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A centre-back to replace M. Sylla
Union St. Gilloise · Super League
The situation
The departure of M. Sylla (Elo 1647) leaves a gap at centre-back. Notably, our current centre-back line sits at a median Elo of around 1443 — markedly below the rest of the squad (full-backs at 2080, wide forwards at 1976) and well short of our ambition level of roughly 2071. This is the clear priority area: every realistic target listed offers a substantial upgrade on what we currently field in central defence.
Where your squad needs work
Goalkeepers
−425 1646 vs 2071
Centre backsscouting
−628 1443 vs 2071
Full backs
+9 2080 vs 2071
Midfielders
−259 1812 vs 2071
Wide forwards
−95 1976 vs 2071
AM / strikers
−308 1763 vs 2071
ahead of the barbehind│ the bar = your ambition level (Team Elo +5%)
The profile
TargetstarterBudget€2.1M
We are seeking an established centre-back capable of lifting the level of our weakest line. The shortlist favours physically dominant defenders strong in duels, blocks and tackles, with the versatility to cover full-back if needed. All candidates project as clear improvements on the outgoing Sylla and, in most cases, on our existing central options.
Above M. Sylla's level (Elo 1933), affordable (€1.5M). Form rising sharply, stands out for duels won (86th percentile).
Strongest
Duels won86Tackles80
Lightest
Goals42Key passes23
Hajrizi has built a steadily rising career, climbing from modest beginnings through FC Lugano and a spell at Widzew Łódź before joining FC Sion in early 2025. Since that move his trajectory has been firmly upward, reaching his career peak at 1933 in May 2026 — he is currently at 100% of his peak, a defender very much on the up rather than plateauing. His recent form is rated Good, meaning clearly above average over the last few months, and that aligns with the upward pattern in his career arc. As a defensive type he is excellent in the air and on the ground: better than 86% of centre-backs at winning duels and better than 80% at tackling, though his distribution is a weakness, with key passes only better than 23%. At an Elo of 1933 he is well above the current level of our central defence and would represent a major upgrade. Around 66% of comparable transfers at this profile work out — the strongest projection on this list. He is estimated as fairly gettable: under contract but at a club whose level gap and his modest recent valuation work in our favour, with a value estimate of €1.5–3.5M. The step from Switzerland's Super League to the Belgian Pro League is a routine, well-trodden route.
Above M. Sylla's level (Elo 1852), affordable (€1.5M). Form rising sharply, stands out for blocks (79th percentile).
Strongest
Blocks79Tackles66
Lightest
Interceptions26Key passes19
Murillo has spent his entire senior career at Malaga, a one-club journey marked by patient, consistent growth. From a trough around 1204 in late 2024 he has climbed without interruption to a career peak of 1860 in June 2026, currently at 100% of his peak. His form is rated Elite — exceptional, in the top tier over recent months — and the upward arc confirms a player hitting his stride at 25. He profiles as a blocking, front-foot defender: better than 79% of centre-backs at blocks, but with notable gaps in his game, ranking only better than 19% for key passes and 26% for interceptions. His Elo of 1851 sits well above the current level of our defence. About 61% of comparable transfers at this profile succeed. He is estimated as fairly gettable, under contract but with a low recent valuation and value estimate of €1–2.5M working in our favour, plus a level gap that helps. The move from Spain's Segunda División to the Pro League is a routine route.
Above M. Sylla's level (Elo 1867), top of the budget (€2M). Form rising sharply, stands out for blocks (92th percentile).
Strongest
Blocks92Tackles83
Lightest
Goals24Key passes18
Fofana has had a long and well-travelled career, from Alanyaspor through Metz and Amiens before a recent move to New England Revolution, interspersed with frequent Mali internationals. After years hovering in the 1400s, his level has surged sharply since mid-2025 to a peak of 1877 in May 2026, where he remains. At 28 this is a late-career high, and his Good form — clearly above average over recent months — backs that up. He is a classic stopper: better than 92% of centre-backs at blocks and 83% at tackles, but offers little going forward, ranking only better than 18% for key passes and 24% for goals. His Elo of 1867 is well above our current defensive level. Around 61% of comparable transfers work out. He is estimated as fairly gettable, under contract with a modest value estimate of €1.5–3M. The step from MLS to the Pro League is a less common route, which adds some uncertainty to settling in.
Above M. Sylla's level (Elo 1902), top of the budget (€2M). Form dipped, stands out for blocks (73th percentile).
