Marc Cucurella
Defender #3
Age 27 years
Nationality Spain
Market Value €50M
Career
C
◀ 2022 Chelsea from Brighton
B
2021 Brighton from Getafe
G
2020 Getafe from Barcelona
G
2019 Getafe from Barcelona
B
2019 Barcelona from Eibar
E
2019 Eibar from Barcelona
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
solid ENFORCER (2.1 Tackles/90)
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Workrate (70/100) but has room to grow in Dribbling.
Physical profile: Compact Build, Light And Agile.
Marc Cucurella Saseta Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 2%
Weight 8%
Experience 71%
vs Premier League
Height 8%
Weight 10%
Experience 69%
Traits
DECORATED EUROPEAN ELITE CHAMPION INTERNATIONAL
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 20
Shooting 55
Defense 52
Workrate 70
Passing 63
Key Strength 70 Workrate
Area to Watch 20 Dribbling
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Marc Cucurella Saseta this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 30, 2026 | Real Madrid 4-0 Malaga | 92' | 7.3 | - | - | 49 |
| Aug 26, 2026 | Real Madrid 4-1 Real Sociedad | 43' | 6.9 | - | - | 69 |
| Aug 22, 2026 | Espanyol 1-2 Real Madrid | ' | - | - | - | 60 |
| Jul 19, 2026 | Spain 1-0 Argentina | 120' | 6.9 | - | 0 | 39 |
| Jul 14, 2026 | France 0-2 Spain | 90' | 6.4 | 0 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul 10, 2026 | Spain 2-1 Belgium | 94' | 6.5 | - | - | 74 |
| Jul 06, 2026 | Portugal 0-1 Spain | 90' | 7.4 | 0 | 0 | 57 |
| Jul 02, 2026 | Spain 3-0 Austria | 94' | 8.0 | - | 2 | 41 |
| Jun 27, 2026 | Uruguay 0-1 Spain | 95' | 6.6 | - | - | 54 |
| Jun 21, 2026 | Spain 4-0 Saudi Arabia | 96' | 7.0 | - | - | 65 |
| Jun 15, 2026 | Spain 0-0 Cape Verde Islands | 94' | 7.2 | - | - | 42 |
| May 24, 2026 | Sunderland 2-1 Chelsea | 103' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 68 |
| May 19, 2026 | Chelsea 2-1 Tottenham | 95' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 76 |
| May 09, 2026 | Liverpool 1-1 Chelsea | 96' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 77 |
| May 04, 2026 | Chelsea 1-3 Nottingham Forest | 100' | 6.3 | 0 | 1 | 100 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 06, 2026 | Arsenal vs Chelsea | 100 |
| Sep 12, 2026 | Chelsea vs Hull City | 19 |
| Sep 18, 2026 | Brentford vs Chelsea | 22 |
| Oct 10, 2026 | Chelsea vs Bournemouth | 22 |
| Oct 17, 2026 | Everton vs Chelsea | 22 |
| Oct 24, 2026 | Chelsea vs Tottenham | 22 |
| Oct 31, 2026 | Chelsea vs Manchester United | 22 |
| Nov 07, 2026 | Sunderland vs Chelsea | 22 |
| Nov 21, 2026 | Chelsea vs Leeds | 22 |
| Nov 28, 2026 | Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea | 22 |
Player Market Value
Track Marc Cucurella Saseta's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €50.0M
Peak Value €55.0M (Q3'22)
€55.0M €27.5M €0
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Marc Cucurella is Chelsea's Silver Engine, a player defined by his inexhaustible energy and tactical discipline. A decorated veteran of the European game, his trophy cabinet boasts 16 honors, most notably a starring role in Spain's 2024 European Championship triumph. Having established himself at the elite level across spells in Spain and England, he has become a foundational piece of the squad's defensive identity.
This season, Cucurella has proven his Engine credentials across 22 appearances, clocking 1,754 minutes on the pitch. His performance data highlights a player on an upward trajectory, with a Form rating of 100 reflecting a significant hot streak. As a ENFORCER, he dominates through physical presence, backed by a high volume of tackles per 90 minutes and a duel success rate of 89%. His Intensity score of 68 is his defining trait, fueling a work rate that allows him to cover the entire left flank. Recent contributions of a goal and an assist in his last five outings showcase an evolving offensive threat to match his defensive solidity.
With a market value now reaching €45M and trending upward, Cucurella’s importance to the project is undeniable. His reliability over the full season ensures he remains a vital asset as the club pursues further silverware on multiple fronts.