Category: Player Analysis

Ajax Amsterdam

Donny van de Beek: Ajax’s midfield sensation

With Ajax making it to the UEFA Champions League second round for the first time in over a decade, the club is living…

July 26, 2022

Ajax Amsterdam

Ex-Hammer Haller: How Ajax’s attacking approach can unlock his explosiveness – tactical analysis

West Ham and the club’s record signing Sébastien Haller parted ways after a €22.50m deal with Ajax who were keen on adding…

July 26, 2022

Ajax Amsterdam

Tearing up the Eredivisie: why Antony might be Ajax’s next-best South American export

The São Paulo region of Brazil has been home to some incredible footballing talents over the year. Kaká, Oscar, Lucas, are just…

July 26, 2022

Ajax Amsterdam

Kamaldeen Sulemana scout report: the winger “with potential on a par with Neymar” chased by Man United and Ajax

After less than 18 months in Europe, Kamaldeen Sulemana is already attracting interest from the biggest clubs in the world. The 2002-born…

July 26, 2022

Ajax Amsterdam

“One of Dutch football’s brightest hopes”: Why Ajax midfielder Victoria Pelova could be one to watch at Euro 2022 – scout report

After finishing as runners-up at their last major international tournament, the 2019 Women’s World Cup, the Netherlands will this summer turn their…

July 26, 2022

Analysis

Jimmy Cabot 2022/23: How Clauss’ coveted replacement will modify Lens’ right wing-back position – scout report

Jonathan Clauss (178cm/5’10”, 67kg/147lbs) was Lens’ most prolific assist-provider in Ligue 1 last season, with 10 of his team’s 62 goals (16.13%)…

July 22, 2022

Analysis

Kalidou Koulibaly: How his experience can help Chelsea both in and out of possession – scout report

Thomas Tuchel is working on filling the gaps in Chelsea’s squad after a turbulent last few months being concerned about their future…

July 22, 2022

Analysis

Casper Nielsen at Club Brugge 2022/23: the meteoric rise of the Danish midfielder – scout report

Last season was one that many would consider a fairytale for Royale Union Saint-Gilloise. After a tremendous first season back in the…

July 21, 2022

Allsvenskan

Alexander Jeremejeff: How his talismanic presence could land BK Häcken’s first ever Allsvenskan title – scout report

When you look at title-winning sides over the years, regardless of the league in question, more often than not the eventual champions…

July 20, 2022

Analysis

Vinicius Souza 2022/23: the in-demand Brazilian midfielder on his way to RCD Espanyol – scout report

Vinicius Souza arrived in Europe in the summer of 2020 from Brazilian giants Flamengo, joining Belgian second division side Lommel for a…

July 14, 2022

Analysis

Barbara Dunst: Why the Eintracht Frankfurt player could hold the key for Austria against Norway – scout report

Each of the 16 teams in the Euro 2022 finals has now played at least one match, with the second round of…

July 13, 2022

Analysis

Tyrell Malacia: What to expect from Manchester United’s new blistering left-back? – scout report

Manchester United have signed Dutch left-back Tyrell Malacia from Feyenoord for a reported fee of £15.7m.  Malacia becomes United’s first signing of…

July 9, 2022

Analysis

Taiwo Awoniyi: The underestimated summer signing of Nottingham Forest – scout report

Union Berlin and attacking player Taiwo Awoniyi will go their separate ways starting this season. The 1.83-meter-tall Bundesliga record goalscorer of “Die…

July 8, 2022

Analysis

Paxten Aaronson: Leaving a family legacy in the City of Brotherly Love – scout report

After a promising MLS debut in 2021, Paxten Aaronson‘s start to 2022 hasn’t gone quite as planned. The Philadelphia Union’s midfield depth…

July 8, 2022

Analysis

Fleetwood’s EFL finest: Paddy Lane and why he is ready for the next level – scout report

Football as a sport has no shortage of feel-good stories when it comes to underdogs overperforming expectations (Leicester City winning the Premier…

July 7, 2022

Analysis

Marcos Antônio 2022/23: Lazio’s new regista who will replace club legend Lucas Leiva – scout report

After a relatively successful first year at Lazio, Maurizio Sarri now looks to continue developing his work with the Biancocelesti. On the…

July 4, 2022

Analysis

Alan Soñora: USMNT’s hidden World Cup hopeful applying his trade in Argentina – scout report

Alan Soñora (171cm/5’7”, 65kg/143lbs) is an American-born central midfielder with an increasing influence at Argentinian giants Independiente. Born in New Jersey whilst…

July 4, 2022

Analysis

Frenkie de Jong: The solution to Manchester United’s midfield woes? – scout report

Frenkie de Jong’s future has been a topic of huge debate for the better part of a month. After a breakthrough season…

July 2, 2022

Analysis

Nemanja Matic: Why Jose Mourinho insists on signing the Serbian stalwart – scout report

Quite a few reunions are expected to happen in the 2022/23 Serie A season, with Romelu Lukaku returning to Internazionale on loan,…

July 2, 2022

Analysis

Gabriel Jesus: Why the Brazilian will be a key player for Arteta in Arsenal’s juvenile attack – scout report

After reports at the end of last week, Arsenal had come to an agreement to pay Manchester City for Gabriel Jesus. Arsenal,…

July 1, 2022