51 Football Manager 2017 Best Players of All Time

Andrew Kovacs

Football Manager 2017 is the latest installment in the long-running Football Manager series from Sports Interactive and Sega. Players are able to take control of any football team in the world and manage them like a real life manager.

From tactics and training, to transfers and club finances, FM17 puts you in the hot seat and allows you to experience the highs and lows of life as a football manager. With an improved match engine, enhanced graphics, and loads of new features, FM17 is the ultimate way to experience the beautiful game.

Table of Contents

1. Rúben Neves

Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C.

Rúben Neves Career

  • 2005–2014: Porto
  • 2012–2013: Padroense (loan)
  • 2014–2017: Porto
  • 2017: Wolverhampton Wanderers
  • 2012: Portugal U15
  • 2012–2013: Portugal U16
  • 2012–2014: Portugal U17
  • 2013: Portugal U18
  • 2014–2017: Portugal U21
  • 2016: Portugal U23
  • 2015: Portugal

Rúben Neves is a Portuguese midfielder who joined Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2017. Rúben Neves started his career at Porto before joining Wolverhampton Wanderers two years later.

Rúben Neves is known for his attacking play and was named the PFA Young Player of the Year for the 2017-18 season. 

Rúben Neves has represented Portugal at the youth level, including at the UEFA European Under-19 Championship and FIFA U20 World Cup tournaments in 2018, where he won a silver medal with the national side.

Despite being 25 years old, Rúben Neves still has plenty of potentials to develop and could become one of Europe's best midfielders in future seasons Born in Lisbon, Portugal on 8 January 1995, Rúben Neves started playing football at a young age. 

After impressing for both his club and country at youth levels, Neves made his senior debut with Portuguese side Porto in 2013.

He helped the team to consecutive league titles during the 2014–2017 season before moving onto Europe's top competition, UEFA Nations League campaign with Portugal. 

In 2019 he was named as winner of the UEFA European Under-21 Championship after leading his team to victory over Spain in the final match held at Mestalla Stadium Valencia. 

Following this success, he has been linked with moves away from Porto but it is rumored that Manchester United are amongst those interested in signing him up if he decides to leave Portugal’s Primeira Liga giants anytime soon.

Also Played For: wolverhampton wanderers f.c, portugal football team

2. Cameron Carter-Vickers

Celtic F.C.

Cameron Carter-Vickers Career

  • 2009: Catholic United
  • 2009–2016: Tottenham Hotspur
  • 2016–2022: Tottenham Hotspur
  • 2017–2018:  Sheffield United (loan)
  • 2018:  Ipswich Town (loan)
  • 2018–2019:  Swansea City (loan)
  • 2019–2020:  Stoke City (loan)
  • 2020:  Luton Town (loan)
  • 2020–2021:  AFC Bournemouth (loan)
  • 2021–2022: Celtic (loan)
  • 2022: Celtic
  • 2014: United States U18
  • 2014–2017: United States U20
  • 2014–2019: United States U23
  • 2017: United States
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of January 7, 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of November 29, 2022

Cameron Carter-Vickers is a 25 year old center back who currently plays for Celtic. Carter-Vickers started playing football at the age of six with Catholic United and went on to make over 100 appearances for them before signing for Tottenham Hotspur in 2009.

During his time at Spurs, Carter-Vickers made 23 appearances in all competitions and helped the club win the FA Youth Cup in 2012 as well as reaching the semi finals of both UEFA Champions League and Europa League during his tenure there. 

In 2016, Carter-Vickers moved to Scottish giants Celtic where he has since established himself as an important part of their defense, making 28 league appearances so far this season while also picking up 3 cups (Scottish Premiership, Scottish Cup, European Supercup).

Having impressed domestically and abroad throughout his career thus far, Cameron Robert Carter-Vickers looks set to continue representing England at the international level going forward.

