Santeri Haarala

Santeri Haarala, at 25, is carving out a niche as a versatile asset for Djurgården, showing a blend of defensive robustness and unexpected attacking flair. His style of play is defined by a commendable ability to read the game, evidenced by his knack for ball recovery, although his 1v1 defending could use some refinement. Haarala's progressive passing is a standout feature, often igniting attacking moves from the back, and his chance creation stats suggest he's not shy about getting involved further up the pitch. While not primarily celebrated for his ball retention, his penalty area defending is solid, hinting at an underlying reliability when the stakes are high. This scout report suggests that while there’s room for growth, particularly in tightening up his defensive duels, Haarala possesses a promising blend of offensive contributions and defensive reliability that makes him a valuable player to watch in the Allsvenskan.