Marc Oliver Kempf

Key strength: Aerial dominance

Defensive anchor

At 31 years old, Marc Oliver Kempf anchors Como 1907's defense from the heart of the backline, where his ball-playing abilities complement his imposing aerial presence. The German centre-back has been ever-present this season, making 23 appearances and clocking 1435 minutes—an impressive run that underscores his reliability for a team currently sitting 6th in the standings. While his teammates Maxence Caqueret and Lucas Da Cunha orchestrate the midfield with their 75-rated performances, Kempf provides the defensive foundation, contributing 3 goals from set-pieces despite his primarily defensive role. His disciplined approach shows in the stats: just one yellow card across the campaign. With a €3 million valuation and a playing style that emphasizes bringing the ball out from the back, Kempf represents the modern prototype of a technically gifted defender who can initiate attacks while dominating in the air. As Como push for European qualification, Kempf's experience and consistency remain crucial to their ambitions.