While he isn’t pacey, Simons’ constant movement between the lines disorients defences and allows him to move into dangerous positions to either score or find his team-mates in space.
His close control and exceptional technique allows him to be an effective carrier of the ball as well, which is useful for PSV during counter-attacks or to find gaps against stubborn opposition.
Given his prodigious talents, it isn’t even a stretch to say that he’s the next big star for the Netherlands and therefore his development must be carefully handled in the coming years.
Simons’ abilities as a forward are unique and so, his next club must be able to facilitate not only his style of play but also help him take his talents to the next level. Either Arsenal or Manchester City would be the perfect next club for Simons to grow into an elite attacker.
Both sides offer coaches who would focus on his development and allow him the time to grow without the pressure to deliver straight away.
Another player who left his mark at the Qatar World Cup was Ghanian forward Mohammed Kudus.
The 22-year-old's performances, including a brace against South Korea in the group stages, were the highlight of a short-lived tournament for the Black Stars.
At club level, Kudus continues to shine at Ajax where he has lit up the Champions League with his goals.
In Europe's premier competition, Kudus has four goals and three assists in six appearances, delivering the goods against tough opposition in the form of Liverpool, Napoli and Rangers, averaging .
In the league, his return is less encouraging as Brian Brobbey is the preferred starter ahead of him, however, Kudus has five goals in just 582 minutes of Eredivisie action.
Kudus’ goals have come from an xG of 5.45, meaning his per 95 minute average sits at a whopping 0.89! In total across league and Champions League, Kudus has averaged 0.64 xG/95.
A versatile forward able to play across the front-line, it's clear he needs to play more.
Manchester United and Erik ten Hag are known admirers of Kudus but it is difficult to see him being a starter just yet, and his profile isn’t what the club need in their attack right now, but he would be a welcome addition nonetheless if a spot becomes available for him. He was close to joining Everton in the summer but a move did not materialise.
It is clear his talents are good enough for clubs in European competitions so it will be interesting to follow where he ends up going after Ajax.