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

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
55
Rating
74
hot streak
Form
⚡ Skills 55
🎯 Clutch 35
🎨 Style 48
📊 Ability 46
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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.

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 4%
Weight 7%
Experience 67%

vs Premier League

Height 8%
Weight 9%
Experience 68%

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
Jul 19, 2026 Spain 1-0 Argentina World Cup 120' 6.9 - 0 39 MetLife Stadium
Jul 14, 2026 France 0-2 Spain World Cup 90' 6.4 0 0 60 Dallas Stadium
Jul 10, 2026 Spain 2-1 Belgium World Cup 94' 6.5 - - 74 SoFi Stadium
Jul 06, 2026 Portugal 0-1 Spain World Cup 90' 7.4 0 0 57 AT&T Stadium
Jul 02, 2026 Spain 3-0 Austria World Cup 94' 8.0 - 2 41 SoFi Stadium
Jun 27, 2026 Uruguay 0-1 Spain World Cup 95' 6.6 - - 54 Estadio Akron
Jun 21, 2026 Spain 4-0 Saudi Arabia World Cup 96' 7.0 - - 65 Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Jun 15, 2026 Spain 0-0 Cape Verde Islands World Cup 94' 7.2 - - 42 Mercedes-Benz Stadium
May 24, 2026 Sunderland 2-1 Chelsea Premier League 103' 6.5 0 0 68 Stadium of Light
May 19, 2026 Chelsea 2-1 Tottenham Premier League 95' 6.3 0 0 76 Stamford Bridge
May 09, 2026 Liverpool 1-1 Chelsea Premier League 96' 6.7 0 0 77 Anfield
May 04, 2026 Chelsea 1-3 Nottingham Forest Premier League 100' 6.3 0 1 100 Stamford Bridge
Apr 21, 2026 Brighton 3-0 Chelsea Premier League 94' 6.7 0 0 59 Amex Stadium
Apr 18, 2026 Chelsea 0-1 Manchester United Premier League 95' 6.3 0 0 53 Stamford Bridge
Apr 12, 2026 Chelsea 0-3 Manchester City Premier League 96' 6.7 0 0 60 Stamford Bridge

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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