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Magician
A veteran centre-midfielder who operates as a ball-winner and possession recycler in a three-man midfield; his reading of the game remains excellent, and he's tactically disciplined. At 33, his physical decline is evident—he's no longer covering ground with the urgency required against pressing opponents. A useful squad player for a defensive-minded system, but ageing quickly.