We have already passed the halfway point of LaLiga and, without a doubt, there are players who have surprised us all and wonderkids that are starting to become the real deal. In this scouting article, we will talk about players who are better known within the community of ‘the ideals’, but may leave for higher level teams this season. Some of them could even be the protagonists of massive transfers.
Nico Williams, a bullet in San Mamés:
The Spanish winger is proving to have added more determination towards the opposing goal to his dynamism and shiftiness, as he is a great contributor to his team on a consistent basis. Nico has a tremendous ability to wreak havoc on opposing defenses with his voracious verticality.
These qualities make his profile really fitting for the Premier League, where he has already been rumored to go in exchange for hefty fees. Nico recently renewed his contract with Athletic Club, but at 21 years of age, he could end up in a top tier European side.
Take Kubo, a differential talent:
The 23-year-old Japanese winger had performed at a high level last season, but this year, he has been one of the faces of the championship. Take has six goals and four assists to his name already, but his case does not rely merely on statistics, as his sensations on the pitch and his dribbling ability are also fantastic.
Kubo has already been linked to some of the best clubs in LaLiga, like Real Madrid, as well as foreign clubs, like Manchester United. His performance this season is more than enough to justify those rumors.
Mason Greenwood, a cannon for Bordalás:
The Englishman has returned to the pitch after his extra-sporting scandals and has landed in one of the most competitive teams in the category. His superb striking with both legs, impressive ability on both profiles when it comes to dribbling, his dynamism and his creativity are that of a player that belongs in an elite side.
Bordalás himself has admitted that, under regular circumstances, Getafe could not have a player of this magnitude on their roster. He was even praised by the likes of Griezmann. The English forward was also linked to Barça, but it seems likely that he will leave LaLiga to return to his home country.
Álvaro Valles, the guardian of Gran Canaria:
Without a shadow of a doubt, he has been one of the revelations of the championship. The Spanish keeper has clearly been the best goalie of the first round, as his performance has been worthy of a top tier team.
In addition, he is very capable with his feet, a highly valued trait in top level teams. Valles is very happy at Las Palmas, but we will see if he is not tempted by a bigger name next season.
Artem Dovbyk, the tank of Montilivi:
We could include five of six player from Girona on this list: Miguel Gutiérrez, Yan Couto, Savinho or Aleix García. However, elite goal scoring instincts usually imply a hefty price tag and are very scarce at the top level. The Ukranian is having a fantastic season with 11 goals and five assists so far.
Aside from his statistics, he stands out because of his ability back down defenders, his associative play and, above all, his power. Dovbyk has already been linked to powerhouses like United and big offers to sign him will most likely arrive from England.
Translated by Nuño Alonso.
Main image: @RealSociedad.
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