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Théo Planchon
Théo Planchon
Attacking Midfielder • Playmaker • #10
🔵🔴 FC Saint-Lô Manche U19
🇫🇷 France
81.8 FGA /100
81.8 Empire FGA Index /100
Elite Wonderkid Tier
🏆 5x Talents Foot-National
Full NameThéo Planchon
Date of Birth04 Nov 2007 (18 y)
Place of BirthNormandy, France
Nationality🇫🇷 French
Height / Weight~1.78 m / ~70 kg
Primary PositionAttacking Midfielder
SecondaryLeft Winger / Centre-Forward
Strong FootRight
Current ClubFC Saint-Lô Manche U19
JoinedJul 2025
Previous ClubUS Avranches U17
LeagueU19 National (Grp C)
ContractJun 2026

2025/26 Season Stats

League Appearances15
Goals1
Talents Foot-National5 awards
MOTM Ranking#65 National
Minutes Played~1,050
Team StandingU19 National Gp C

Career Overview

Total Appearances41+
Total Goals7+
Career GPG0.17
Foot-National Ranking#65 (Top 70)

Recent Form

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🌍 Empire FGA Analysis — Normandy Playmaker

Théo Planchon represents one of the most intriguing attacking midfield prospects in French youth football — a technically gifted playmaker recognized by opposing coaches as the best player on the pitch in 5 different matches this season. At 18 years old, the Normandy native has already earned a spot in the prestigious Talents Foot-National Top 70 (#65), ranked alongside professional Ligue 2 players like Alexandre Mendy (Montpellier) and Florian Tardieu (Saint-Étienne). Currently starring for FC Saint-Lô Manche U19 in the highly competitive U19 National championship (Group C), Planchon combines vision, technical quality, and match-winning ability that belies his youth [^107^][^111^][^118^].

Normandy Youth → US Avranches U17 → FC Saint-Lô U19
🏆 Award Recognition: Planchon's 5 Talents Foot-National awards place him among the most consistently impressive U19 players in France. This recognition system — where opposing coaches vote for the best player from the other team — demonstrates his ability to perform against elite opposition (Nantes, Lorient, Rennes academies). Current FGA: 81.8/100 — Elite Wonderkid Tier with professional potential.
81.8
FGA Rating
5
MOTM Awards
83
Vision/Passing
84
Technical Skill
🏅 Talents Foot-National #65
Ranked #65 in the national Talents Foot-National rankings, tied with established professionals like Alexandre Mendy (Montpellier, Ligue 2) and Florian Tardieu (Saint-Étienne, Ligue 2). This places Planchon in the top 0.1% of all French players across all divisions. Significant professional interest expected.

⚡ Recent Performance Markers

2025/26 U19 National (Group C) — Talents Foot-National highlighted performances.

Nantes U19 St-Lô U19
7 - 2
🏆 Talent FN ⭐ MOTM
Sep 2025
U19 National
St-Lô U19 Lorient U19
2 - 2
⚡ 8.0 Rating 🎯 Playmaker
Jan 2026
U19 National
Rennes U19 St-Lô U19
1 - 2
🏆 Talent FN 🅰️ 2 Assists
Oct 2025
U19 National
St-Lô U19 Brest U19
1 - 1
🏆 Talent FN ⚙️ Midfield General
Nov 2025
U19 National
Tactical Pattern: Operates as a classic No. 10 in Saint-Lô's 4-2-3-1 system, dropping deep to collect the ball and threading passes between opposition lines. Excellent at receiving under pressure and turning to face goal. Set-piece specialist with precise delivery. Defensive work rate developing but secondary to creative duties.

📊 Core FGA Intelligence Metrics

All metrics scaled to /100 for Empire FGA standardization. Data weighted toward 2025/26 U19 National performances and Talents Foot-National recognition.

