Patrik Schick

Key strength: Finishing

Clinical finisher

In a Bayer Leverkusen campaign defined by inconsistency, Patrik Schick stands as their unwavering attacking pillar. The 30-year-old Czech striker has delivered 10 goals and 3 assists across 26 appearances—making him Die Werkself's primary goal threat as they fight to hold 5th place in the Bundesliga and secure European qualification. With a commanding €25 million market value, Schick's predatory instincts in front of goal remain undiminished; dating back to his Euro 2020 Golden Boot-winning exploits, he's maintained that clinical edge, averaging nearly a goal every 2.5 games despite his team's patchy form (?DWWL in recent outings). Operating as the focal point of Leverkusen's attack, Schick benefits from creative supply lines running through Malik Tillman (78 rated) and Ibrahim Maza (75 rated) in midfield. His 77 overall rating and elite finishing ability make him the player Die Werkself rely on when the margins are tight. With 1,717 minutes logged this season without a single yellow or red card, Schick combines discipline with ruthlessness. As the Bundesliga enters its decisive phase, Leverkusen's European ambitions rest heavily on their Czech talisman continuing to find the net.