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Leonardo Buta
Leonardo Buta
Vertical Power • SD Eibar (Loan) • LWB/LB
80.5
🇵🇹 PortugalBorn 2002 • Age: 23 • SD Eibar (Loan from Udinese) • Left-Footed
Full NameLeonardo Daniel Ulineia Buta
PositionLeft Wing-Back / Left-Back
NationalityPortugal 🇵🇹
Current ClubSD Eibar (Loan from Udinese)
Origin ClubUdinese Calcio 🇮🇹
Contract tillJune 2026 (Udinese)

🎥 Scout Video Analysis

Empire Scout Vision — Physical Propulsion
Analysis: High-speed recovery runs and overlapping verticality.

🏆 Iconic Matches

Match Result Note
Eibar vs Oviedo W 1-0 Dominant Flank Display
Gil Vicente vs Porto D 1-1 Loan Standout (Portugal)
Portugal U21 vs Croatia W 2-1 International Impact

🌍 Global Impact Analysis

Leonardo Buta has transitioned into a **dynamic vertical protagonist** for SD Eibar during the **2025/26 campaign**. On loan from Udinese, the Portuguese U21 international has brought elite physical metrics and explosive flank transitions to LaLiga 2. Featuring in **10 matches** and recording **1 assist**, Buta has established himself as one of the most physically imposing wing-backs in the division. His profile is characterized by world-class acceleration (9.2) and a robust tackling frame (8.4). Operating in management-heavy systems that require high engine output, Buta offers a "Tier 1 Power" profile—a player capable of dominating his entire flank through pure physical superiority and technical grit. He represents a high-value development asset for Udinese, currently being refined in the competitive crucible of Spanish football.

Scout Note: Elite physical profile (9.2 ACC). High-tier tackling (8.4). 2025/26 Eibar Starter (10 apps). Portuguese youth international. Essential for high-intensity vertical systems. Resale value target.

✨ Key Career Moments

• 2025/26: Instrumental in Eibar's defensive solidity while on loan from Serie A side Udinese.

• 2023/24: Breakthrough loan at Gil Vicente, proving his readiness for top-flight professional football.

• 2022: High-profile transfer to Udinese, signaling his elite technical trajectory.

• 2021: Professional debut with Braga, one of Portugal's top talent factories.

📊 Core FGA Intelligence Metrics

Tier 1: Physical & Flank Mastery (Automated)

ACC (Acceleration)9.2
SPD (Speed)8.8
STR (Strength)8.5
TAC (Tackling)8.4
STA (Stamina)9.0
CRO (Crossing)7.8

Tier 2: Semi-Automated Intelligence

WRK (Work Rate)8.9
BRA (Bravery)8.6
OFF (Off-ball)8.2
COM (Composure)7.5

Tier 3: Scout Assessment (Expert Input)

POT (Potential)8.8
VAL (Value)8.2
MAT (Maturity)7.8
CHR (Character)8.5

🧠 60-Philosophy Framework Analysis

Top Philosophy Fits

Bielsa Direct 9.2/10 Scandinavian Power 8.8/10 Happel Organization 7.5/10
Primary DNA: Bielsa Direct (Elite vertical propulsion, relentless intensity, and high-volume overlapping). Secondary: Scandinavian Power (Physical robustness and winning defensive duels through power).

🗓️ Last 5 Matches (2025/26 Eibar)

Date Opponent Result Mins Rating Stats
Nov 2025 AD Ceuta L 1-2 90' 7.2 7 Sprints / 1 Assist
Nov 2025 Granada CF D 1-1 80' 7.5 Elite Physical output
Oct 2025 Real Oviedo W 1-0 90' 8.4 Clean Sheet / Dominant
Oct 2025 Sporting Gijon L 0-2 90' 6.8 4 Recoveries
Sept 2025 Levante UD D 0-0 75' 7.1 Tactical Sub

📊 Player Comparison Matrix

Comparable Players: Nuno Mendes (Portuguese Model), Alphonso Davies (Vertical Power), Theo Hernandez (Directness)

🎯 Scout's Final Verdict

Elite Attributes

Acceleration (ACC) 9.2/10
Stamina (STA) 9.0/10
Work Rate (WRK) 8.9/10
Potential (POT) 8.8/10
Speed (SPD) 8.8/10

Summary

VERDICT: THE VERTICAL PROTOCOL (Elite Portuguese Wing-Back)

Leonardo Buta (80.5) is the definitive power-wing-back project in European football. His **2025/26 campaign** at Eibar is proving to be a masterclass in modern flank volume. Buta possesses world-class physical metrics (9.2 Acceleration) which he utilizes to dominate transitional phases. While his final delivery (7.8 Crossing) is still being refined, his ability to arrive in advanced zones and win high-volume defensive duels (8.4 Tackling) makes him a mandatory target for high-intensity systems. Buta represents a low-risk, high-reward loan that has paid immediate dividends for Eibar. Pure vertical class.