Also Played For: scottish premier league, united states best soccer players

3. Dimitar Berbatov

Forward

Dimitar Berbatov Career

  • 1991–1998: Pirin Blagoevgrad
  • 1998: CSKA Sofia
  • 1998–2001: CSKA Sofia
  • 2001: Bayer Leverkusen II
  • 2001–2006: Bayer Leverkusen
  • 2006–2008: Tottenham Hotspur
  • 2008–2012: Manchester United
  • 2012–2014: Fulham
  • 2014–2015: Monaco
  • 2015–2016: PAOK
  • 2017–2018: Kerala Blasters
  • 1999: Bulgaria U18
  • 1999–2000: Bulgaria U21
  • 1999–2010: Bulgaria
  • 2021: Etar (assistant)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Dimitar Berbatov is a striker who has played for several teams in his career. He started out with Pirin Blagoevgrad, before moving to CSKA Sofia in 1998.

In 2001, he moved to Manchester United and went on to score over 100 goals for the club. After leaving Manchester United in 2007, he had spells at Fulham and Tottenham Hotspur before returning to Bulgaria and joining Litex Lovech in 2015.

Dimitar Berbatov was named Bulgarian Footballer of the Year six times between 2002 and 2012, as well as being voted European Golden Boot recipient twice (in 2006 and 2008). 

He represented Bulgaria at Euro 2004 where they reached the quarter-finals but were knocked out by eventual winners France; also playing at the 2010 World Cup which they exited after losing their opening game against Algeria 1–0.

Also Played For: spurs premier league, tottenham

4. Martín Cáceres

Defender

Martín Cáceres Career

  • 2006–2007: Defensor
  • 2007–2008: Villarreal
  • 2007–2008:  Recreativo (loan)
  • 2008–2011: Barcelona
  • 2009–2010:  Juventus (loan)
  • 2010–2011:  Sevilla (loan)
  • 2011–2012: Sevilla
  • 2012:  Juventus (loan)
  • 2012–2016: Juventus
  • 2017: Southampton
  • 2017–2018: Hellas Verona
  • 2018–2019: Lazio
  • 2019:  Juventus (loan)
  • 2019–2021: Fiorentina
  • 2021–2022: Cagliari
  • 2022: Levante
  • 2022–: LA Galaxy
  • 2006–2007: Uruguay U20
  • 2007–: Uruguay

Cáceres began his professional career at Defensor in 2006 where he played 26 games and made four appearances. He then moved to Villarreal in 2007 but didn't make an appearance for the La Liga side.

Cáceres joined Barcelona on a loan deal in 2008, making 13 appearances before returning to Villarreal later that year. In 2011, he signed with LA Galaxy and has since been a key member of their defense helping them win two MLS Cups (2013, 2015).

Martín Cáceres started his career with Uruguayan club Peñarol. He joined Juventus in 2009, and went on to make over 100 appearances for the club before joining Sevilla in 2011. In 2012, he moved to Spain's neighbours Juve again on a season-long loan deal.

After returning to Turin, Cáceres helped Juventus win their fourth consecutive Serie A title and two Italian Cups during the 2013-14 campaign. 

On 29 July 2014, it was announced that he had signed for English side Southampton on a four-year contract worth £10 million (€12 million).

At the end of the 2017–18 season, Martín Caceres left Southampton after one year at the club due to reported differences with then manager Mauricio Pellegrino The following January 2019. 

He agreed terms with newly promoted Serie A side Hellas Verona and made his debut against Benevento on 28 January 2019 scoring once within three minutes of play On 6 February 2019.

It was announced that Martín Caperes had signed a new long-term contract extension until 2023 with Hellas Verona which will keep him at the club until June 2021 9 Finally,on 1 December 2018he came off bench as part of an 88th minute substitution as Lazio defeated Fiorentina 3–1.

