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Overview
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Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Never explosive, and now in his late 30s has lost another step. (conf 0.65)
Relies on timing rather than raw pace at this stage of his career. (conf 0.65)
Decent turning ability for a big target man but limited in tight spaces. (conf 0.6)
Can still complete 90 minutes but tires in high-intensity spells. (conf 0.55)
Control
Reliably cushions long balls and lays the ball off under pressure. (conf 0.75)
Not a dribbler, uses close control mainly to shield and turn. (conf 0.6)
Classic target man who holds off defenders with strength and body positioning. (conf 0.8)
Capable of hitting clean, powerful shots from range and volleys. (conf 0.7)
Distribution
Combines well in tight areas as a link man for onrushing midfielders. (conf 0.65)
Not a creative distributor from deep, limited long-range range. (conf 0.5)
Rarely delivers crosses given his central striker role. (conf 0.5)
Sees flicks and knockdowns for runners well as a focal point. (conf 0.6)
Chance threat
Proven goalscorer across the Premier League and LaLiga with reliable composure in the box. (conf 0.75)
Generally picks smart moments to shoot rather than forcing efforts. (conf 0.65)
Good at finding pockets between center-backs to receive and hold up play. (conf 0.65)
Not a designated set-piece taker, occasional penalty duty only. (conf 0.5)
Duels
Excellent header of the ball, a constant aerial threat from crosses and set pieces. (conf 0.8)
Strong physical presence wins the majority of ground battles against defenders. (conf 0.7)
Defense
Leads occasional presses but lacks the legs for sustained high pressing at this age. (conf 0.55)
Minimal defensive contribution beyond token pressing triggers. (conf 0.5)
Not asked to track back as a pure center-forward. (conf 0.45)
Mental
Veteran calm in front of goal built over a long top-flight career. (conf 0.75)
Experienced reader of when to hold, lay off, or turn and shoot. (conf 0.65)
Puts in honest shifts but output has declined with age. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Has had various knocks over the years but generally available for selection. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
Late-30s target man with little remaining upward trajectory, mainly managing decline. (conf 0.6)
Well known in England and Spain from spells at West Brom, Newcastle and Everton. (conf 0.7)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Salomón Rondón is a veteran Venezuelan target man now with Real Oviedo in LaLiga, built on physical strength, aerial power, and hold-up play rather than pace. Across a long career in England (West Brom, Newcastle, Everton) and Spain he built a reputation as a reliable, unselfish focal point who brings teammates into play and finishes chances with composure. At this stage of his career his mobility and defensive workload have diminished, but his experience and physical presence still make him a useful option leading the line.
Long-time captain of the Venezuela national team and its all-time leading goalscorer.
Spent multiple seasons in the Premier League with West Bromwich Albion and Newcastle United, known for strong hold-up play.