Barry's height makes him a huge threat in the air and he ranked second of all forwards in Europe's major leagues (and top of anyone in La Liga) for aerial duel success in 2024-25, winning 66.7% of his 153 challenges (minimum 100 aerial duels).

Thierno Barry has posted a farewell to Villarreal and their fans ahead of completing his move to Everton. The striker is joining the Toffees for a fee of €32.5m, having been on Merseyside since Tuesday. Barry, who joined Villarreal a year ago from FC Basel for €14m, posted: "It has been an immense honour to have worn this shirt.

Thierno Barry is travelling to Merseyside as Everton look to complete a move for the Villarreal striker. Barry has been on holiday in Miami after his participation in the Under-21 European Championship with France, but has now been given permission to travel to England to undergo a medical.