Strongest
Blocks73Interceptions72
Lightest
Goals45Key passes30
Yazğılı has progressed through Kasımpaşa and Adanaspor to Konyaspor, where a long, stable spell has seen him rise to a career peak of 1910 in May 2026, currently at 100% of peak. His form is rated Average — meaning at his team's level, with no particular above- or below-average output of late — so while his standing is high, recent months show steadiness rather than a surge. Stylistically he is solid without standout traits beyond blocks, where he is better than 73% of centre-backs, and notably he shows no glaring statistical weakness. His Elo of 1902 sits well above our current central defence. About 61% of comparable transfers at this profile succeed. Crucially, he is estimated as highly gettable — his contract is expiring, which combined with the level gap and a value estimate of €2–4M makes him one of the most attainable options. The Süper Lig to Pro League step is a routine route.
Above M. Sylla's level (Elo 1919), top of the budget (€2M). Form dipped, stands out for duels won (90th percentile).
Strongest
Duels won90Blocks84
Lightest
Interceptions21Key passes17
Domínguez is a one-club product of Celta Vigo, where he has developed steadily over five years from 1474 to a peak of 1928 in late 2025, currently at 100% of peak. His form is described as recently in good form, and at 25 with top-flight La Liga experience he offers a high ceiling. He is an elite duel-winner — better than 90% of centre-backs — and strong at blocks (84%) and tackles (74%), with left-back cover an added bonus, though his passing and reading of the game are limitations, ranking only better than 17% for key passes and 21% for interceptions. His Elo of 1919 is well above our current defensive level. Around 66% of comparable transfers at this profile work out — among the best here. He is estimated as fairly gettable, under contract with a value estimate of €3–5.5M, higher than the cheaper options but justified by his pedigree. The La Liga to Pro League step is a routine route.
Above M. Sylla's level (Elo 2008), top of the budget (€2M). Form rising sharply, stands out for duels won (81th percentile).
Strongest
Duels won81Tackles70
Lightest
Interceptions19Key passes18
Luján carries the highest ceiling on this list. He rose through San Lorenzo and Argentina's U23s before moving to Inter Miami, with a loan at Orlando City, and has climbed sharply to a career peak of 2008 in May 2026 — currently at 100% of peak. His form is rated Good, clearly above average, and the steep upward arc since early 2025 marks him as a defender still ascending at 25. He is a strong duel-winner, better than 81% of centre-backs, but otherwise his profile is narrow: only better than 18% for key passes, 19% for interceptions and 24% for goals. His Elo of 2008 is the highest here and would lift our defence close to our ambition level. About 66% of comparable transfers succeed. He is estimated as fairly gettable, under contract with a value estimate of €3.5–6.5M. The MLS to Pro League step is a less common route, a factor to weigh on adaptation.
Above M. Sylla's level (Elo 1893), top of the budget (€2M). Form rising sharply, stands out for blocks (95th percentile).
Strongest
Blocks95Duels won80
Lightest
Goals24Tackles15
Woolfenden has spent his career in England, developing at Ipswich with a Swindon loan before a recent move to Coventry. He peaked at 1963 in April 2024 and now sits at 1893 — at 96% of his peak, a small dip from his very best but still close to it. His form is rated Elite, exceptional over recent months, suggesting he has rediscovered his level after the Coventry switch. He is an outstanding blocker — better than 95% of centre-backs — and strong in duels (80%), but tackling is a clear weakness at only better than 15%, alongside limited attacking output. His Elo of 1893 sits well above our current defence. Around 66% of comparable transfers work out. He is estimated as fairly gettable, under contract, though his value estimate of €4.5–8M is the highest here. The Championship to Pro League step is a routine route.
Above M. Sylla's level (Elo 1860), top of the budget (€2M). Form rising sharply, stands out for goals (94th percentile).
Strongest
Goals94Duels won64
Lightest
Interceptions22Key passes22
Kuruçay has progressed from Naestved and Ham-Kam through Eintracht Braunschweig and a spell at OH Leuven — giving him prior Belgian experience — before joining FC Schalke 04. His level has risen steadily to a career peak of 1860 in May 2026, currently at 100% of peak. His form is rated Elite, exceptional over recent months, and unusually for a defender his standout trait is goalscoring, better than 94% of players in his position, with left-back versatility too; his weaknesses lie in key passes (better than 22%) and interceptions (22%). His Elo of 1860 is well above our current defensive level. About 61% of comparable transfers succeed. He is estimated as highly gettable — his contract is expiring, which together with a low value estimate of €1–2.5M and the level gap makes him very attainable. His previous Pro League stint is a real plus, and the move from the 2. Bundesliga is a routine route.
Hajrizi (FC Sion) stands out as the best blend of strength, form and gettability: an Elo well above our current defence, the strongest success projection on the list and a routine transfer route. Domínguez and Luján offer the highest ceilings but at higher cost, while Yazğılı and Kuruçay are the cheapest routes given their expiring contracts.
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