Also Played For: la galaxy

5. Maicon

Brazil national football team

Maicon Career

  • 1995: Grêmio
  • 1999–2000: Criciúma
  • 2000–2001: Cruzeiro
  • 2000–2004: Cruzeiro
  • 2004–2006: Monaco
  • 2006–2012: Inter Milan
  • 2012–2013: Manchester City
  • 2013–2016: Roma
  • 2017: Avaí
  • 2019: Criciúma
  • 2020: Villa Nova
  • 2021: Sona
  • 2021: Tre Penne
  • 2001: Brazil U20
  • 2003–2014: Brazil

Maicon is a right-back and winger-back who has played for Inter Milan, Monaco and Cruzeiro in his career. Maicon was born in 1981 and started playing football at the age of 10 for Grêmio.

He joined Monaco in 2004, where he made 58 appearances before moving to Inter Milan in 2006. Maicon won the La Liga title with Barcelona in 2009 but left four years later to join Inter Milan again.

In 2012, he moved on loan to Atlético Madrid before returning to Italy with AS Roma the following year; he retired from professional football at the end of the 2015/16 season having played 177 games over eight seasons. 

Maicon is a Brazilian defender who has represented his country at international level on numerous occasions, most notably in the FIFA Confederations Cup and Copa América.

Maicon started his career with Corinthians before moving to Manchester City in England in 2012. He would stay there for nine seasons, helping the club win two Premier League titles and making over 150 appearances overall. 

In 2017, Maicon moved to Avaií where he played for one season before joining Criciúma of Brazil's São Paulo state later that year. He remained with them until 2019 when he retired from professional football altogether at age 35 years old due to injury concerns.

Outside of playing professionally, Maicon also works as a pundit for Fox Sports Brasil and occasionally makes guest appearances for other Brazilian sides including Flamengo and Palmeiras during their promotional campaigns overseas respectively.

Also Played For: 2010 fifa world cup

6. Jérôme Onguéné

FC Red Bull Salzburg

Jérôme Onguéné Career

  • 2009–2011: AS Illzach Modenheim
  • 2011–2013: Sochaux
  • 2015–2017: Sochaux
  • 2017–2018: VfB Stuttgart
  • 2017–2018: Red Bull Salzburg (loan)
  • 2017–2018: FC Liefering (loan)
  • 2018–2022: Red Bull Salzburg
  • 2021: Genoa (loan)
  • 2022: Eintracht Frankfurt
  • 2023: Red Bull Salzburg (loan)
  • 2012–2013: France U16
  • 2013: France U17
  • 2014–2015: France U18
  • 2015–2016: France U19
  • 2016–2017: France U20
  • 2018: Cameroon

Jérôme Onguéné is a Cameroonian defender who currently plays for Red Bull Salzburg on loan from Eintracht Frankfurt. 

Onguené has made 45 appearances for Sochaux since joining the club in 2015 and he was also part of VfB Stuttgart's squad during their 2017–2018 campaign but didn't make any appearances.

Jérôme Onguéné is an attacking full back who likes to get forward and support his team mates with some strong runs down the flank. He is very composed on the ball, making him difficult to beat one-on-one. 

The 25-year-old defender has represented Cameroon at youth level, winning two African Youth Championships titles in 2013 and 2015 respectively as well as six caps so far senior level including three qualifiers for Africa Cup of Nations tournaments (Cameroon failed to qualify for this year's tournament).

Jérôme Onguené will be looking to help Red Bull Salzburg win silverware when they compete in next season's Austrian Bundesliga alongside champions Austria Vienna, runners up Rapid Wien, Admira Wacker Mödling and SV Mattersburg amongst others.

