Active in Bundesliga
Vinicius Souza
Midfielder #5
Age 26 years
Nationality Brazil
Market Value €15M
Career
No transfer history
Player Rating
Vinicius de Souza Costa
33
Rating
64
hot streak
Form
⚡ Skills 8
🎯 Clutch 28
🎨 Style 60
📊 Ability 32
Midfielder
Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.
Player Season Cards
Vinicius de Souza Costa's season performance cards
Silver
ENFORCER
2.6 Tackles/90
2.6 Tackles/90
2 Fouls/90
72 Duels Won
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Vinicius de Souza Costa is a above average ENFORCER for VfL Wolfsburg. Evidence: 2.6 Tackles/90.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A developing player working on their overall game.
Vinicius de Souza Costa Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Midfielders
Height 79%
Weight 81%
Experience 53%
vs Bundesliga
Height 59%
Weight 60%
Experience 55%
Traits
DECORATED CHAMPION
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 22
Shooting 11
Defense 87
Workrate 73
Passing 6
Key Strength 87 Defense
Area to Watch 6 Passing
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Vinicius de Souza Costa this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 03, 2026 | SC Freiburg 1-1 VfL Wolfsburg | 72' | 6.6 | - | - | 45 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | VfL Wolfsburg 0-0 Borussia Mönchengladbach | 89' | 6.6 | - | - | 44 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | Union Berlin 1-2 VfL Wolfsburg | 94' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 59 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | VfL Wolfsburg 1-2 Eintracht Frankfurt | 95' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 57 |
| Apr 04, 2026 | Bayer Leverkusen 6-3 VfL Wolfsburg | 95' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 93 |
| Mar 21, 2026 | VfL Wolfsburg 0-1 Werder Bremen | 79' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 37 |
| Mar 14, 2026 | 1899 Hoffenheim 1-1 VfL Wolfsburg | 96' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 54 |
| Mar 07, 2026 | VfL Wolfsburg 1-2 Hamburger SV | 96' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 71 |
| Mar 01, 2026 | VfB Stuttgart 4-0 VfL Wolfsburg | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 47 |
| Feb 21, 2026 | VfL Wolfsburg 2-3 FC Augsburg | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 97 |
| Feb 15, 2026 | RB Leipzig 2-2 VfL Wolfsburg | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 82 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | 1. FC Köln 1-0 VfL Wolfsburg | 45' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| Jan 24, 2026 | FSV Mainz 05 3-1 VfL Wolfsburg | 75' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Jan 17, 2026 | VfL Wolfsburg 1-1 1. FC Heidenheim | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 41 |
| Jan 14, 2026 | VfL Wolfsburg 2-1 FC St. Pauli | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 58 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| May 09, 2026 | VfL Wolfsburg vs Bayern München | 76 |
| May 16, 2026 | FC St. Pauli vs VfL Wolfsburg | 45 |
Player Market Value
Track Vinicius de Souza Costa's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €15.0M
Peak Value €15.0M (Q2'25)
€15.0M €7.5M €0
Q4'20 Q1'21 Q4'21 Q1'22 Q2'22 Q2'22 Q4'22 Q2'23 Q4'23 Q4'23 Q2'24 Q4'24 Q2'25
Vinicius Souza is Wolfsburg’s Bronze Wall. The 27-year-old Brazilian arrived in the Bundesliga with a decorated resume featuring eleven career trophies, including the Copa Libertadores, providing immediate veteran presence to the club's defensive structure.
Operating as a verified ENFORCER, Souza has logged 923 minutes across 14 appearances this season. His profile is anchored by a standout Defense dimension of 87, reflecting a player who prioritizes protection over flair. While he is currently searching for rhythm during a quiet spell, his 2.6 tackles per 90 minutes prove his value as a premier physical disruptor. This hybrid identity combines the stoic reliability of a Wall with the Intensity required to dominate the central areas of the pitch.
Valued at €15M with a stable market trend, Souza represents a core asset for the club's tactical foundation. In high-Stakes matches, his ability to break up play and maintain the team's Balance is essential for securing results against the league's top offenses.