Many football fans will recall when 16-year-old Angel Gomes made his senior debut for Manchester United.
In the final match of the 2016/2017 Premier League season, Gomes entered the pitch in the 88th minute, replacing Wayne Rooney during a 2-0 win against Crystal Palace.
This appearance put his name in the history books.
He became the first Premier League player born in the 2000s.
Fast forward eight years, and Gomes’ journey has taken him through every level of the England national youth system, culminating in a senior cap awarded by Lee Carsley.
After spending five years at Lille OSC in Ligue 1, his contract is set to expire, making the 24-year-old midfielder one of the most intriguing free agents on the European market this summer.
As Gomes prepares for the next chapter of his career, speculation abounds regarding his possible destinations.
Premier League clubs such as Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United have reportedly shown interest, recognising his technical security and versatility across midfield roles.
This analysis will provide a player analysis of Angel Gomes, examining his playing style, strengths, and areas for growth.
Furthermore, we will identify one Premier League club where his attributes could add good value.
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Angel Gomes Stats
At 5’6” and operating primarily as a right-footed central midfielder, Angel Gomes is a player defined by his technical security and spatial awareness.
Angel Gomes’ pizza chart highlights his strengths in possession and passing.
He ranks in the 82nd percentile for received passes per 90, the 86th percentile for accurate passes, the 79th percentile for dangerous passes per 90, and the 82nd percentile for passes per 90—all indicating elite involvement and reliability on the ball.
His progressive passing is also strong (52nd percentile) and shows an apparent ability to move the play forward.
All the data used here is based on percentile values calculated for Angel Gomes within his league and position (attacking midfielder); the 50th percentile represents the league median for his role.
His comfort in tight areas and delicate first touch make him comfortable both as a deep-lying playmaker and in more advanced midfield roles.
Gomes’ technical level is shown by his willingness to receive possession under pressure.
He constantly scans the environment, adjusting to new reference points and “pictures,” which enables him to make split-second decisions: bounce the ball to retain possession or shift his body weight and accelerate away from pressure, exploiting the spaces.
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