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Eric Bailly
Centre-Back / Cote / Real Oviedo
47 OVR
Profile
Key strength: Aerial dominance
Defensive anchor
Once considered one of the Premier League's most exciting defensive prospects during his Manchester United days, Eric Bailly now finds himself in an unfamiliar role at Real Oviedo—watching from the sidelines. The 31-year-old Ivorian centre-back, valued at €1.5m, has yet to make a single appearance this season, with 0 minutes logged across all competitions. His lone yellow card without playing time suggests a frustration boiling over on the bench. It's a stark contrast for a defender whose aerial dominance and physical presence once made him a defensive anchor at the highest level. Meanwhile, Oviedo sit rock-bottom in 20th place, desperate for defensive stability. With teammate Thiago Almada (rated 80) shouldering the creative burden and fellow centre-back David Carmo (67) seeing regular minutes, questions persist about why Bailly—a player built for the brutal demands of Spanish football—remains unused. At 31, time isn't on his side, but if given the chance, his experience could prove vital in Oviedo's relegation battle.