Markus Karlsson

Markus Karlsson is a 21 years old Swedish U21 international who stands at 1.80m tall. A midfielder of average height, physically strong and quick on the run. He demonstrates good ball control, is assertive in passing, carries the play, and adds quality to the team's build-up phase. A hard worker who demonstrates intensity and aggression in his actions, covering space in a wide range. Ball retriever, occupies space well and is strong in duels and aerial play.

Central midfielder of average height (180 cm), physically strong, fast with a long stride. Box to box, which demonstrates a good relationship with the ball and quality in short dribbling, in order to escape pressure from opponents. He drops down the field to add quality to the build-up phase, as he has the ability to organize the game with skill and assertiveness in short passes and deep passes to seek out the runs of his teammates. He is good at finding open spaces to receive the ball and has the ability to carry the play through controlled driving, arriving in the box where he defines well. Defensively, he is strong in duels, both on the ground and in the air, closing down spaces well and possessing good timing in tackling, allowing him to regain possession repeatedly. He reads the game well, closes down and occupies space with quality, and is aggressive under pressure. A hard-working athlete who demonstrates aggression and intensity in his actions and a wide range of action, being very involved in the game. His weak point is his finishing when in the finishing zones. A player with potential who is one of the key players on the Swedish team Hammarby and has demonstrated excellent performance. In the near future, I see him making the long-awaited leap and joining a team in the top 5 leagues, so he can further develop his game.