Issa Traore

Issa Traore is a 17-year-old player, right footed centre back. Play for Djoliba of Mali. Player observed in the context of the World Cup U17 in 2023, representing the Mali national team.

Right-footed central defender who plays in position 4. He has a good physical profile, is tall (189 cm), is physically strong and has a long stride. He has good positional sense, good disarming timing and is strong in physical duels and aerial play. He understands the moments when it needs to be taken out of depth and due to his good speed he can control it well. He also uses this speed in anticipation where he is assertive and fast, winning the majority of duels. Offensively, he demonstrates a good relationship with the ball and is competent and confident in the first build-up phase where he is able to progress through driving or connect through the short or long pass.