Sam Kersten - Stats, Scout Report & Analysis

Player Bio

Position

Center Back

Age

Market Value

€850.00K

Height

191cm

Weight

86kg

Nationality

Netherlands

Next League Match

SC Heerenveen vs AZ Alkmaar (H)

02 March 2025

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Sam Kersten Scout Report

Sam Kersten, the lynchpin at Heerenveen's backline even at 26, has thrived in the heart of defence this Eredivisie season. His style of play is characterised by a robust ability to recover possession, ranking impressively high amongst his peers. His ball retention skills also shine, hinting at his composure under pressure. This is vital in his team's build-up play, yet his progressive stats suggest room for growth offensively. Intriguingly, his prolific pass accuracy does give assurance when distributing from the back. However, it's his aerial duels where he surprisingly falters, indicating a potential vulnerability in defending set-pieces and high balls. Despite this, his knack for ball recovery remains exceptional, a testament to his natural defensive instincts. Regular touches in both midfield and defensive thirds underscore his involvement in orchestrating play from deep and diffusing opposition threats at the back. While his innovation in chance creation remains muted, Kersten's strength in his primary role as a staunch defender remains undeniable, making him a pivotal figure in Heerenveen's rearguard.

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Sam Kersten Shot Summary

In the 2024-2025 season, Sam Kersten took 8 shots, scoring 0 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 0.55, averaging 0.07 xG per shot.

Right Foot: 0 goals from 5 shots. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.09 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 0 goals from 0 shots. A 0% conversion rate. 0 xG per shot.
Headers: 0 goals from 3 headed attempts. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.03 xG per shot.