Carlos Mendes
International Football Scout & Talent Evaluator
Elite football scout with 15+ years of experience identifying and recruiting world-class talent across European and South American markets. Proven track record of discovering undervalued players who became key first-team contributors, generating over €120M in combined transfer value.
87
Players Discovered
34
Successful Signings
€120M+
Transfer Value
15
Years Experience
22
Countries Covered
Specializations
Areas of Expertise
Experience
Career Journey
Evaluation Framework
Scouting Expertise
Technical Analysis
- Ball mastery
- Positional awareness
- Decision-making
- Technical execution
Physical Assessment
- Speed & acceleration
- Agility
- Endurance
- Injury resilience
Tactical Intelligence
- Pressing triggers
- Positional discipline
- Transition play
- Game reading
Psychological Profile
- Mental resilience
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Work ethic
Qualifications
Certifications & Education
Portfolio
Sample Work & Reports
Comprehensive Scouting Report - Brazilian Winger
Full tactical and technical breakdown with video clips
Match Analysis - El Clásico Tactical Report
In-depth match report with player performances
Youth Talent ID Report - U19 European Prospects
Comparative analysis of 5 emerging talents
Regional Report - Portuguese League Analysis
Market overview with 12 tracked players
Player Progression Analysis - Academy to First Team
3-year tracking study with performance metrics
South American Market Report Q1 2024
Comprehensive market overview with 20+ prospects
Connections
Professional Networks
Testimonials
What Colleagues Say
"Carlos has an exceptional eye for talent that goes beyond the obvious. His detailed reports combine technical analysis with psychological profiling, giving us complete confidence in recruitment decisions. He's discovered multiple players who became integral parts of our squad."
Miguel Rodríguez
Technical Director, La Liga Club
"One of the most professional and well-connected scouts in European football. His South American network is invaluable, and his ability to identify players before they hit the radar of bigger clubs has saved us millions in transfer fees."
James Thompson
Head of Recruitment, Premier League Club
"Working with Carlos elevated our entire scouting department. His systematic approach, use of data analytics, and thorough video analysis set a new standard. He's not just finding players, he's finding solutions to tactical problems."
António Silva
Sporting Director, Portuguese Primeira Liga