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Aji Alese
Centre-Back / England / Portsmouth
50 OVR
Profile
Key strength: Aerial dominance
Defensive anchor
Standing at a commanding 1.92 meters, Aji Alese has quietly established himself as a defensive cornerstone for Sunderland AFC, who currently occupy 10th place in the table. The 25-year-old English centre-back has amassed an impressive 141 career appearances with 5 goals and 6 assists, logging over 10,900 minutes of professional football. Alese's profile as a ball-playing defender who pairs aerial dominance with progressive distribution makes him an ideal modern centre-back for Sunderland's system. With a market value of €1 million and a contract running through 2027, he's secured his place as a long-term defensive asset. While his rating suggests room for growth at 50, his physical attributes—particularly his aerial prowess—provide Sunderland with a defensive anchor capable of organizing the backline and initiating attacks from deep. Donning the number 42 shirt, Alese continues to build his reputation in England's competitive football landscape.