A. Thoumin operates as a forward for Villefranche, attacking space behind the defence and chasing runs beyond the line. He tests the space behind defenders. A. Thoumin works to create separation with well-timed checks and late bursts. Villefranche relies on his ability to pin centre-backs and threaten the channel. A. Thoumin links play with sharp one-touch layoffs. He presses high to force turnovers from the front and drive transitions. In Villefranche's system, A. Thoumin earns space for teammates and finishes moves when opportunities arise. Thoumin gets shots off quickly after turning.