Statistics:
As stated, Rondon has shown he is capable of scoring goals wherever he goes. Since his switch to Russia he has managed just under a goal every other game, scoring 25 goals in 56 appearances for Rubin and 28 in 57 for Zenit. His 13 goals in 39 appearances at international level is far less impressive, but with better service it looks as though he would benefit.
He has an excellent conversion rate, with his fantastic record of 22.4% (via talkSPORT) last season the best in the Russian league. The pace and creativity in our side would unquestionably create an abundance of chances for him, and he has shown he has the quality to make the switch to the English top flight.
He would also seemingly fit in with the high-pressing game we so often implement. Playing for a team like Venezuela he is used to playing without the ball, and at the Copa America he has won back possession more times (7) in the final third than any other player in the group stages (via talkSPORT).
Strengths:
Rondon is a real jack of all trades, and excels in a number of areas offensively. He is a proven goalscorer, a fox in the box, and excellent on the ball. His main strength is obviously goalscoring, and goals from the front are something we lacked badly last season.
He also seemingly takes next to no time to adapt and settle in, as he has moved around so frequently in his career. This is hugely important in the Premier League, as it is well known that our league is unlike any other.