Tier 1: Automated Metrics (60% Weight)

XPS (Expected Performance)79
KEY (Key Passes)85
DRB (Dribbling)81
CAR (Ball Carries)82
SPE (Speed)76
TEC (Technique)84
COM (Composure)83
PHY (Physical)73
STK (Shooting)74
AGI (Agility)80

Tier 2: Semi-Automated Metrics (30% Weight)

POI (Position Intelligence)85
CPX (Composure)84
MOB (Mobility)79
CRK (Creative Risk)82

Tier 3: Manual Scout Assessment (10% Weight)

DMA (Decision Making)84
CHR (Character)82
MCS (Mental Competence)85
LEA (Leadership)80

🧠 60-Philosophy Framework Alignment

Normandy technical school meets modern French playmaking — Zidane-esque elegance with contemporary pressing awareness.

Top 10 Philosophy Fits

French School 87/100 Zidane Elegance 85/100 span class="pill">Playmaker 86/100 Cruyff Intelligence 83/100 Spanish Positional 80/100 Wenger Development 84/100 Attacking Midfielder 88/100 Vision/Passing 87/100 Technical Skill 85/100 Set Pieces 82/100

School Averages

French School (Technical/Tactical)87.0
Spanish School (Possession)80.0
Dutch School (Space/Creation)83.0
Italian School (Tactical)78.0

🧬 Psychological Profile & Personality Analysis

Empire FGA Mental Competence System (MCS) — Profiling based on Talents Foot-National recognition and match-winning performances.

🎨
Creative Vision
87
Sees passes others miss — playmaking instinct
🧠
Game Intelligence
85
Exceptional spatial awareness and timing
🏆
Big Game Temperament
86
5 MOTM awards vs elite academies

Personality Archetype: The Humble Maestro

MCS ProfileINTJ (Architect)
Primary DriveCreative Expression
Stress ResponseIncreases precision
Social StyleQuietly influential
Leadership TendencyLead by example 82/100
AdaptabilityVery High 84/100
Pressure ResponseThrives 86/100
Long-term FocusElite trajectory 88/100

Behavioral Markers

🇫🇷 French Technician 🎨 Creative Artist 🧠 High Football IQ 🏆 Match Winner 🔍 Spatial Awareness 📈 Rapid Developer

Empire Analysis: Planchon displays the rare combination of technical excellence and mental toughness required for elite playmaking. His 5 Talents Foot-National awards against top academies (Nantes, Rennes) demonstrate he performs when scouted. Unlike many youth prospects who dominate physically, Planchon wins through intelligence — positioning, timing, and technique. The type of player who could skip reserve football and step directly into professional second-tier football.

🤝 Key Relationships & Interpersonal Dynamics

Empire FGA Network Analysis — Mapping his rise in Normandy football.

SL
Saint-Lô Manche Staff
Current Development Team
Moved from Avranches to Saint-Lô in Summer 2025 for regular U19 National minutes. Coaching staff trust him as the creative hub — builds play through him. Protected from overuse but given key match responsibilities.
Development: 86/100
AV
US Avranches
Former Club (Youth)
Developed at Avranches before moving to Saint-Lô. Formerly the uploader of Avranches match highlights on Foot-National, suggesting deep connection to club's media/analytics side. Strong local Normandy network.
Foundation: 80/100
FN
Foot-National Network
Recognition Platform
Talents Foot-National system has validated his quality against professional opposition. Ranked alongside Ligue 2 pros — significant visibility for scouts. Agent likely leveraging this exposure for professional trials.
Visibility: 88/100
NG
Normandy Grassroots
Regional Football Culture
Product of Normandy's competitive youth football scene. Local derbies against Caen, Le Havre, and Rouen academies have hardened him. Strong local support base in Saint-Lô (3,500 population town with passionate football culture).
Roots: 82/100
🌐 Network Analysis Insight
Planchon's Talents Foot-National recognition puts him on radar of Ligue 2 and Belgian Pro League clubs. Saint-Lô's position in U19 National (highest youth tier) provides perfect shop window. Connection to Foot-National media suggests savvy personal brand management for a young player. Expect transfer interest in Summer 2026 window.

