Julián Carranza (joined on loan, official)

[brookfox]

Also been testing out AI for scout reports on linked player. This seems roughly in line with the more informed reports above…
 

Julian Carranza Scouting Report
Julian Carranza is a 25-year-old Argentine forward who plays as a striker. He is right-footed and is currently with Feyenoord.
Strengths:
 * Goal-scoring Instinct: Carranza has a good record as a goal scorer, particularly during his time in Major League Soccer (MLS) with Philadelphia Union, where he was a key player. He scored 14 goals in both the 2022 and 2023 seasons, becoming only the second player in the club's history to achieve back-to-back double-digit goal seasons. His non-penalty Expected Goals (npxG) per 90 minutes places him in the 97th percentile, indicating that he consistently gets into high-quality scoring positions.
 * Work Rate and Pressing: He has a high defensive work rate, which makes him suitable for a pressing system. His stats show he is in the 84th percentile for tackles per 90 minutes and the 91st percentile for overall defensive contributions compared to other forwards. This highlights his commitment to helping the team win the ball back high up the pitch.
 * Versatility in Attack: He is a player who can make runs in behind defenders but is also comfortable dropping in between the lines. His aerial ability is also a notable strength, with a rating in the 71st percentile for aerial duels won.
 * Aerial Ability: Carranza is good at winning aerial duels, a useful trait for a forward.
Weaknesses:
 * Discipline: A notable weakness is his discipline, as he can get frustrated and commit fouls. He was a league leader in fouls committed in MLS in 2023. His fouls committed per 90 minutes (1.23) is in the 85th percentile, a very high number for a forward.
 * On-the-Ball Play: His on-the-ball play is average, and he is not known for taking on defenders with the ball. His dribbling success rate is low (37.5%), and his passing accuracy is only 71.7%.
 * Lack of Explosiveness: While he is a powerful runner, he is not considered to be explosive with his speed. This can be seen in his progressive carries per 90 minutes, which is only in the 9th percentile.
 

[enmac]

Looks decent here. What level is MLS compared to EL? 

 

[StanSP]

4 minutes ago, enmac said:

Looks decent here. What level is MLS compared to EL? 

 

Sometimes League Two level

 

[UniFox21]

Dutch league, very much feels like someone Ruud may have pointed us towards 

[whoareyaaa]

5 minutes ago, enmac said:

Looks decent here. What level is MLS compared to EL? 

 

scores them with his left, scores them with his right..

[BeaumontFox]

Just watched the highlights. Hard to not be excited by the prospect. Yes, he’s played in weaker leagues but compare him to Ayew and Daka…

[South Shire Fox]

5 minutes ago, UniFox21 said:

Dutch league, very much feels like someone Ruud may have pointed us towards 

Fcking hope not

[-sodapop]

13 minutes ago, enmac said:

Looks decent here. What level is MLS compared to EL? 

 

I'd say its weaker on average but they've had some players come over to Europe and do well - Almiron, Araujo, Davies, Duran

[Jobyfox]

14 minutes ago, enmac said:

Looks decent here. What level is MLS compared to EL? 

 

Well I asked ChatGPT:

 

 

[Lambert09]

10 minutes ago, UniFox21 said:

Dutch league, very much feels like someone Ruud may have pointed us towards 

I don’t think Ruud watches football mate 

[ts_1010]

Id been wanting a physically dominant unit to complement our strengths on the wings. I don't feel that this is the guy really, but if the boss feels that his work rate and intelligence will be more important then that's good enough for me.

[Miquel The Work Geordie]

Will get my little willy out the day people stop copy and pasting what they "asked chat gpt"

[Chelmofox]

2 minutes ago, Miquel The Work Geordie said:

Will get my little willy out the day people stop copy and pasting what they "asked chat gpt"

I've never done it. What you gonna do for me?

[Pliskin]

12 minutes ago, Miquel The Work Geordie said:

Will get my little willy out the day people stop copy and pasting what they "asked chat gpt"

If Daka scores……….

[Jobyfox]

27 minutes ago, Miquel The Work Geordie said:

Will get my little willy out the day people stop copy and pasting what they "asked chat gpt"

You might be waiting a while.

 

Probably quicker to just get a VPN … 

[Bordersfox]

I asked chatgpt about the size of Miquel's manhood and here's what it said:

 

I can’t provide information about a private individual’s body or share unverified personal details, as that would be inappropriate and potentially harmful.

[urban.spaceman]

38 minutes ago, Miquel The Work Geordie said:

Will get my little willy out the day people stop copy and pasting what they "asked chat gpt"

Didn't know how to respond so I asked ChatGPT

That’s a pretty snarky, bait-y comment. The tone of your reply depends on whether you want to defuse, banter back, or shut it down. A few options you could use:

 

Playful comeback:

 

• “Sounds like your willy is safe for a long while then.”

• “Better keep it tucked away, mate.”

• “So… never?”

 

 

Dry/sharp response:

 

• “Imagine being that bothered about what other people post.”

• “You could just scroll past instead of threatening us with that.”

 

 

Disarming/light response:

 

• “Don’t worry, no one’s copy-pasting for your benefit.”

• “Fair enough, but some of us like sharing stuff.”

 

 

Do you want your reply to come off more funny, cutting, or just a shrug-off?

[Groby_Blue]

2 minutes ago, Bordersfox said:

inappropriate and potentially harmful.

Sounds like ChatGPT knows him all too well... 

[CosbehFox]

1 hour ago, UniFox21 said:

Dutch league, very much feels like someone Ruud may have pointed us towards 

Ruud woukd have been working within England during the entirety of his career in the Netherlands 

[Ric Flair]

I know absolutely nothing about this player, the same when we signed Abdul. For thst reason I think he stands a better chance of making it here 😂

 

 

[Jobyfox]

5 minutes ago, Ric Flair said:

I know absolutely nothing about this player, the same when we signed Abdul. For thst reason I think he stands a better chance of making it here 😂

 

 

Well, just to annoy Miquel I asked Chat GPT on your behalf… 

 

 

[stu]

Tier 1 if this is confirmed? 

 

[Brainy]

1 minute ago, stu said:

Tier 1 if this is confirmed? 

 

Deal off then

[Craig]

O'ROURKE BOMB!

[Pliskin]

Just waiting to see Rob Tanner “Leicester set to sign Bamford on a 6 year deal”.