15 out of my 18 main players (ignoring my 3 stooges) I acquired when they were 18/19 nordgens. 3 are ancient beasts that I buy for 1/2 season to top up my squad and let go at the end of a season. I never do scouts now unless I'm desperate. They just don't have the longevity. i.e My Captain, Cassourret is now 24, and I got him as an 18yr old with the S.A. This could be his last season since he just can't keep up anymore, but he would be a 'top player' in the scouts.