Strong in the air and can win headers in either box.

A good, strong tackler, when he is positioned correctly to put one in.

This is the weakest part of his game. He seems to panic on the ball, especially when he has time and space.

Strong, though he can be mentally weak and lose the physical battle by losing his head and putting himself in the wrong place.

Very quick for a centre back.

Very good in the air. Surprisingly so for a player known for being good with his feet, he is actually better at heading.

Not the best tackler, it is something he looks to avoid doing if at all possible.

Known for being good with his feet, but his range of passes and vision leave a lot to be desired for a ball playing centre half. He is comfortable being on the ball but that is a long way from being a good passer of the ball.

Is improving in this area each season. No longer a weakness in his game, now he is strong enough to hold his own against most.

Good pace, one of the quicker centre halves, not just in outright pace, but also in acceleration.