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Erik Costa
CAM · Attacking Midfielder #16 Open to Offers Semi-Pro · 2nd division

Erik Costa

📍 Algeria · 🎂 23 yrs · 🛡️ USM Alger (Algiers) · 🏆 Ligue 1 · 💶 €4.8m
Languages: Arabic French
0Goals
0Assists
0Appearances
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Current club

USM Alger

Algiers, Algeria

Ligue 1 · Semi-Pro · 2nd division

Transfer wishes

Clubs this player aspires to join

  • SSC Napoli Italy · Serie A · Professional
  • Sporting CP Portugal · Primeira Liga · Professional
  • Vissel Kobe Japan · J1 League · Professional

Player Bio

Erik Costa is a left-footed attacking midfielder at USM Alger (Algiers). Speaks Arabic, French. Tracked by Sportify's AI scouting network with strong potential and clear ambitions at club level.

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Key attributes

Pace80
Shooting82
Passing88
Dribbling89
Defending64
Physical79

Player radar

Pace 80 Shooting 82 Passing 88 Dribbling 89 Defending 64 Physical 79

AI Profile Rating

84

Output · style · potential

Attribute breakdown

Pace80
Shooting82
Passing88
Dribbling89
Defending64
Physical79

Season output

0Goals
0Assists
0Appearances
0Minutes
Goals / 900.33
Assists / 900.33
G+A18

📈 Market value trend

Now €4.8M
€1.7M 2021 €2.4M 2022 €3.3M 2023 €3.9M 2024 €4.8M 2025
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Career History

  • 2024–25
    USM Alger35 apps · 9 goals
  • 2023–24
    USM Alger II29 apps · 6 goals

Market value

Full market profile
€4.8m ↑ €808k
Foot
Left
Height
184 cm
Agent
Contract expiry
—

Transfer history

Date Clubs Fee
May 2025 USM Alger II → USM Alger Free
Apr 2024 Youth academy → USM Alger II €1.92m
◆ Sportify AI Analysis

AI Performance & Health

Generated Jun 16, 2026

Full report
Performance score
83
Health status Fit

Fitness index: 92

Injury risk
23% Low

Key insights

  • Standout attributes: Passing, Dribbling.
  • Development areas: Defending.
  • Strong fit for Attacking Midfielder role (fit score 86).
  • No injury history on file — baseline risk model applied.
  • Low injury risk profile based on available data.

Sportify AI Analysis provides data-driven estimates for scouting and performance insight only. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult qualified medical professionals for health decisions.

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