Haris Belkebla

Key strength: Work rate

Box-to-box midfielder

At 32, Algerian international Haris Belkebla finds himself in a frustrating holding pattern at Angers SCO. The veteran box-to-box midfielder, valued at €2m and renowned for his relentless work rate, has yet to see a single minute of Ligue 1 action this season—a curious situation that sees him watching from the sidelines while his teammates navigate a mixed start to the campaign. Angers, sitting 11th in the table with form reading WWDL from their last four, have relied on the creative sparks of Himad Abdelli and Prosper Peter to fuel their survival push. Belkebla's two yellow cards without playing a single minute suggests either disciplinary issues from the bench or a player chafing at his reduced role. Once a dynamic engine-room presence, the Algerian's FIFA stats paint the picture of a deteriorating player—his 50 pace and 45 defending highlighting why opportunities have dried up. Yet in a relegation battle where experience and grit often prove decisive, Belkebla represents an unused resource. Whether he can force his way back into contention or seeks a January exit remains one of Angers' quieter subplots in a season where every point matters.