
Another great season finish and now, for the first time, we bring to you a player by player squad report! Hope you enjoy.
2015-2016 Squad Report
Starting 11
GK - Ross Worner (69 OVR): 9/10
64 Appearances - 24 Clean Sheets
Our last line of defense, the man we've trusted to care for our net, the vice-captain. The 26 year old from England has been with the club since League 2 and quickly became one of the best goalkeepers in the league having just won his 3rd consecutive Golden Glove award. He's made very impressive saves consistently and has always been there to support his defenders.
RB - Barry Fuller (64 OVR): 9/10
47 Appearances - 1 Assist
Our captain. The 32 year old from England has been the most consistent player for Wimbledon even since the League 2. This season he contributed a little less as far as assists than usual but even at his age he's still a box to box player. Never gives up, and always leaves everything on the field.
RCB - Harry Pell (67 OVR): 9/10
46 Appearances - 2 Goals and 2 Assists
Naturally a CM, the 6'4" man from England has been used at center back ever since Chavez came to Wimbledon. Even though this is not his natural position, the player worked on what Chavez wanted from him and has solidified himself at the back. Due to his impressive stamina and work rates, he's also great at starting plays from the back, especially in a line of 5.
LCB - Ryan Tafazolli (70 OVR): 9/10
46 Appearances - 5 Goals and 1 Assist
The 6'5" man from England has been a vital player ever since his arrival from Mansfield Town in Chavez's first season. He commands a line of 5 like no other, but this season he struggled with the line of 4 at times.
LB - Tom Richards (66 OVR): 6/10
40 Appearances - 3 Assists
Considered as Wimbledon's weakest link by many, the young English player has impressive speed, but not much else. Although he has great tackling skills he was often beat off his mark. The player gave the club a lot of trouble this season off the field. He really shined in the Football League, but in the Championship he wasn't able to contribute much on the wings.
CDM - Aaron Morris (68 OVR): 8/10
50 Appearances - 2 Assists
The Welshman is the first, and only player in the squad to play with a national team. Naturally a CB, the player did a great job roaming just ahead of the centre backs never pushing too far forward, exactly what Chavez wants from his position.
RM - Tarik Çamdal (69 OVR): 7/10
45 Appearances - 2 Goals and 8 Assists
The only player from Turkey in the squad, is naturally a RB but Chavez has used him exclusively at RM. He had several ups and downs this season, but it was impressive seeing him outrun every player in the league on the right wing.
RCM - Luke Moore (65 OVR): 9/10
44 Appearances - 6 Goals and 2 Assists
Moore has been with the club since 2009 and was a starter at the club until Chavez came along. The player had to wait patiently for his opportunity from the bench which finally came this season. He won himself a starting spot and responded with goals even though he's not playing in his natural attacking midfielder position.
LCM - Tyler Harvey (65 OVR): 7/10
45 Appearances - 5 Goals and 5 Assists
*Showing Great Potential
The young player has been improving all season, but didn't make as big as an impact as in previous seasons with Wimbledon.
LM - Jacob Murphy (68 OVR): 9/10
46 Appearances - 3 Goals and 18 Assists
An Exciting Prospect
At only 21 years old he's been an outstanding winger. He's been forced to play on the left side to accommodate more limited players, but performs well on both sides. Only 3 goals, but all 3 at very important matches like the FA Cup final for example.
ST - Terry Gornell (68 OVR): 10/10
46 Appearances - 37 Goals and 9 Assists
The man himself. Unable to break his 22 league goals record (Cheltenham Town) he set a new record at AFC Wimbledon by scoring 37 goals in the year. Many teams will want to bag this natural goal scorer due to his low value of 1.3 million USD according to transfermarkt.com, but Chavez has joked around by saying: "I'm the one that discovered him, he's ours!"
GK - Seb Brown (60 OVR) - 7/10
9 Appearances - 5 Clean Sheets
An AFC Wimbledon legend. This season he saw less play time than in the past but managed to keep his goal at zero half the time. His future at the club has still not been decided.
CB - Jack Baldwin (67 OVR): 7/10
17 Appearances - 3 Goals
An outstanding signing. The player proved he can handle his own at CB as well as CDM.
CB - John Egan (66 OVR): 6/10
27 Appearances - 1 Goal
Sometimes great, sometimes decent, but never bad on the field. Good player to have in the squad, but didn't take advantage of his opportunities to be in the Starting 11. Will have to improve if he hopes to be a starter one day.
