If you’re on the lookout for a central midfielder who can effectively manage the center of the field or drive forward to create scoring chances in EA FC 25, we have compiled a list of the best young midfielders with high potential for your Career Mode.
When building their team in Career Mode, players prioritize scouting for individuals who fit their tactical preferences, whether they’re developing youth academy talent or compiling a transfer target list.
Based on the insights from the EA FC database, we’ve identified the standout central midfielders in the game, categorized by their age (under 24), overall rating, potential, market value, and contract expiration within Career Mode.
Top Young Central Midfielders (CM)
| Name | Age | Overall Rating | Potential | Team | Contract | Value | Wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warren Zaire-Emery | 18 | 80 | 90 | PSG | 2022 ~2029 | €44.5M | €54K |
| Gavi | 19 | 83 | 90 | FC Barcelona | 2020~2026 | €70.5M | €100K |
| Pedri | 21 | 86 | 90 | FC Barcelona | 2020~2026 | €98.5M | €140K |
| Edward Camavinga | 21 | 83 | 90 | Real Madrid | 2021 ~ 2029 | €73.5M | €150K |
| Little Vitinha | 24 | 85 | 89 | PSG | 2022 ~ 2027 | €77M | €110K |
| Joao Neves | 19 | 79 | 88 | PSG | 2024 ~2029 | €38M | €55K |
| Fermin | 21 | 76 | 87 | FC Barcelona | 2023 ~ 2027 | €17M | €63K |
| Lucas Bergvall | 18 | 68 | 87 | Tottenham | 2024 ~2029 | €3M | €33K |
| Tygo Land | 18 | 64 | 86 | PSV | 2022 ~ 2029 | €1.9M | €6K |
| Lewis Miley | 18 | 72 | 86 | Newcastle United | 2023 ~2028 | €5.5M | €42K |
| Pablo Barrios | 21 | 76 | 86 | Atletico Madrid | 2022 ~ 2028 | €17M | €38K |
| Hugo Larsson | 20 | 74 | 86 | FC Bayern Munich | 2023 ~2028 | €10M | €22K |
| Javi Guerra | 21 | 75 | 86 | Valencia | 2021 ~ 2027 | €12.5M | €26K |
| Nico Rovella | 22 | 78 | 86 | Lazio | On loan from Juventus through 2025 | €31.5M | €83K |
| Enzo Fernandez | 23 | 82 | 86 | Chelsea | 2023 ~2032 | €43.5M | €115K |
| Matt O’Riley | 23 | 79 | 86 | Brighton | 2024 ~2029 | €35M | €77K |
Top Recommended Players
- Joao Neves
- Pablo Barrios
- Hugo Larsson
PSG has an abundance of talent in central midfield. Warren Zaire-Emery and Vitinha are exceptional players, while Fabian Ruiz typically fills the third midfield slot. PSG’s recent acquisition of Joao Neves during the summer transfer window could lead to him seeking more playing time elsewhere if his opportunities remain limited.
Pablo Barrios at Atletico Madrid finds himself in a similar predicament. The young midfielder is currently lower on the depth chart behind established players like Rodrigo De Paul, Connor Gallagher, and Koke, making him a feasible target for transfer.
Eintracht Frankfurt has had a phenomenal start to the season, largely thanks to their promising squad. One of those promising talents is Hugo Larsson, who may pursue a more ambitious project as early as January.
Top Young Central Defensive Midfielders (CDM)
| Name | Age | Overall Rating | Potential | Team | Contract | Value | Wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurelien Tchouameni | 24 | 85 | 90 | Real Madrid | 2022 ~ 2028 | €74.5M | €200K |
| Archie Gray | 18 | 73 | 87 | Tottenham | 2024 ~2030 | €6.5M | €38K |
| Arthur Vermeeren | 19 | 76 | 87 | RB Leipzig | On loan from Atletico Madrid | €15M | €33K |
| Kobbie Mainoo | 19 | 77 | 87 | Manchester United | 2022 ~2027 | €21.5M | €53K |
| Sandro Tonali | 24 | 85 | 87 | Newcastle United | 2023 ~2028 | €55.5M | €32K |
| Moses Fallen | 22 | 82 | 87 | Chelsea | 2023 ~2031 | €43M | €110K |
| Manuel Ugarte | 23 | 81 | 86 | Manchester United | 2024 ~2029 | €35.5M | €90K |
| Aleksander Pavlovic | 20 | 73 | 85 | Bayern Munich | 2023 ~2029 | €7M | €27K |
| Matthew Prati | 20 | 73 | 85 | Cagliari | 2023 ~2028 | €7M | €11K |
| Romeo Lavia | 20 | 75 | 85 | Chelsea | 2023 ~2030 | €11.5M | €58K |
| Stefan Bajcetic | 19 | 72 | 85 | Salzburg | On loan from Liverpool | €5.5M | €36K |
| Pape Matar Sarr | 21 | 79 | 85 | Tottenham | 2021 ~2030 | €26M | €67K |
| Adam Wharton | 20 | 78 | 85 | Crystal Palace | 2024 ~2029 | €26M | €53K |
| Nico Gonzalez | 22 | 78 | 85 | Harbor | 2023 ~2028 | €27M | €15K |
| Samuel | 22 | 77 | 85 | Turin | 2022 ~2026 | €22.5M | €37K |
Top Recommended Players
- Matthew Prati
- Nico Gonzalez
- Romeo Lavia
While there is a substantial pool of emerging central midfielders, the same cannot be said for central defensive midfielders. Many of the top talents have already signed long-term contracts with major European clubs, but a handful of prospects remain promising.
