Empire FGA — Player Profile
Ajax (2025–26 Season)
Career overview
Empire FGA Rating
79
Tier: Established
Season: 2025–26
Pillar summary
Defensive Timing
80
Progression
78
Crossing
75
Stamina
77
| Years | Club | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018–2019 | Juventus U19 / Next Gen | 31 | 0 |
| 2021–2025 | Real Valladolid | 73 | 1 |
| 2025– | Ajax | 10 | 0 |
International: Brazil U17; eligible for Italy; adapting well to Ajax demands since Feb 2025 transfer.
Core attributes (Empire FGA)
1v1 Defence
79
Forward Passing
77
Versatility
76
Legacy notes
Reliable full-back with multi-league experience; fits teams needing defensively-sound progression from wide defensive channels.
Season performance — Last 5 matches (Empire FGA evaluations)
| Opponent | Date | Competition | Min | Empire FGA | Key contributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marseille | 2025-09-30 | UCL | 90 | 7.0 | Full 90; disciplined defending; 3 interceptions; 68 passes (86%) |
| Eindhoven | 2025-09-21 | Eredivisie | 90 | 7.4 | Strong overlap runs; 2 key passes; 4 progressive passes |
| Volendam | 2025-08-30 | Eredivisie | 90 | 7.1 | Clean defensive display; 1 successful cross; 5 clearances |
| Go Ahead Eagles | 2025-08-17 | Eredivisie | 12 | 6.2 | Late sub; limited involvement but steady passing |
| Union Saint-Gilloise | 2025-02-13 | UEL | 90 | 7.5 | Debut; composed ball progression; 2 progressive carries; 1 key defensive block |
Match-level quick metrics
| Match | Quick metrics |
|---|---|
| Marseille | Passes 68 (86%); Interceptions 3; Progressive passes 2 |
| Eindhoven | Key passes 2; Progressive passes 4; Crosses 3 |
| Volendam | Clearances 5; Cross accuracy 40%; Tackles won 2 |
| Go Ahead Eagles | Touches 10; Pass acc 90% |
| Union SG | Progressive carries 2; Passing into final third 3; Defensive block 1 |
Scout takeaways
- Form: consistent defensive performances with growing progressive influence in attack; strong adaptation to Ajax tempo.
- To improve: increase cross end-product and occasional forward-driving risk in high-press games.
- Recommendation: secure regular starts to stabilise attacking contributions and raise xA over next 6–8 matches.
Career milestones
Milestones placeholder: Juventus NextGen development; Valladolid first-team breakthrough; Ajax transfer Feb 2025
- Developed in Juventus system, established at Valladolid, signed by Ajax for 2025 season.
Advanced metrics (est)
Defensive
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Tackles /90 | 1.9 |
| Interceptions /90 | 2.1 |
| Duels won % | 58% |
Progression
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Progressive passes /90 | 2.6 |
| Progressive carries /90 | 1.4 |
| Pass completion | 85% |
Tactical philosophy mapping
Balanced full-back who prioritises defensive solidity while offering progressive passing lanes and overlaps; best in 4-2-3-1 wing-back rotations or 4-3-3 with pressing full-backs.
Players comparison
Comparison placeholder: Rosa vs Mazraoui, Cancelo (full-back progression)
Suggested comps: modern defensively-sound full-backs who can step into midfield; bench comparison after 15+ starts.
Visuals
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