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Refinement is the right word for it, certainly defensively.
He attempts tackles he shouldn't. Presses out of position when he shouldn't.
But bear in mind he's also playing as the more aggressive one in the double pivot, with Trondstad often sitting and breaking up play - and obviously these are all very coachable aspects at his age.
This video shows a bit more of his finer qualities this season.
Notice how he evades pressure off either foot. For instance he'll receive it on his weaker right and in one touch cushion it onto his left to skin his opponent with one fluid two touch movement.
Whilst scanning to see if the player has bought the dummy, and safeguard possession if he's not.
Looks easy but most PL players do NOT want to control it under pressure with their weaker foot. Certainly not confidently enough to use it to beat your man. He'll do it in his own penalty area.
Notice also the range of creative passes with his weaker right foot. He'll have so many angles available to him and be able to control the tempo as he matures.
Appreciate its a highlights reel but he looks very decent. .. tenacious fer sure