Nicolas Pepe

Pepe's career hasn't fully come to fruition since his Arsenal days, but he extended his contract with Villarreal this summer and that faith is good enough. He finished 2024/25 with three goals and six assists, taking on a small role of set pieces that helped him to 38 shots and 33 chances created. He started six of the final seven matches last season, being used up top or on the wing, showing his ability to play where needed. While consistent starts may not be there, when in the starting XI, Pepe often produces in some way on the attacking end.