LB - Jim Fenlon (65 OVR): 6/10
30 Appearances - 2 Goals and 1 Assist
He made a push for Richards' starting spot at the middle of the season but failed to impress during his chances. He's been a squad player since League 2 and doesn't look like changing that any time soon.
CDM - Sam Hird (62 OVR): 7/10
42 Appearances - 2 Goals and 2 Assists
Signed from Chesterfield at the beginning of the season. Played well above his overall until Morris took the starting CDM spot. Replaceable, but a very important player in the squad as he's the only natural CDM.
CM - Jake Nicholson (62 OVR): 6/10
44 Appearances - 2 Goals and 5 Assists
The ex-Tottenham youth promise just wants to play, doesn't care where on the field. Chavez has subbed him in at CDM, CM, RM, LM, LB, and the player has never complained. Pretty decent all around the pitch, but replaceable. Very low chances of being anything more than a squad player.
RM - Kevin Sainte-Luce (63 OVR): 4/10
42 Appearances - 2 Goals and 5 Assists
Possibly the most inconsistent player on the squad. He's a speedster, but that's about it. He also complained about his playing time frequently throughout the season. Not a team player, and as 1 of 2 non-UK players in the squad he will most likely depart in the next transfer window.
LM - Chris Arthur (63 OVR): 6/10
34 Appearances - 3 Assists
Not the most impressive player in the squad, but he gives it his all every time he's on the pitch. Replaceable, but not a candidate to leave the squad.
LM - Kyle Shelvey (63 OVR): 5/10
33 Appearances - 1 Goal and 4 Assists
The 17 year old was promoted from the youth academy at the beginning I the season but has failed to impress. A few consecutive injuries also kept him away from the pitch. He has been vocal all season about his unhappiness with his playing time this season despite being far from the best in the team. Will most likely be loaned out.
LW - Diego Ortiz (66 OVR): 7/10
39 Appearances - 3 Goals and 5 Assists
Has Potential To Be Special
The first player to be promoted from the youth academy has definitely impressed by his match performances but lacks the stamina to play consistently. He will need to work on his cardio at the club's gym if he plans to have a future at this club.
CAM - Mario Ruiz (65 OVR): 7/10
45 Appearances - 4 Assists
An Exciting Prospect
Another player from the youth academy. He and Ortiz are both from Mexico but both spent their youth careers with Wimbledon. A good player to have in midfield but like his compatriot lacks the stamina to keep up.
ST - Luke James (67 OVR): 7/10
13 Appearances - 8 Goals and 2 Assists
The player hasn't had many opportunities thus far but at only 21 years of age he will only improve. Just as long as he can avoid any more injuries.
ST - James Hanson (65 OVR): 6/10
28 Appearances - 12 Goals and 5 Assists
Signed from Bradford at the beginning of the season with the intent to compete with Gornell for the starting role. It looked like he would be the transfer flop of the season but he turned it around in January and became a dangerous sub for Wimbledon. The player lacks the technical ability to play alone up front, but pair him up with another striker and he'll keep the defenders on their toes. Literally on their toes, because this striker stands at a towering 6'4", not to mention incredible jumping power and strength.
ST - Jack Midson (60 OVR): 10/10
36 Appearances - 5 Goals and 2 Assists
The 32 year old veteran has lost his speed and agility, but continues to impress every time he's on the pitch. The perfect example of a team player, he was willing to play in midfield rather than his natural position in order to better the team. He agreed to a lower squad role in his contract and never complained about playing time. He's been the most important player for Wimbledon in their promotions from League 1 and 2, and this year he continued to be a very important player but mostly off the field, working with the clubs young players on a daily basis helping them in training. Irreplaceable.
CB - Luke Draper (54 OVR) - England
Very strong for his age, but a loan away from the club might do him well.
GK - Adam Cowie (57 OVR) - Scotland
Seb Brown's possible replacement?
CM - Matthew Saah (58 OVR) - England
Great ball control, long shots, curve, vision, and attacking position for his age, but needs to work on balancing his game out.
CAM - Shaun Vincent (69 OVR) - England
Showing Great Potential
Really looking forward to seeing this young player develop. He debuted as an extra-times sub in the FA Cup Final, but didn't show much. Not the best time to debut a player but Chavez must know what he's doing...
EDIT: Forgot to add one more player!
RB - Elliott Hewitt (68 OVR): 8/10
27 Appearances - 1 Goal and 5 Assists
One the best signings I've done. At first he played it safe and didn't venture too far upfield, but eventually his confidence went up and he became almost unstoppable with the ball creating several plays from the right flank. Reminds me of Barry Fuller, you can tell they've been working together at practice

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