguises body orientation to break lines. His LGP (Long Game Passing) is reminiscent of the Spanish School, switching play with high accuracy.

WEAKNESSES: MOB (Mobility) is average (7.1). He struggles in transition against high-speed Klopp Intensity pressing systems if isolated. Requires a dynamic partner.

Scout: J. Cruyff (Legacy ID) | Matches Analyzed: 5 | Last Update: 12 Jan 2026

Commercial Data
Availability Open
Est. Fee €35M - €40M
Wage Demand €65k / week
ROI Score 8.9/10