The 2024-25 pre-season is up and running. Clubs from top leagues like the Serie A are preparing for an exciting season. Over the years, Juventus have dominated the league. However, in the last few years, we have witnessed a different winner. Inter Milan ended Juventus’s dominance in the 2020-21 season. Their arch-rivals, AC Milan, secured the title in the next season. Napoli came all guns blazing in the 2022-23 season. They secured the league title ahead of these big clubs. Inter Milan regained their position at the top and ended the 2023-24 season with their 20th Scudetto.
Other big clubs are constantly competing with these clubs. One such club is AS Roma. Managed by Daniele De Rossi, Roma have seen growth under their former player. After finishing sixth in the league, Roma are planning to at least get into the top four. They have already signed some players to strengthen the team. One such player is Frenchman, Enzo Le Fee. With over 100 Ligue 1 appearances, Le Fee joined the club from Rennes. Enzo Le Fee left Lorient last season to join Rennes. He missed 1/3rd of the season due to injury and Rennes ended in 10th place. As we head into the upcoming season, let’s see what this youngster can offer to De Rossi’s team.
First season with Rennes
The Frenchman was ever-present on the left side of the midfield for Rennes. Le Fee played a key role in carrying his team’s attack. He also played in the UEFA Europa League. The first viz shows the percentile rank in comparison to LCM’s in Tier 1 of league football. Enzo’s passing and dribbling were up to the mark. He even contributed to the defence of the team. Most of the ball progressions came wide down the flanks. His work rate will be the biggest reason behind getting regular game time under De Rossi.
This plot assesses the player’s defensive involvement and effectiveness, which is crucial for wing-backs and wingers who track back. Enzo Le Fee was among the top left central midfielders when it came to contesting and winning defensive duels.
Another element in Le Fee’s game is ball recovery. Winning back the ball in crucial attacking areas puts pressure on the opposition. The Frenchman can press high and win the ball.
Creativity down the middle
AS Roma fans would expect some creativity from their new signing. The above plot reflects the player’s skill in delivering progressive passes, a critical aspect of breaking down defences. Le Fee was at the top of the rankings for successfully delivering progressive passes. Some of his passes found a teammate inside the opposition penalty box.
Enzo Le Fee ended the season with four assists combined in the Ligue 1 and the UEFA Europa League. The midfielder often spots a teammate inside the box. Some of his shot assists landed in perfect scoring areas. This plot reflects the player’s skill in delivering precise passes into the penalty area, a critical aspect of breaking down defences. Once again, Le Fee was among the best performers.
AS Roma have a lot of talent in their hand. They will aim to adjust the new signings and become a powerhouse in the league.
Visuals via TFA data viz engine