Léo Ceará

Léo Ceará, at 30, is a seasoned centre forward for Kashima Antlers, exuding a mature, poised style of play that’s finely tuned for efficiency. His goal threat is among the sharpest in the J-League, consistently making him a nightmare for defenders with his clinical finishing and ability to find himself in scoring positions. He's a master of goal efficiency, rarely wasting opportunities, which is a testament to his seasoned instincts in the box. However, his chance creation leaves much to be desired, suggesting a reliance on service from teammates rather than crafting opportunities himself. While not particularly known for retaining possession, he's surprisingly adept at progressive passing, seamlessly linking up play and advancing the ball with intent. His progressive carrying is steady, supporting his style of play as a forward who favours positioning and precision over flamboyant dribbling. This scout report underscores a player whose stats reveal a forward with a knack for finding the net, though he might benefit from enhancing his involvement in overall build-up play.