"Top Top Players”

Utter Worldie

In this episode, I explore what scouts look for in players with Alan Randall; who is one of the most knowledgeable and charismatic people I know in the game. With experience as a player, manager, and current scouting role at the highest level, he has advised Premiership clubs such as Tottenham Hotspur and Watford Football Club on team tactical analysis and player recruitment. We discuss the criteria scouts prioritize when assessing players across all positions, examining player profiles and attributes of current Premiership players. Additionally, we delve into the essential requirements for top-level performance, including technical skill, tactical acumen, athleticism, strength, and football intelligence, supported by research and statistical data tailored to specific player roles and team formations.