Sven Botman
Defender #4
Age 25 years
Nationality Netherlands
Market Value €40M
Career
N
◀ 2022 Newcastle from Lille
L
2020 Lille from Ajax
H
2019 Heerenveen from Ajax
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Sven Adriaan Botman is a above average SHIELD for Newcastle. Evidence: 0.9 Blocks/90.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Shooting (67/100) but has room to grow in Workrate.
Physical profile: Tall For Position.
Sven Adriaan Botman Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 86%
Weight 71%
Experience 54%
vs Premier League
Height 89%
Weight 75%
Experience 55%
Traits
PRIME DECORATED CHAMPION
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 46
Shooting 67
Defense 66
Workrate 29
Passing 49
Key Strength 67 Shooting
Area to Watch 29 Workrate
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Sven Adriaan Botman this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 22, 2026 | Newcastle 1-2 Sunderland | 54' | 7.3 | - | - | 74 |
| Mar 18, 2026 | Barcelona 7-2 Newcastle | 26' | 6.3 | - | - | 95 |
| Mar 14, 2026 | Arsenal 2-0 Everton | 90' | 7.5 | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| Mar 14, 2026 | Chelsea 0-1 Newcastle | 90' | 7.5 | - | 0 | 29 |
| Mar 10, 2026 | Newcastle 1-1 Barcelona | ' | - | - | - | 66 |
| Mar 04, 2026 | Newcastle 2-1 Manchester United | 1' | - | 0 | 0 | 83 |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Newcastle 2-3 Everton | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 82 |
| Feb 24, 2026 | Newcastle 3-2 Qarabag | 54' | 7.5 | 1 | - | 71 |
| Feb 10, 2026 | Tottenham 1-2 Newcastle | 97' | 7.5 | 0 | 0 | 56 |
| Feb 07, 2026 | Newcastle 2-3 Brentford | 98' | 7.9 | 1 | 0 | 100 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | Liverpool 4-1 Newcastle | ' | - | - | - | 65 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | Elche 1-3 Barcelona | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 72 |
| Jan 28, 2026 | Paris Saint Germain 1-1 Newcastle | 91' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| Jan 25, 2026 | Newcastle 0-2 Aston Villa | 96' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Jan 21, 2026 | Newcastle 3-0 PSV Eindhoven | 90' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 38 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 12, 2026 | Crystal Palace vs Newcastle | 35 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | Newcastle vs Bournemouth | 34 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Arsenal vs Newcastle | 64 |
| May 02, 2026 | Newcastle vs Brighton | 42 |
| May 09, 2026 | Nottingham Forest vs Newcastle | 51 |
| May 17, 2026 | Newcastle vs West Ham | 54 |
| May 24, 2026 | Fulham vs Newcastle | 40 |
Player Market Value
Track Sven Adriaan Botman's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €40.0M
Peak Value €45.0M (Q1'23)
€45.0M €22.5M €0
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Sven Botman is Newcastle's Silver Wall. The Dutch-born defender arrived on Tyneside with a decorated pedigree, including a Ligue 1 title and a League Cup win among his 15 career trophies. Over his years at the club, he has established himself as a foundational pillar in the heart of the defence, providing the structural integrity required for high-stakes football.
Operating as a Wall, Botman’s defensive solidity is uniquely underpinned by his technical quality. His Passing dimension of 60 highlights a specialist ability to trigger attacks from deep, proving he is more than just a stopper. With 13 appearances and 883 minutes clocked this term, the Dutchman is currently hitting top form with a Form rating of 100. Having contributed both a goal and an assist in his last five outings, he is clearly on an upward trajectory. As an established SQUAD PLAYER, he balances physical Intensity with the composure needed to lead a Premier League backline.
His market value sits at a stable €40M, reflecting his prime years at age 26. With a contract secured until 2027, the Netherlands international remains a vital asset in Newcastle's quest for European consistency, maintaining the Balance required for a top-tier defensive unit.