Joaquin Seys: Scouting Report by Elia Ventura
Date of birth: 28/Mar/2005, 19 years old
Height: 178 cm
Club: Club Brugge
Preferred foot: Left
Contract until: 30/06/2026
Position: Full-back
Role: Powerhouse wingback
On the Ball
Build-up play:
Seys is highly effective in progressing with the ball and distributing it during the build-up phase. He can maintain possession even under pressure and frequently looks for advanced solutions with vertical passes. He feels comfortable playing both short and long, demonstrating precision and vision. He excels at creating triangles with teammates, especially along the flank, opening up spaces and facilitating the continuation of play.
First touch:
Seys’ ball control is always forward-oriented, allowing him to gain space quickly. He has an excellent first touch, enabling him to prepare to move forward with the ball or start an attacking play immediately.
Passing:
Highly accurate with both short and long passes, Seys is skilled at finding teammates with vertical and line-breaking passes. Despite his young age, he shows maturity in his passing decisions, although he occasionally makes mistakes, more due to inexperience than technical deficiencies. He also uses his weaker foot well, increasing his passing options.
Ball retention:
He confidently maintains possession and makes smart decisions under pressure. Seys is willing to look for advanced options, showing courage and personality in his play. He manages the ball well, avoiding being dispossessed even in complex situations.
Dribbling and control:
He can dribble his opponent thanks to his speed and close control. He can beat opponents 1v1, using rapid accelerations and stops. Seys is good at carrying the ball out of his half and advancing through dribbling.
Overlapping and deep runs:
Seys is excellent at using overlaps to create space and support offensive plays. He often gets to the byline to deliver dangerous crosses. He prefers to stay wide rather than cutting inside, helping maintain the width of the field and creating opportunities for his teammates.
Off the Ball
Defensive contribution:
Despite his attacking inclination, Seys is disciplined in defense. He is diligent in repositioning during defensive transitions and knows how to stay aligned with the defensive line, closing spaces when necessary. Thanks to his speed, he can quickly recover his position.
Back-post defense and diagonals:
Seys is attentive to covering the back post during crosses, showing good timing and the ability to read trajectories. While not physically dominant, he compensates with good game understanding and positioning.
Marking and duels:
Strong in 1v1 defensive duels, he avoids being easily beaten, staying on his feet and positioning himself intelligently. He doesn’t overcommit, maintaining a solid and balanced posture, though occasionally his body positioning is off during backward runs.
Pressing and aggression:
Seys doesn’t hesitate to press quickly and aggressively, often disrupting the opponent’s play. His defensive instinct leads him to engage in high pressing, helping to break up the opponent’s offensive lines.
Ball recovery:
Thanks to his speed and game reading, he intercepts many balls and recovers possession in transition situations, providing a reliable defensive option for his team.
Physical Evaluation
Agility, athleticism, stamina:
Seys stands out for his agility and athleticism, making him effective in both attack and defense. His endurance is remarkable, allowing him to maintain a high level of pressing and defensive work throughout the match. He moves quickly and recovers rapidly during transitions.
Speed and recovery ability:
His speed is a major strength. Seys can cover large distances quickly and get back into defense even after advancing in attack. Effective in changes of direction, he maintains his pace for the full 90 minutes.
Mental Evaluation
Offensive/defensive mindset:
Seys is clearly an attack-minded full-back, but he never neglects his defensive duties. He shows great confidence when receiving the ball under pressure and always looks to contribute to the play, both in attack and defense.
Courage and aggression:
Despite not having an imposing physique, Joaquin does not shy away from physical duels. He shows courage in tackles and fights for every ball, facing 50/50 challenges with determination.
Determination and teamwork:
Seys has an exceptional work ethic. He continues pushing even when his team is behind or comfortably ahead, showing great dedication. He is diligent in tracking back and defending, demonstrating great commitment.
Leadership and communication:
Seys doesn’t seem to be a vocal leader, but he leads by example. His constant energy and determination set an example for his teammates, and his contribution to managing the defensive line is evident.
Conclusion
Joaquin Seys is a promising young full-back to watch this season, boasting great speed, dribbling ability, and overlapping skills. Despite his young age, he displays confidence and personality both in attack and defense. With experience, he will improve his precision and incisiveness in the final third, but he is already a player with an excellent balance between offensive and defensive phases.