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Overview
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Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Explosive first few steps that repeatedly beat Premier League full-backs in transition. (conf 0.85)
Genuine top-end pace, among the fastest wide players in the league. (conf 0.88)
Sharp change of direction to escape tight marking on the touchline. (conf 0.75)
Covers ground well in wide areas across a full 90 minutes. (conf 0.65)
Control
Generally reliable touch at speed though can loosen under heavy pressure. (conf 0.65)
Direct, powerful carrier who backs himself in one-on-ones out wide. (conf 0.8)
Uses frame reasonably to protect the ball but not a primary strength. (conf 0.55)
Hits a clean, powerful shot from distance and cuts inside onto his stronger foot. (conf 0.7)
Distribution
Competent combination play though not the creative focal point. (conf 0.55)
Occasional switches of play but not a defining part of his game. (conf 0.5)
Whips in dangerous low crosses when cutting to the byline. (conf 0.6)
Solid awareness of runners but more direct than incisive passer. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Proven double-figure goalscorer with a strong, accurate right foot. (conf 0.75)
Willing shooter who can be over-eager from difficult angles. (conf 0.55)
Times runs in behind well to exploit his pace advantage. (conf 0.65)
Not a regular dead-ball taker at club level. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Modest aerial threat, more a floor-based attacking outlet. (conf 0.45)
Strong, physical winger who wins his fair share of one-on-one battles. (conf 0.7)
Defense
Applies energetic pressure on opposition full-backs when in possession. (conf 0.6)
Contributes defensively but not a high-volume tackler or interceptor. (conf 0.45)
Tracks back dutifully though positioning discipline is inconsistent. (conf 0.4)
Mental
Generally calm in front of goal given his scoring record from wide areas. (conf 0.6)
Can be inconsistent choosing between shot, cross, and cutback. (conf 0.55)
Diligent tracking back and pressing shown across his Premier League spells. (conf 0.65)
Resilience
Has had recurring muscular and hamstring issues across his career. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
Late-twenties winger likely near his peak with a few more prime years. (conf 0.6)
Well-known Senegal international and established Premier League wide threat. (conf 0.65)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Ismaïla Sarr is a powerful, pacey Senegalese winger now at Crystal Palace after spells with Watford and Marseille. His game is built on explosive straight-line speed, direct dribbling, and a willingness to shoot or cut inside onto his right foot from the left or right flank. A regular for Senegal, he offers a genuine transition threat and has a track record of double-figure goal contributions in the Premier League.
Scored twice against Liverpool for Watford in a memorable Premier League upset.
Part of Senegal's squad that won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2021/22.
Moved from Watford to Marseille before returning to the Premier League with Crystal Palace.