Ion Nicolaescu - Stats, Scout Report & Analysis

Player Bio

Position

Striker

Age

Market Value

€1.10M

Height

None

Weight

None

Nationality

Moldova

Next League Match

SC Heerenveen vs AZ Alkmaar (H)

02 March 2025

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Ion Nicolaescu Scout Report

Ion Nicolaescu is carving a distinct path in the Eredivisie with SC Heerenveen, primarily as a forward honed to inflict damage with precision rather than excess. His playing style is marked by a robust capacity for progressive carrying, sitting attractively in the upper echelons among his peers. This standout attribute underscores his ability to drive the ball forward effectively, despite his relatively low involvement in possession. Within the realm of goal efficiency, Nicolaescu is commendably productive, showcasing his knack for converting opportunities with clinical composure. From a scouting perspective, his dribbling prowess is noteworthy, giving him the edge in breaking through defensive lines. However, despite these offensive strengths, his contributions to collective play suffer due to limited touches on the ball, indicating a more direct impact rather than sustained involvement in build-up play. Additionally, his passing accuracy leaves room for improvement, possibly curbing his chance creation potential. His ability to reclaim possession is also on the lower end, suggesting a need to bolster his defensive contributions. Nevertheless, with his attacking flair and efficient striking ability, Nicolaescu remains a potent threat upfront, poised to make crucial impacts in pivotal game moments.

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Ion Nicolaescu Shot Summary

In the 2024-2025 season, Ion Nicolaescu took 24 shots, scoring 5 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 4.52, averaging 0.19 xG per shot.

Right Foot: 5 goals from 15 shots. A 33.33% conversion rate. 0.19 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 0 goals from 3 shots. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.29 xG per shot.
Headers: 0 goals from 6 headed attempts. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.14 xG per shot.