
Key strength: Link-up play
Target man
At 1.93m, Jørgen Strand Larsen cuts an imposing figure in Celta de Vigo's push for European qualification. The 26-year-old Norwegian centre-forward has become the attacking heartbeat of a side sitting 6th in La Liga, his 8 goals and 3 assists from 32 appearances powering the Galicians' resurgence. Larsen's recent contributions have been vital during Celta's DLWWD run, with his clinical finishing and aerial dominance proving the difference in tight contests. His 2,073 minutes this season underline his importance—an ever-present threat whose hold-up play creates space for creative teammates Williot Swedberg and Ferran Jutglà to exploit. With a €40m market value, Larsen has emerged as one of La Liga's most coveted striking talents. His 0.35 goal-per-game ratio in a demanding league marks him as a genuine difference-maker; the kind of traditional No. 9 who thrives under pressure. As Celta chase a return to European football, Larsen's imposing presence in the final third remains their most potent weapon.