STRENGTHS:

+ Aerial ability
+ Clean hands
+ Forward craft
+ Goal sense
+ X-factor

IMPROVEMENTS:

- Accumulation
- Endurance
- Speed

Delean presents a challenging match up because he has such a variety of ways that he can beat his opponent. He possesses a great understanding of where the space is inside 50 and times his leads well to create separation from his defender. He's not afraid to leap at the football and his sticky hands allow him to complete marks, even when under strong defensive pressure.

The formidable combination of clean hands and strong aerial ability have led to a number of highlights across his junior career and have helped Delean become one of the better contested marks for his size.

A capable set shot goal kicker, Delean generally makes the most of his opportunities when they present themselves. He doesn't need to see much of the ball to have an impact on the game and has a habit of making something happen when the ball is in his vicinity.

Despite his aerial exploits, Delean is equally capable when the ball hits the deck. He's clean below his knees, gets the ball to his foot quickly and just knows exactly where the goals are at all times.

A genuine goalscoring threat anywhere inside 50, Delean seemingly converts a goal with a high degree of difficulty almost every game. He saved some of his best for the Under 18 National Championships, including a cracker against Vic Country at IKON Park.

Delean could elevate himself in the eyes of recruiters if he can demonstrate an improved speed and endurance base. Typically a low-possession player, Delean would benefit from developing his versatility and the capacity to push further up the ground to involve himself in the contest when he's getting limited looks inside forward 50.