Naohiro Sugiyama

Sugiyama has established himself as a Bronze Utility presence for his club. Still chasing his first major career silverware, he provides exactly the kind of tactical flexibility managers crave. Building his body of work, he is proving himself to be a reliable option across multiple roles.

His Workrate is off the charts. Watching him cover ground across his six appearances tells the story of an industrious squad player. Though the sample size is emerging at just 341 minutes, the data speaks volumes. He operates as an ENFORCER when out of possession, happily throwing his weight around in defensive duels. Get him on the ball, and he immediately flips into a DRIBBLER, driving into space and drawing fouls. Our verdict? The effort is unquestionable, but the final product needs polish. He carries the WASTEFUL tag for a reason, failing to find the net so far this term. Still, he is on an upward trajectory, bringing an essential tactical balance to the pitch.