With FIFA 23’s release date approaching, many fans will be eager to experience all the changes and additions coming to the franchise. From an overhaul of FUT’s chemistry system to all the refreshing content being added to Career Mode, FIFA 23 is set to usher in a new era as EA Sports’ final FIFA game. The improvements to Career Mode are arguably the most exciting changes coming to the game, and as fans prepare to start a journey as a manager, they will wonder what players can excel on their teams.
FIFA’s Manager Career Mode gives players the opportunity to take control of a manager as they attempt to lift their team to new heights and glory. One of the most important aspects of a successful Career Mode is the transfers, especially the first transfer window as it can dictate how the team will grow and reflects the style of play that the player wants to incorporate. Because of this, many fans are wondering what players would be a perfect fit for their squad, either due to their low price point or their massive potential growth.
Goalkeepers
Goalkeepers are one of the most important members of a team, as a good player in this position can help a team to victory. In FIFA 23 there are many good goalkeepers that managers can buy for their team to bolster the defense while growing from season to season. A good young goalkeeper may be hard to find, but they are an important part of any team that is looking to achieve long-standing success in tournaments.
One of the best young goalkeepers that managers should keep an eye out for is Gavin Bazunu, the 20-year-old keeper of Southampton FC. With a starting rating of 70 and a low transfer price, Bazunu quickly grows into one of the most dominating goalkeepers with a potential of 86. For managers with a larger budget, Diogo Costa is a great choice, as he already starts with a decent rating of 79 and an overall potential of 89.
Defenders
Defenders protect the goalkeeper from incoming attacks by either tackling the ball or simply putting their body in the way of shots and crosses. Within the backline, center-backs are responsible for using their strength and intelligence to stop dangerous plays while wingbacks are also encouraged to join the attack and move up the field. So, having a good defensive line not only boosts the defensive capability of the team, but can also lead to devastating counterattacks.
Josko Gvardiol is one of the most exciting young center-backs in the game with a starting rating of 79 and a potential of 89, making him a viable player for any of the big teams. For managers looking for a good, young wingback, Rayan Ait Nouri from Wolverhampton is a great choice, boasting a 76 rating at the start of the game and an overall potential of 86. For managers with a lower transfer budget, the center-back Tanguy Nianzou and the right wingback Goncalo Esteves are great choices.
Midfielders
The Midfield line helps control the game and often dictates the attacking pattern while also falling back to further bolster the defense. As a result, these players require a lot of stamina and a good balance of attacking and defensive stats. While certain positions such as wide midfielders are more attack-minded, they will still often run back to help the defense whenever they can.
For managers seeking an attacking midfielder, Jamie Byone-Gittens of Dortmund is a great choice with a low starting rating of 66 but an overall potential rating of 85, making him a perfect option for lower budgets. As for more defensive-minded players, managers should look to Noah Mbamba who plays as a CDM with an overall rating of 68 and an overall potential of 87. For managers with higher budgets, players like Ryan Gravenberch from Bayern Munich and Ansu Fati from Barcelona are great choices with high starting ratings and even higher potential.
Attackers
Arguably the face of every team are the attackers, responsible for scoring goals and charging at the opposition defense. These players require great dribbling, shooting, awareness, and versatility that will allow them to get the goals needed to win a game. As a result, finding a great attacker is essential for the success of any team, and having enough backup is equally important to replace any injured players.
Youssoufa Moukoko is one of the most talented young attackers in the game with enormous growth potential. He starts with a slightly lower rating of 69 but can grow all the way up to 90, making him one of the most lethal cheap strikers at the start of the game. For managers with a higher budget, Joao Felix and Dusan Vlahovic are great options, both with a starting rating of 84 and a potential overall rating over 90.
All these players are great choices for managers in FIFA 23, and they can completely turn the fortunes of any team that is struggling. Managers with lower transfer budgets should look at these players for viable starters in their team, while those with higher budgets can bring these players in as prospects, allowing them to grow into top talents slowly. Career Mode in FIFA 23 is set to bring in a lot of exciting changes that could revolutionize a game mode that has been heavily criticized in recent titles.
FIFA 23 is scheduled to release on September 30, 2022, for PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.