Santeri Volotinen · Football Scout & Market Analyst

Scouting and market analysis for smarter recruitment decisions.

International experience in youth and first-team scouting, combining live scouting with video and data analysis.

  • Live scouting and video analysis translated into structured player reports.
  • Evaluation of players within their tactical role, league level and market value.
  • Objective comparisons to build clear recruitment shortlists.

Santeri Volotinen Football Scout & Market Analyst

Scouting, video analysis and market research supporting squad planning and transfer decisions.

Current status

Live
AFC Ajax: Youth Scouting

Dec 2024 – Present Volunteer • Youth scouting

Santeri Volotinen
Scouting • Video • Data

Common problems in player recruitment

These are the blockers that slow down recruitment and increase risk in decision-making.

  • Too much noise, not enough structured evidence.
  • Shortlists built on highlights instead of tactical role fit.
  • Players evaluated without proper market context (league strength, role translation, price level).
  • Inconsistent scouting notes that make comparisons slow and unreliable.

Scouting services

Three scouting services with clear deliverables: reports, shortlists, and market mapping.

Player Scouting Report

A structured player report offering a complete evaluation of the player’s profile, potential and suitability for the role, with a clear recommendation supported by video clips and market context.
Best for: Clubs, agencies and analysts who need a clear evaluation of a specific player.
  • Player profile and role fit evaluation
  • Assessment of potential and tactical suitability
  • Video clips supporting key observations
  • Clear recommendation and next steps

Video + Data Screening

A shortlist built through video scouting and data filters, aligned with the required player profile and market realities.
Best for: Recruitment teams that need coverage across leagues without expanding their scouting staff.
  • Role profile + filtering criteria
  • Shortlist with comparable players
  • Notes for each candidate
  • Priority ranking + watchlist

Market Mapping

A structured overview of leagues, clubs and talent pools to identify realistic recruitment opportunities.
Best for: Clubs exploring new regions or preparing for a transfer window.
  • League and club landscape
  • Position-specific talent pools
  • Risks and constraints (eligibility, playing style, market)
  • Opportunity map + monitoring plan

Process

A simple sequence: profile, screen, evaluate, recommend.

Step 01

Profile

Define the player profile and key evaluation criteria (role, level, market context).

Output: Clear player profile and evaluation framework.

Step 02

Screen

Use video scouting and data to identify players who match the profile.

Output: Watchlist and initial scouting notes.

Step 03

Evaluate

Detailed scouting of priority players (video analysis, live scouting, and player comparisons).

Output: Shortlist and structured scouting reports.

Step 04

Recommend

Compare shortlisted players and summarize the key findings for decision-making.

Output: Final recommendation and recruitment priorities.

Need support with scouting or market analysis?

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