Analyzing player performance

The second leg ended 2-1 to Lille, and yes, he scored a brace. He shows strength in the air and is good at box defending, along with decent progressive passing and crossing when playing as a right-back. It’s tricky to pin down exact stats, but qualitatively, he ranks in the top quartile for aerial win rate and expected goals from set pieces among Ligue 1 defenders. His playing style is aggressive with good recovery pace, though he can be rash at times. I recall he had hamstring issues previously.Discussing player valuation and fit

I've noticed some minor muscle injuries, but thankfully nothing chronic. Regarding valuation, Lille's expected price range might be around 30 to 40 million euros in 2024, increasing to about 35 to 45 million plus bonuses in 2025. He likely has a contract until 2028, so by 2025, he’ll have three years left, which could push the price higher.

Comparing him to others, he’s not quite on Saliba's level in terms of calmness and ball control but is more athletic like Konate. While he has versatility at right-back, he doesn't match Saliba's composure on the ball. Ideally, he'd fit into a rotation role as a right center-back or as cover for White.Evaluating player's fit and performance

He’s played right-back but not really as an inverted midfielder like Zinchenko. While he can do some underlapping, deep midfield progression isn’t really his strength. In Arteta's 3-2 build shape, the right center-back sometimes splits wide, and he can step into the half-space, but his progressive passing isn't elite. So, I think they’d prefer him as depth rather than a starter.

His speed helps in a high defensive line, though he needs to reduce fouls in half-spaces. He poses a good attacking threat during set pieces, but there are risks in adapting to the Premier League rhythm and ball circulation. If used as an inverted right-back, he might struggle. There are alternatives like Todibo and Yoro, but we would have to consider price and fit. I think it’s worth clarifying whether the user means Diakité from Lille.