Tajon Buchanan

Attacker #17
Age 27 years
Nationality Canada
Market Value €12.0M

Career

No transfer history

Tajon Buchanan serves as Villarreal’s Bronze Engine, bringing an elite pedigree of success to the squad. A decorated champion with eight major trophies to his name—including league titles in both Italy and Belgium—the Canadian wing-back offers a level of professional experience that stabilizes the dressing room while providing a high-octane presence on the pitch.

Throughout this campaign, Buchanan has proven to be a reliable SQUAD PLAYER, tallying 1,220 minutes across 20 appearances. While he is currently going through a quiet spell and searching for his usual rhythm in the final third, his underlying data highlights a specific threat. His Shooting dimension of 73 is his standout attribute, marking him as a transition threat who isn't afraid to let fly when he finds space. Despite his current dip in form, his tactical discipline ensures he remains a vital component of the team’s tactical structure.

Valued at €9M with a rising market trend, Buchanan represents a savvy investment for a side competing across multiple fronts. His Intensity on the flank and ability to handle the Stakes of top-tier football make him more than just a rotation option. As he maintains a consistent level of physical output, his role remains crucial for balancing the team's offensive transitions and defensive recovery runs.

Player Rating

Tajon Buchanan
Attacker
Villarreal's tireless bronze engine

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

Tajon Buchanan Traits

Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.

vs Attackers

Height 68%
Weight 17%
Experience 66%

vs La Liga

Height 52%
Weight 13%
Experience 61%

Traits

DECORATED CHAMPION

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 63 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 29 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 28 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 71 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 36 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 63
Shooting 29
Defense 28
Workrate 71
Passing 36
Key Strength 71 Workrate
Area to Watch 28 Defense

Match Stats

Recent appearances across all competitions

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
Sep 20, 2026 Villarreal 3-1 Levante La Liga 79' 6.5 0 0 55 Estadio de la Ceramica
Sep 17, 2026 Malaga 1-3 Villarreal La Liga 90' 7.2 0 0 86 Estadio La Rosaleda
Sep 14, 2026 Villarreal 1-2 Real Betis La Liga 55' 6.7 0 0 62 Estadio de la Ceramica
Sep 08, 2026 Borussia Dortmund 3-2 Villarreal UEFA Champions League 75' 7.2 0 0 87 Signal Iduna Park
Sep 05, 2026 Villarreal 2-3 Deportivo La Coruna La Liga 28' 6.1 0 0 74 Estadio de la Ceramica
Aug 28, 2026 Alaves 1-0 Villarreal La Liga 63' 6.3 0 0 45 Estadio Mendizorrotza
Aug 23, 2026 Atletico Madrid 2-2 Villarreal La Liga 27' 7.0 0 0 100 Metropolitano Stadium
Aug 16, 2026 Racing Santander 2-2 Villarreal La Liga 34' 6.2 0 0 46 Estadio El Sardinero
Jul 04, 2026 Canada 0-3 Morocco World Cup 87' 5.9 0 0 56 NRG Stadium
Jun 28, 2026 South Africa 0-1 Canada World Cup 75' 6.0 0 0 38 SoFi Stadium
Jun 24, 2026 Switzerland 2-1 Canada World Cup 75' 6.3 0 0 61 BC Place
Jun 18, 2026 Canada 6-0 Qatar World Cup 83' 7.9 0 0 98 BC Place
Jun 12, 2026 Canada 1-1 Bosnia & Herzegovina World Cup 61' 6.3 0 0 64 BMO Field
May 24, 2026 Villarreal 5-1 Atletico Madrid La Liga 0' - 0 0 84 Estadio de la Ceramica
May 17, 2026 Rayo Vallecano 2-0 Villarreal La Liga 45' 6.5 0 0 40 Campo de Futbol de Vallecas
May 13, 2026 Villarreal 2-3 Sevilla La Liga 33' 6.7 0 0 85 Estadio de la Ceramica
May 10, 2026 Mallorca 1-1 Villarreal La Liga 71' 6.5 0 0 51 Estadi Mallorca Son Moix
May 02, 2026 Villarreal 5-1 Levante La Liga 14' 7.7 1 0 91 Estadio de la Ceramica
Apr 23, 2026 Oviedo 1-1 Villarreal La Liga 45' 6.3 0 0 57 Estadio Nuevo Carlos Tartiere
Apr 12, 2026 Athletic Club 1-2 Villarreal La Liga 78' 6.6 0 0 68 San Mamés

Player Market Value

Track Tajon Buchanan's transfer value changes and career value history

Current Value €12.0M
Peak Value €12.0M (Q4'22)
€12.0M €6.0M €0
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