Joel Piroe

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League: Premier LeagueTeam: Leeds UnitedNationality: Netherlands
Positions:STCFAge: ~27

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€4.5m€17.0m
Confidence: 66%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 69 / 100·Confidence 66%

Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration62

Not explosive off the mark but has enough burst to escape a marker in tight areas. (conf 0.7)

Top speed58

Below-average straight-line pace for a Premier League number nine. (conf 0.65)

Agility66

Good close-control turns in the box despite a lack of raw quickness. (conf 0.65)

Stamina65

Solid workrate across a season but not a relentless pressing forward. (conf 0.6)

Control

First touch80

Reliable touch under pressure that lets him lay off and turn in the same motion. (conf 0.75)

Dribbling68

Comfortable dropping deep and carrying the ball a few yards to link play. (conf 0.65)

Ball shielding76

Strong frame he uses well to hold up play with his back to goal. (conf 0.7)

Ball striking78

Clean, powerful contact when shooting first-time from inside the area. (conf 0.7)

Distribution

Short passing75

Sharp lay-offs and combination play typical of a Championship-honed poacher-creator. (conf 0.7)

Long passing52

Rarely tasked with switching play, a minor part of his game. (conf 0.55)

Crossing40

Not a crossing outlet given his central striker role. (conf 0.5)

Vision68

Picks out underlapping runners well when he drops into the pocket. (conf 0.6)

Chance threat

Finishing84

Prolific in the Championship with PSV and Swansea, converting half-chances clinically. (conf 0.85)

Shot selection78

Efficient shot picker who rarely forces low-percentage attempts. (conf 0.7)

Off-ball movement80

Excellent at finding pockets between center-backs to receive and turn. (conf 0.75)

Set-piece shot55

Occasional penalty taker but not the primary dead-ball specialist. (conf 0.5)

Duels

Aerial64

Decent size gives him some aerial threat though not a dominant header of the ball. (conf 0.6)

Ground duels70

Uses body strength effectively to win and retain the ball under pressure. (conf 0.65)

Defense

Pressing intensity58

Applies moderate pressure from the front without being a high-octane presser. (conf 0.55)

Defensive disruption48

Limited defensive output typical of a target-man striker. (conf 0.5)

Defensive positioning45

Minimal defensive responsibility beyond the first press. (conf 0.45)

Mental

Composure78

Calm finisher who takes his chances without rushing in the box. (conf 0.7)

Decision making74

Generally makes smart choices on when to shoot, lay off, or turn. (conf 0.65)

Work rate68

Puts in consistent shifts leading the line across a long season. (conf 0.6)

Resilience

Injury reliability72

Has generally avoided long-term injuries through his career so far. (conf 0.55)

Outlook

Potential55

In his mid-20s, likely near his ceiling as a proven goalscorer at Championship-to-PL level. (conf 0.55)

Reputation58

Well known in England as a prolific lower-division scorer earning a Premier League chance. (conf 0.6)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Joel Piroe is a Dutch striker known for his composed finishing and clever movement in the penalty area rather than pace or power. Having built a reputation as one of the Championship's most reliable goalscorers with Swansea City, he earned a move to Leeds United and has been tasked with proving his finishing translates to the Premier League following promotion. He is best used as a fox-in-the-box poacher who thrives on service into the channels and cutback areas, with a first touch and lay-off game good enough to also drop into build-up play.

Established himself as one of the Championship's most consistent goalscorers during spells at Swansea City.

Moved to Leeds United after Swansea, aiming to convert prolific second-tier form into Premier League output.

Came through PSV Eindhoven's academy before making his name in English football.

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