Max Bird

Max Bird, at 24 and anchoring Bristol City's midfield, offers an intriguing blend of creativity and resilience that's beginning to turn heads in the Championship. His style of play is defined by his exceptional vision and passing prowess, which puts him among the league's top creators. Bird's ability to thread incisive passes is complemented by a surprisingly potent goal threat for a defensive midfielder, making him a constant concern for opposition defences. However, while his capacity for chance creation is remarkable, he’s got room to improve in ball retention and defensive duels, which sometimes leaves his backline exposed. His progressive carrying could use refinement as well, but his knack for initiating attacks with forward passes is undeniable. In this scout report, Bird emerges as a promising talent whose strengths in creativity and passing could be the key to elevating his game to the next level.