Crystal Palace head scout explains interesting ‘cross-reference’ transfer strategy

Crystal Palace's head scout for the Americas, Alessandro Brito, has explained the club's global recruitment approach and "cross-reference" transfer strategy. Speaking to ESPN Brazil, Brito detailed how the Premier League club actively compares potential signings from across North, Central, and South America against players worldwide to assess whether they can successfully transition to English football.

Brito highlighted that physical metrics like speed and strength are essential benchmarks when evaluating targets, given the demanding nature of the Premier League. He noted that Palace utilizes data tools to translate physical output across leagues, aiming to identify future potential and effectively compete physically with England's top clubs.