Matteo Prati has a potential rating of 85 and is available from a smaller Italian club for approximately €7M. Porto has historically produced numerous elite players who have subsequently moved to larger European teams; Nico Gonzalez may be the next to follow in their footsteps, also with 85 potential.
Chelsea has firmly established its midfield pairing with Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo. Although Romeo Lavia is likely to receive ample playing time, he might eventually seek a new challenge, making him an attractive target for any club.
Top Young Central Attacking Midfielders (CAM)
| Name | Age | Overall Rating | Potential | Team | Contract | Value | Wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jude Bellingham | 21 | 90 | 94 | Real Madrid | 2023 ~2029 | €174.5M | €280K |
| Jamal Musiala | 21 | 87 | 93 | Bayern Munich | 2020 ~2026 | €128M | €87K |
| Florian Wirtz | 21 | 88 | 92 | Bayer Leverkusen | 2020 ~2027 | €133.5M | €115K |
| Arda Guler | 19 | 78 | 90 | Real Madrid | 2023 ~2029 | €33.5M | €95K |
| Xavi Simons | 21 | 83 | 89 | RB Leipzig | On loan from PSG | €58.5M | €79K |
| Frank Mastantuono | 16 | 69 | 87 | River Plate | 2023 ~2026 | €3.5M | €7K |
| Assan Ouedraogo | 18 | 69 | 87 | RB Leipzig | 2024 ~2029 | €3.5M | €20K |
| Claudio Echeverri | 18 | 71 | 87 | River Plate | On loan from Man City | €4.8M | €48K |
| Wise Paez | 17 | 72 | 87 | Independent of the Valley | Joins Chelsea in 2025 | €5.5M | €500 |
| Oscar Gloukh | 20 | 76 | 87 | Salzburg | 2023 ~2027 | €16.5M | €15K |
| Bejan Gruda | 20 | 74 | 87 | Brighton | 2024 ~2028 | €10M | €47K |
| Fares Chaibi | 21 | 77 | 87 | FC Bayern Munich | 2023 ~2028 | €23.5M | €28K |
| Sancet | 24 | 82 | 87 | Athletic Club | 2017 ~2032 | €46M | €40K |
| Can Uzun | 18 | 72 | 86 | FC Bayern Munich | 2024 ~ 2029 | €5.5M | €18K |
| Swear Nypan | 17 | 66 | 86 | Rosenborg | 2022 ~2026 | €2.3M | €3K |
| Heorhii Sudakov | 21 | 77 | 86 | Shakhtar Donetsk | 2019 ~2028 | €23.5M | €850 |
| Bilal El Khannouss | 20 | 76 | 86 | Leicester City | 2024 ~2028 | €16.5M | €37K |
| Rodrigo Mora | 17 | 66 | 86 | Harbor | 2023 ~2027 | €2.3M | €6K |
Top Recommended Players
- Frank Mastantuono
- Oscar Gloukh
- Fares Chaibi
For approximately €3.5M, Career Mode players can secure a promising central attacking midfielder for the future. Franco Mastantuono, still just 16 years old with a rating of 69, will likely need to be loaned out for one or two seasons. However, his potential of 87 means he could soon be a starting eleven player for your team.
Surprisingly, no major European clubs showed interest in Oscar Gloukh during the recent summer transfer window. The agile playmaker is already rated 76 and possesses impressive potential that makes him a worthy investment.
Additionally, Eintracht Frankfurt’s Fares Chaibi has been pivotal in the club’s early-season success. Attracting him may be a challenge, but he is not likely to demand exorbitant fees if approached soon.
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