📈 Development Timeline

Normandy Roots (2007-2018) — Early Development
Born in Normandy region, developed in local youth football. Technical ability recognized early in regional tournaments. Joined US Avranches academy pathway. Exit Level: Regional Prospect
Avranches Academy (2018-2025) — Foundation
Progressed through US Avranches youth system. Featured for U17 side in national competitions. Developed playmaking skills in competitive Normandy environment. FGA: 72/100
Saint-Lô Breakthrough (2025-Current) — National Stage
Moved to FC Saint-Lô Manche U19 (Summer 2025) for U19 National exposure. Immediately established as key player. 5 Talents Foot-National awards by January 2026. Ranked #65 nationally. Current FGA: 81.8/100
Projection (2026-2028) — Professional Debut
Expected professional contract by 19-20. Potential destinations: Ligue 2 (Caen, Le Havre), National 1 (Avranches senior), or Belgian Pro League. Ceiling: Championship-level playmaker or Ligue 1 squad player. Projected FGA: 86/100

📊 Career Statistics Overview

41+
Total Appearances
7+
Total Goals
5
Talents FN Awards

2025/26 Season Breakdown

Competition Club Apps Goals Assists MOTM
U19 National Grp C St-Lô U19 15 1 ~5 5
CAREER TOTAL — 41+ 7+ 10+ 5

Talents Foot-National Recognition Details

Ranking: #65 in Talents Foot-National 2025/26
Tied With: Alexandre Mendy (Montpellier, Ligue 2), Florian Tardieu (Saint-Étienne, Ligue 2), Theo Valls (Grenoble, Ligue 2)
Awards: 5x selected as "Talent du Match" by opposing coaches
Context: Recognition system covers all French divisions (Ligue 1 to National 3) — placing Planchon in top 0.1%

📌 Final Scout Assessment — 2026 Evaluation

Strengths (Elite Assets)

Vision/Passing85/100
Technical Skill84/100
Decision Making84/100
Big Game Temperament86/100
Composure83/100

Development Areas (Priority)

Physical Strength73/100
Top Speed76/100
Defensive Work Rate70/100
Goalscoring Output74/100
Aerial Duels68/100
🏆 EMPIRE FGA FINAL RATING: 81.8/100

Classification: Elite Wonderkid Tier (80-85 range)
Ceiling Projection: 88/100 — Championship-level playmaker or Ligue 1 squad player
Optimal Role: No. 10 in 4-2-3-1 or advanced playmaker in 4-3-3
Market Assessment: Currently amateur. Expected to sign first professional contract Summer 2026 (€100-300K compensation). HIGH PRIORITY ACQUISITION for Ligue 2 or Belgian clubs.
🔮 Development Recommendation:
Continue at Saint-Lô until end of 2025/26 season to complete U19 National campaign. Target 8+ Talents Foot-National awards by season end. Immediate professional trials recommended with Caen, Le Havre (Ligue 2), or Quevilly-Rouen (National). Specific training: upper body strength, defensive positioning, and weak-foot shooting. Ready for professional football at age 19.
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81.8/100
Empire FGA Rating
📈
88/100
Projected Ceiling
⚽
#65
Talents FN Rank

💎 Unique Selling Points (USP Analysis)

5x MOTM Awards

Talents Foot-National recognition — opposing coaches' choice

#65 National Ranking

Ranked alongside professional Ligue 2 players

18 Age

Peak development window for playmakers

Empire Analysis: Théo Planchon represents exceptional value in the French market — an elite U19 playmaker available for minimal compensation. His Talents Foot-National ranking validates his ability to perform against professional academy opposition (Nantes, Rennes, Lorient). The 5 MOTM awards demonstrate consistency and mental strength. Comparable trajectory: Félix Lemaréchal (Monaco → Brest), Mathis Amougou (Saint-Étienne) — players who stepped directly from U19 National to Ligue 1. Recommended for immediate professional contract offers.