Xavi Simons was once touted as the greatest prospect to emerge from Barcelonas La Masia academy since Lionel Messi.
The Dutch attacking midfield player moved to PSG, where he made his professional debut in Ligue 1.
With limited game time with the star-studded first team, Simons has been racking up the minutes with the youth team.
Having left in the summer due to a contract disagreement, he has returned to his native Holland, where he has signed for Eredivisie side PSV Eindhoven.
Simons is on the hunt for more consistent game time, and so far has found that.
A bright start to the season with 3 goals and 2 assists already.
If the Dutchman maintains this form, the buyback clause that Paris Saint-Germain has installed may be activated.
This scout report will provide a tactical analysis of how Ruud van Nistelrooy deploys Xavi Simons in his PSV team.
It will be an analysis of the 19-year-old and the tactics employed to maximise his potential.
Xavi Simons Player Profile
Throughout his short career, Simons has been utilised as a 10.
So far, he has played this position in all of his games for PSV.
Simons is a small, nimble player who loves to get on the ball.
The 10 position, if set up right, is perfect for someone of his ability.
In addition, Simons has been deployed as a winger and an 8 on occasion.
His versatility and ball control allow him to be a good asset in all these positions. 
Simons often finds himself drifting into the wider channels to pick up the ball in half spaces.
He is quick enough to act as a winger and also very direct once on the ball.
At 56 tall and weig
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