Odsonne Édouard

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League: Ligue 1Team: LensNationality: France
Positions:STCFAge: ~28

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€5.1m€19.8m
Confidence: 65%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 72 / 100·Confidence 65%

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

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration74

Quick over short distances to get across defenders in the box. (conf 0.7)

Top speed70

Not a burner but enough pace to threaten in behind. (conf 0.65)

Agility76

Light-footed for a big striker, turns well in tight areas. (conf 0.7)

Stamina66

Not a high-mileage runner, conserves energy for key moments. (conf 0.55)

Control

First touch82

Cushions difficult balls under pressure with a soft touch. (conf 0.75)

Dribbling75

Comfortable carrying and beating a man in tight spaces. (conf 0.7)

Ball shielding78

Strong frame lets him hold up play and bring others in. (conf 0.7)

Ball striking76

Can strike cleanly from range and finish first-time. (conf 0.65)

Distribution

Short passing72

Reliable link play with quick lay-offs to onrushing midfielders. (conf 0.6)

Long passing55

Rarely tasked with long distribution as a central striker. (conf 0.45)

Crossing45

Minimal output in this facet given his central striker role. (conf 0.4)

Vision68

Picks out late runners with disguised lay-offs at times. (conf 0.55)

Chance threat

Finishing84

Composed clinical finisher with both feet honed since Celtic days. (conf 0.8)

Shot selection78

Generally picks smart moments rather than forcing low-percentage shots. (conf 0.7)

Off-ball movement80

Smart runs into channels and behind lines to create space. (conf 0.75)

Set-piece shot60

Not a primary set-piece taker, occasional penalty duty. (conf 0.45)

Duels

Aerial72

Decent leap and timing for a technical rather than target-man striker. (conf 0.6)

Ground duels74

Uses strength and balance to win and retain the ball in duels. (conf 0.65)

Defense

Pressing intensity62

Presses in bursts rather than relentlessly across 90 minutes. (conf 0.5)

Defensive disruption55

Limited defensive output typical of a pure number nine. (conf 0.45)

Defensive positioning52

Offers little tracking back beyond first-line pressing cues. (conf 0.4)

Mental

Composure80

Rarely rattled in the box, known for calm finishes under pressure. (conf 0.75)

Decision making75

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

Work rate63

Effort fluctuates, more effective when service and confidence are high. (conf 0.5)

Resilience

Injury reliability60

Has dealt with muscular issues and stints out injured in recent seasons. (conf 0.55)

Outlook

Potential55

Late-20s striker likely near his ceiling with steady output ahead. (conf 0.55)

Reputation68

Well known in France and Britain from prolific Celtic and Palace spells. (conf 0.65)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Odsonne Édouard is a French striker now with RC Lens after productive spells at Celtic and Crystal Palace. A technically gifted number nine, he combines a soft first touch and composure in the box with the strength to hold off defenders and bring teammates into play. His Ligue 1 return marks a fresh chapter as he looks to rediscover the consistent scoring form that made him a standout in Scotland.

Prolific goalscorer for Celtic during their domestic treble-winning seasons before moving to the Premier League.

Came through the Paris Saint-Germain academy before making his name in Scotland.

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