Also Played For: fc red bull salzburg, cameroon

7. Zakaria Labyad

AFC Ajax

Zakaria Labyad Career

  • USV Elinkwijk
  • 2004–2009 : PSV
  • Years: Team
  • 2010–2012: PSV
  • 2012–2016: Sporting CP
  • 2014–2015:  Vitesse (loan)
  • 2016:  Fulham (loan)
  • 2017–2018: FC Utrecht
  • 2018–2022: Ajax
  • 2009: Netherlands U17
  • 2011–2012: Morocco U23
  • 2012 : Morocco
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:29, 13 December 2021 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 10

Zakaria Labyad is an attacking midfielder who joined Utrecht in 2017. He started his youth career with USV Elinkwijk, before joining PSV in 2009. Zakaria made his senior debut for PSV in 2012 and has since played for AZ, FC Twente, Feyenoord Rotterdam, Vitesse Arnhem and Utrecht.

Labyad was part of the Netherlands under-21 team that qualified for the 2014 FIFA World Cup but failed to make an appearance at the tournament itself due to injury. 

In 2017 he joined FC Utrecht on a two-year contract and helped them reach the Eredivisie playoffs where they were eventually eliminated by Ajax Amsterdam in penalties after a 2–2 aggregate draw Zakaria Labyad is a Moroccan international footballer who currently plays for Ajax.

He made his professional debut with PSV in 2010 and has since played for Sporting CP, Vitesse, Fulham, and FC Utrecht. Zakaria Labyad was born on October 3rd, 1995 in the city of Casablanca. 

Zakaria Labyad started playing football at an early age with local club Raja Casablanca before moving to Dutch side PSV Eindhoven in 2009 where he would make over 100 appearances between U-17s and U23s levels before making his senior debut in 2012. 

In December 2016, it was announced that Zakaria had signed a three year contract with Portuguese giants Sporting CP after impressing during a loan spell at Vitesse earlier that season scoring 11 goals in 45 appearances including.

Europa League matches against Atlético Madrid and Villarreal CF respectively; however, following Sporting's relegation from the Primeira Liga Rabbia rescinded the player's contract two months later as they looked to rebuild their team around younger players such as Adrien Silva and Bruno Fernandes rather than older ones like Labyad (who was 24 years old).

After leaving Portugal, Zakarias moved back to Holland this time signing for reigning Eredivisie champions Ajax ahead of the 2017/2018 season.

Where he again found himself competing for first-team minutes alongside talismanic forwards wijnaldum & De Bruyne amongst others but still managed 43 league appearances scoring 14 goals.

Enough to be named 2018/2019 Pro Soccer Player of The Year by Voetbal International magazine having also been nominated for both MVP awards as well as Goal of The Year accolades which went to teammate De Bruyne’s goal against Feyenoord Rotterdam on April 27th 2019.

Also Played For: fifa 2013

8. Serdar Aziz

Defender

Serdar Aziz Career

  • 2000–2010: Bursaspor
  • 2007–2008:  Merinosspor (loan)
  • 2008–2016: Bursaspor
  • 2016–2019: Galatasaray
  • 2019–: Fenerbahçe
  • 2006: Turkey U16
  • 2006–2007: Turkey U17
  • 2007–2008: Turkey U18
  • 2007–2009: Turkey U19
  • 2010: Turkey U20
  • 2009–2012: Turkey U21
  • 2014–: Turkey
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19 November 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 8 October 2021

Serdar Aziz is a centre back who currently plays for Turkish side Fenerbahçe. He started his career at hometown club Bursaspor before joining fellow Turkish giants Galatasaray in 2007.

In 2008, he spent time on loan with Merinosspor and impressed sufficiently to sign for the latter permanently that year. Serdar made his international debut in 2012 and has since represented Turkey at U-21 level as well as the full national team.

Aziz started his senior career at Bursaspor and went on to make 137 appearances for the club. He then moved to Galatasaray, where he made 42 appearances in 2016-19. In 2019, Aziz joined Fenerbahçe after spending a year on loan with them from Galatasaray.

The defender has represented Turkey at U16, U17, U18 and U19 level before making his international debut in 2006 at the age of 18 years old. 

Aziz is known for his consistent performances both domestically and internationally which have seen him win several awards including Best Defender twice (2015-16 & 2018-19).

