Player Review
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I used RVP to try him out for the first time, I played him as a lone ST in a 4231 with an average 150k team around him. Ièm a qualified Champs player in div 3 almost div 2, and played him exclusively in Rivals and Champs Playoffs.
Pace - 7/10
Hes not slow but hes not fast either. You definitely cant use him to get in behind the defenders, so i used him with Target man instructions to get him to drop back to receive the ball instead of getting in behind. His combination of 83 pace and mediocre agility/balance makes him somewhat heavy as a runner, so i definitely recommend to surround him with pacey players that can get him the ball near the box.
Shooting - 10/10
Hands down the best shot i've used in this game bar none. He can EASILY score finesse shots on the left foot from 30-40 yards. If u get him on his left foot anywhere near the box just shoot and watch the magic happen. As for his 4* WF, it's good from inside the box, allows him to trick defenders playing to block his left, Outside the box however don't bother.
Passing - 8/10
Hes a good passer, better than most ST, short passing is elite, long passing wasn't bad either, chipped through balls were solid. I would say with his lack of pace and good passing, it wouldn't hurt if u wanted to try him out as a CAM.
Dribbling - 8/10
4* Skills is a big plus on any sort of big ST considering the likes of Haaland and Lukaku only have 3*. RVP is heavy on the ball but the good ball control helps a lot when trying to create space for the finesse of god. His skill moves also allow you to use good moves inside the box to separate him from his defenders and shoot.
Physical - 6/10
His physical was disappointing and left little to be desired. Hes not strong at all, bigger CB can bully him easily, his Jumping is low so he doesn't win many headers despite being the "Flying Dutchman". The biggest problem of all in his physical is hands down his stamina. He gets tired QUICK. by 65th min u have to sub him off or change him to a midfielder to cope with his horrible stamina.
Finesse Shots
Passing
4* Skill Moves
4* Weak Foot
Left Foot of god
Positioning
Finishing
Stamina
Strength
Agility/Balance
Jumping/Heading