Clayson Scout Report
Clayson, the versatile forward of Brazil's Cuiaba, carries a dichotomy of exceptional potential and areas for improvement in his game. Operating primarily as a left winger, he is imbued with a sense of dynamism, aptly demonstrated by his impressive percentile of 76.67% in goal efficiency, indicating a commendable finishing ability. This threat in front of the goal is substantiated by a 60% goal threat and an impressive 80% shots per 90 percentile.
At 29, Clayson shows no signs of slowing down but exploits his seasoned maturity to keep the scoresheet ticking. His 'Goals per 90' at 76.67% further underscores his predatory prowess in the final third. However, Clayson's vision requires refinement, as indicated by his subpar showing in chance creation (20%), assists per 90 (18.33%), and xA per 90 (40%).
In the facet of ball retention (26.67%), he struggles to keep hold of possession, and with a ball recovery stat at a mere 10%, his defensive tenacity leaves room for improvement. Similarly, his progressive carrying and passing, both in the lower third percentiles, underline his relative limitations in initiating forward plays.
Clayson shines as a notable goal-scorer, rather than a creator, blending a strong sense of positioning with poise in putting the ball into the net. However, to ascend to the top echelons, he needs to evolve his game, fostering a better ball retention skill and defensive diligence.