Also Played For: fenerbahçe s.k

9. Reece Oxford

Defender

Reece Oxford Career

  • 2011: Tottenham Hotspur[4]
  • 2011–2014: West Ham United
  • 2014–2019: West Ham United
  • 2017: → Reading (loan)
  • 2017: → Borussia Mönchengladbach (loan)
  • 2018: → Borussia Mönchengladbach (loan)
  • 2019: → FC Augsburg (loan)
  • 2019–: FC Augsburg
  • 2013: England U16
  • 2014–2015: England U17
  • 2016: England U18
  • 2015–2017: England U19
  • 2016–2017: England U20
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16:46, 9 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 27 March 2018 (UTC)

Reece Oxford is a 24-year old centre back who currently plays for FC Augsburg in the German Bundesliga. He was born in Edmonton, London and started his career with Tottenham Hotspur before moving to West Ham United in 2011.

In 2014 he signed for Augsburg and has since made over 60 appearances for the club. Oxford represented England at Under-17, U18, U19, U21 levels before making his full international debut against Bulgaria on 11 November 2016.

Reece Oxford is a talented young footballer who has played for several top-flight clubs. He made his debut for West Ham United in 2014 and continued to play for the club until 2019. In 2017, he joined Reading on loan and helped them win promotion to the Premier League.

He then spent two seasons with Borussia Mönchengladbach before joining FC Augsburg on a season-long loan in 2019. Oxford has also represented England at U18, U19, and U20 levels over the course of his career thus far. 

The 21-year old is likely to continue playing football professionally for some time yet to come as he has shown great promise both domestically and internationally.

Also Played For: fc augsburg

10. Amadou Diawara

Amadou Diawara Career

  • 2010–2012: Syli Authentic
  • 2012–2014: FC Séquence
  • 2014–2015: San Marino
  • 2015–2016: Bologna
  • 2016–2019: Napoli
  • 2019–2022: Roma
  • 2022–: Anderlecht
  • 2018–: Guinea
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 December 2021, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 27 September 2022

Amadou Diawara was born in Conakry, Guinea on July 17th 1997. He started his career with Syli Authentic before joining Anderlecht in 2015. Amadou is a defensive midfielder and has made 18 appearances for the Belgian club so far this season.

His international debut came against Cameroon in November of 2016, and he has since played 3 more matches for Guinean national team including their most recent appearance at the 2018 World Cup Qualifier against Mali which they lost 2-1 after extra time.

Amadou Diawara was born on 17 March 1992 in the Senegalese town of Saly. 

Diawara started his career at hometown club, Saly FC, before moving to Italy and joining Serie B side Bologna in 2009. After two seasons with Bologna, he moved abroad for the first time and joined Napoli in 2011.

He spent six seasons with the Partenopei before joining Roma ahead of the 2019-20 season. Diawara has represented Senegal at international level since making his debut in 2014 and has made 28 appearances for them so far (including three goals). 

He is also a regular member of their national team squad for African Cup of Nations tournaments and World Cup qualifiers.

Amadou Diawara retired from professional football as a result of injury after 79 games played over nine years - including 49 matches for Napoli, 34 for Roma and 15 for San Marino - which totals 198 apps across all levels.

Also Played For: belgian pro league, football manager 2018

11. Niklas Süle

Germany national football team

Niklas Süle Career

  • 2004–2006: Rot-Weiß Walldorf
  • 2006–2009: Eintracht Frankfurt
  • 2009–2010: SV Darmstadt 98
  • 2010–2013: 1899 Hoffenheim
  • 2012–2013: 1899 Hoffenheim II
  • 2013–2017: 1899 Hoffenheim
  • 2017–2022: Bayern Munich
  • 2022–: Borussia Dortmund
  • 2010–2011: Germany U16
  • 2011–2012: Germany U17
  • 2012–2013: Germany U18
  • 2013: Germany U19
  • 2014–2016: Germany U21
  • 2016: Germany U23
  • 2016: Germany

Niklas Süle is a German professional footballer who currently plays for Borussia Dortmund. Süle made his Bundesliga debut with 1899 Hoffenheim in 2012, and has since played for several other clubs in Germany's top division.

