Marc Cucurella

Defender #3
Age 27 years
Nationality Spain
Market Value €45M

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

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.

Player Rating

Marc Cucurella Saseta
46
Rating
49
steady
Form
⚡ Skills 60
🎯 Clutch 35
🎨 Style 48
📊 Ability 48
💰 High Premium
🎚️ ●○○
Defender

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

Scout Report

Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.

Marc Cucurella Saseta is a solid ENFORCER for Chelsea. Evidence: 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 4%
Weight 7%
Experience 64%

vs Premier League

Height 8%
Weight 9%
Experience 63%

Traits

DECORATED EUROPEAN ELITE CHAMPION INTERNATIONAL

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 20 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 55 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 52 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 70 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 63 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
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 League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
Mar 17, 2026 Chelsea 0-3 Paris Saint Germain UEFA Champions League 71' 6.2 - - 50 Stamford Bridge
Mar 14, 2026 Arsenal 2-0 Everton Premier League 90' 6.5 0 0 42 Emirates Stadium
Mar 14, 2026 Chelsea 0-1 Newcastle Premier League 90' 6.5 - 0 29 Stamford Bridge
Mar 11, 2026 Paris Saint Germain 5-2 Chelsea UEFA Champions League 91' 5.6 - - 75 Parc des Princes
Mar 04, 2026 Aston Villa 1-4 Chelsea Premier League 17' 6.9 0 0 68 Villa Park
Feb 10, 2026 Chelsea 2-2 Leeds Premier League 45' 6.7 0 0 94 Stamford Bridge
Feb 07, 2026 Wolves 1-3 Chelsea Premier League 97' 6.3 0 1 72 Molineux Stadium
Jan 31, 2026 Chelsea 3-2 West Ham Premier League 55' 7.3 1 - 100 Stamford Bridge
Jan 31, 2026 Levante 0-0 Atletico Madrid La Liga 45' 7.9 1 0 25 Estadio Ciudad de Valencia
Jan 28, 2026 Napoli 2-3 Chelsea UEFA Champions League 90' 6.7 0 0 91 Stadio Diego Armando Maradona
Jan 25, 2026 Crystal Palace 1-3 Chelsea Premier League 98' 7.5 0 0 80 Selhurst Park
Jan 21, 2026 Chelsea 1-0 Pafos UEFA Champions League 22' 6.6 0 0 29 Stamford Bridge
Jan 17, 2026 Chelsea 2-0 Brentford Premier League 95' 6.6 0 0 47 Stamford Bridge
Jan 07, 2026 Fulham 2-1 Chelsea Premier League 22' 4.3 0 0 71 Craven Cottage
Dec 27, 2025 Chelsea 1-2 Aston Villa Premier League 69' 6.9 0 0 90 Stamford Bridge

Player Market Value

Track Marc Cucurella Saseta's transfer value changes and career value history

Current Value €45.0M
Peak Value €55.0M (Q3'22)
€55.0M €27.5M €0
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