Nemanja Maksimović

Nemanja Maksimović is a Serbian midfielder who plays for Shabab Al Ahli. The Football Association of Serbia lists him at 185 centimetres, with 60 senior international appearances and one goal. This record shows his long period in Serbia's central midfield.

Maksimović protects the space in front of the defence and offers a simple pass after his team wins the ball. His influence is often visible in the distance he keeps between teammates. If that space becomes too large, an opponent can turn and attack the defenders before support arrives.

He can join an attack after opposing defenders become occupied by the forwards. Another midfielder must then remain behind the ball. This balance adds a player to the attack without leaving the centre open when the team loses possession.

The 60 appearances and one goal in the FSS profile belong to Serbia's senior team. Club records are separate. Goals alone do not describe his national-team value; his position, recovery of loose balls and first pass after winning possession are also important.

• Date of birth: Jan. 26, 1995
• Current club: Shabab Al Ahli
• Place of birth: Banja Koviljaca, Serbia
• Price on Transfermarkt: €0.00
• Stronger leg: Right
• Height: 185 sm
• Position: Central midfielder
• Second position: Defensive midfielder
• Serbia national team:
  Matches: 60, Goals: 1, Assists: 0