Rico Lewis Scout Report
Rico Lewis, an 18-year-old defensive midfielder for Manchester City, showcases brilliant potential in the Premier League. Despite his youth, Lewis impresses in various positional roles, including Right Back, Left Back, Central Midfielder, and even as an Attacking Midfielder. His versatility on the field is marked by outstanding ball retention, relying on his adroitness in keeping control and dictating the pacing of the games, which is a rare feat for such a young player.
Lewis is also an efficient finisher, with promising goal threat, which indicates his ability to move forward and join the attack when required. He shines in a more progressive role, where his adept carrying ability is evident, allowing him to contribute positively to moving the ball into advanced areas. His passing, however, needs improvement, being slightly below average.
Defensively, Lewis holds his own in one-on-one situations, but his penalty area defending needs significant improvement; for a player in his position, he is currently underperforming in this area. His aerial duels win percentage is also concerning and needs to be addressed. Nevertheless, his overall duel win percentage indicates a solid competitive spirit, especially considering his age. His pass accuracy is commendable and paired with a good amount of touches, he does appear to have a significant influence in the games he plays, providing ample opportunities for assists and shots.
In summary, Lewis demonstrates expansive offensive capabilities, but needs to focus on refining his defensive skills and aerial dominance. His young