Orlando Polendo '23 Recruiting Profile

Purpose: Seeking a contract with a professional football club or academy with a vested interest in supporting my career goals while benefiting from a meticulous and consistently developing talent.

I am currently training in an exclusive residency program with FC Schalke 04 for selected, dedicated, and focused footballers at the famed Knappenschmiede in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. Under professional conditions, the exposure prepares me for professional football and to become an impact player while increasing my effectiveness against elite global competition.

I am a systematic team player and capable footballer, which allows me to adapt to multiple playing styles. My work ethic, attitude, and mental focus set me apart from competitors, while exposure to various cultures benefits me as a professional. As a technical and proficient two-footed (ambipedal) player, I can adapt by leveraging my versatile skills to any area on the pitch, thereby creating more opportunities for an optimized team dynamic.

The following attributes are central to my success. I have excellent speed, agility, strength, and endurance. These qualities allow me to create space to receive or pass for scoring opportunities, while my technical skills enable me to dominate the 1v1 challenge. My creative vision provides a tactical approach that exposes the opposition's vulnerabilities during offense and defense.