Frank Magri Scout Report
Frank Magri, the 24-year-old Cameroonian striker at Toulouse, is poised to be a crucial player in Ligue 1 for the 2023-2024 season. Holding fort in multiple positions, his flexibility across wings and as an attacking midfielder make this versatile player a valuable asset to any team.
Operating seemingly effortlessly in the engine room of the beautiful game, Magri's ability to recover the ball, which stands in the top percentiles at an impressive 81.25%, is a critical element of his armor. Complementing this, his progressive carrying ability (68.75%) and passing (59.375%) further affords him with a well-rounded outfield repertoire, making him the ideal package for Toulouse.
However, every gem has a flaw, and in this case, the player’s primary role as striker seems to be the bane of his arsenal. While his goal efficiency remains high (84.375%), his threat within the box (6.25%) and extremely low xG per 90 (3.12%), highlights a weakness in his goal-scoring chances, potentially hampering Toulouse's forward line.
Despite these, his assist rate per 90 (56.25%) highlights an opportunity for him to contribute effectively in build-ups and strategy, if not always with the final touch.
His ball retention capabilities (25.0%) need enhancement considering his role across the line-up, but coupled with a good understanding of the game flow, Magri could quite easily be viewed as a dormant force, waiting to leap at his opponent's throats.
Moreover, despite his shortcomings, his ceiling remains high under the right mentorship, possessing the raw abilities that could be honed for future potential. Going forward, if Magri could strike a balance between his impressive defensive duties and sharpen his forward instincts, there’s a world-class forward in the making. His journey, thus far, stands as a testament to his formidable potential.
