The Ultimate Guide to Unleashing the Next Generation of Defensive Midfield Marvels in EA Sports FC 24 (EA FC Career Mode CDM Wonderkids)
Unleash the power of your team's midfield with the top-rated young defensive midfielders in EA Sports FC 24 Career Mode Discover the perfect players for lower-league, mid-table, and top-of-the-table teams Explore the best young talents for every position and dominate the game like never before
In recent years, there has been a resurgence in the prominence of traditional defensive midfielders, after a period when many top-flight managers had abandoned them. This trend can be observed not only in the real-world football scene but also in the virtual realm of EA Sports FC 24. These Career Mode CDMs possess the ability to disrupt opponents' play and initiate swift offensive moves to support the more imaginative players. Their significance is exemplified by the willingness of clubs to invest substantial sums to acquire their services, underscoring the pivotal role they play in the midfield.
Only players aged 25 or under at the start of the 23-24 season will be considered for this list.
The Best Career Mode Defensive Midfielders in EA Sports FC 24
Name | Age | Club | Value | Rating | Potential | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Eduardo Camavinga | 20 | Real Madrid | £48.6M | 82 | 89 | +7 |
Aurélien Tchouaméni | 23 | Real Madrid | £50.3M | 84 | 89 | +5 |
Sandro Tonali | 23 | Newcastle United | £72.2M | 86 | 89 | +3 |
Ismaël Bennacer | 25 | Milan | £46M | 84 | 88 | +4 |
Declan Rice | 24 | Arsenal | £54.2M | 85 | 87 | +2 |
Noah Lahmadi | 18 | Toulouse | £2M | 65 | 86 | +21 |
Stefan Bajcetic | 18 | Liverpool | £4.3M | 72 | 86 | +14 |
Romeo Lavia | 19 | Chelsea | £6M | 73 | 86 | +13 |
Samuele Ricci | 21 | Torino | £13.8M | 76 | 86 | +10 |
Manuel Ugarte | 22 | Paris Saint Germain | £31.4M | 81 | 86 | +5 |
Manuel Locatelli | 25 | Juventus | £33.1M | 82 | 86 | +4 |
Arthur Vermeeren | 18 | Antwerp | £4.3M | 72 | 85 | +13 |
Morten Hjulmand | 24 | Sporting CP | £18.9M | 77 | 85 | +8 |
Moises Caicedo | 21 | Chelsea | £25.4M | 80 | 85 | +5 |
Zubimendi | 24 | Real Sociedad | £24.9M | 80 | 85 | +5 |
Kobbi Mainoo | 18 | Manchester United | £1M | 62 | 84 | +22 |
Noah Mbamba | 18 | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | £1.3M | 64 | 84 | +20 |
Silvano Vos | 18 | Ajax | £1.4M | 65 | 84 | +19 |
Matteo Prati | 19 | Cagliari | £3.1M | 70 | 84 | +14 |
Benjamin Tahirović | 20 | Ajax | £3.1M | 70 | 84 | +14 |
The Best Young Defensive Midfielders for a Lower-League Team in EA Sports FC 24
When it comes to the top defensive midfielders in EA Sports FC 24's Career Mode, there are few who can match the skills of Noah Lahmadi. This talented player from FC Toulouse initially starts with a rating in the mid-sixties, but with sufficient game time and appropriate training, he can improve his rating by as much as 21 points. Moreover, given his affordable price of just a few million, it is a wise decision for players to secure his services.
The Best Young Defensive Midfielders for a Mid-Table Team in EA Sports FC 24
For those looking to start Career Mode with a Championship club or a mid-table top-flight side, Romeo Lavia and Stefan Bajcetic are the optimal choices for defensive midfielders. Both players possess the potential to reach an impressive 86 rating. In case these two options are not available, Arthur Vermeeren can be considered as a viable alternative. However, it should be noted that Vermeeren does not possess the same level of potential as Lavia and Bajcetic.
The Best Young Defensive Midfielders for a Top-of-the-Table Team in EA Sports FC 24
Eduardo Camavinga is an essential acquisition for players who have the financial means. However, for those on a tighter budget, both Manuel Ugarte and Manuel Locatelli possess all the necessary qualities to seamlessly fit into a championship-winning team. Nevertheless, when it comes to untapped potential, none can rival Camavinga. Therefore, players may wish to consider investing the additional funds in securing the best CDM in the game right from the outset.
The Best Young Players for Every Position in EA Sports FC 24 Career Mode
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EA Sports FC 24 is available now on PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.
