Kerem Demirbay, the 30-year-old defensive midfielder playing for Galatasaray in the Süper Lig, has shown an impressive season in the 2023-2024 run. Our scout report emphasizes his strengths which lie predominantly in chance creation and goal threat, placing him in the elite percentile of players in his position and league. His vision in the final third and instinct for goal opportunities makes him integral in his team’s attacking play.
In the goal efficiency department, however, his numbers are less impressive and constitute a perceivable weakness. Demirbay isn't as efficient in front of goal as he should be, considering his pronounced goal threat. His underwhelming numbers in ball retention indicate an area in need of improvement too.
His fouls committed score stands out as a significant issue, placing him in the very top of the percentile rankings, illustrating his potential disciplinary problem. Conversely, his low percentile in yellow cards suggests that he has learned to engage in tactical fouling without earning the referee’s ire.
Finally, Demirbay's aerial duels win percentage is commendable and displays his physical prowess in aerial battles. He is also consistent and reliable with a commendable number of matches under his belt this season, pointing towards his great fitness levels in his prime age. All in all, despite few complexities in his game, Demirbay is a laudable asset to his team in the midfield with his style of play.
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Kerem Demirbay Shot Summary
In the 2023-2024 season, Kerem Demirbay took 51 shots, scoring 6 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 3.01, averaging 0.06 xG per shot.
Right Foot: 0 goals from 9 shots. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.05 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 5 goals from 36 shots. A 13.89% conversion rate. 0.06 xG per shot.
Headers: 1 goals from 6 headed attempts. A 16.67% conversion rate. 0.06 xG per shot.