He was part of the Germany squad that won the World Cup in 2014, and also appeared at Euro 2016. In 2018 he joined Borussia Dortmund on a four-year deal worth €12 million (£10m).

A versatile defender, Süle can play either as a centre-back or as a defensive midfielder when needed. He has been described as "one of the most promising young defenders in Europe" by former Bayern Munich manager Jupp Heynckes.

Süle was born to Ghanaian parents, but represents Germany at international level. Niklas Süle is a midfielder who currently plays for Bayern Munich. 

He has represented Germany at various youth levels and was part of their victorious Confederations Cup squad in 2017. 

Niklas Süle started his career with Bayer 04 Leverkusen before moving to Bayern Munich in 2016. He is known for his powerful play on the ball and technical ability.

Which have seen him praised by both fans and critics alike. In addition to playing for Bayern Munich, Niklas Süle has also had spells with Hoffenheim and Borussia Dortmund during his time as a professional footballer.

While he may not be a household name like some of his international counterparts, he is still an important member of several teams across Europe.

Also Played For: bundesliga, tsg 1899 hoffenheim

12. Andrés Cubas

Andrés Cubas Career

  • Boca Juniors
  • 2014–2018: Boca Juniors
  • 2017: Pescara (loan)
  • 2017–2018: Defensa y Justicia (loan)
  • 2018–2020: Talleres
  • 2020–2022: Nîmes
  • 2022: Vancouver Whitecaps
  • 2015: Argentina U20
  • 2019: Paraguay
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16 October 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 31 August 2022

Andrés Cubas is a 26-year-old midfielder who currently plays for Vancouver Whitecaps. He was born in Argentina and started his career at Argentinos Juniors.

Cubas made his senior debut for Vancouver Whitecaps in 2016. He is known for his strong passing and dribbling skills. He is a key player for Vancouver in their quest for a first championship.

Cubas is also a member of the Argentina national team. He has been a part of the team at various youth levels. He is a fast, creative player who is known to make important contributions to his team's success.

Cubas is a hard-working player who is always looking to improve his game. Andrés Cubas started his senior career with Boca Juniors in 2014. He made 28 appearances for the club during his time there, scoring zero goals.

Cubas joined Pescara on loan in 2017, and scored one goal in eleven appearances. He then moved to Defensa y Justicia on loan in 2018, and scored 21 goals in 38 appearances. Cubas signed with Vancouver Whitecaps in 2020, and made 18 appearances for the club.

He has also made 12 appearances for Paraguay since his international debut in 2015. Cubas is currently with Talleres, and is expected to stay with them until the end of the season. 

Cubas has played 38 times for Paraguay and scored two goals. Cubas is a very talented player with a great future ahead of him.

Also Played For: paraguay national football team, vancouver whitecaps fc

13. Afonso Sousa

Afonso Sousa Career

  • 2008–2009: Beira-Mar
  • 2009–2010: Porto
  • 2010–2012: Beira-Mar
  • 2012–2013: Gafanha
  • 2013–2019: Porto
  • 2019–2020: Porto B
  • 2020–2022: Belenenses SAD
  • 2022–: Lech Poznań
  • 2022: Lech Poznań II
  • 2015: Portugal U15
  • 2016: Portugal U16
  • 2016–2017: Portugal U17
  • 2018: Portugal U18
  • 2018–2019: Portugal U19
  • 2019: Portugal U20
  • 2021–: Portugal U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:05, 13 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21

Afonso Sousa is a Portuguese central midfielder who currently plays for Lech Poznań. Sousa started his career with Beira-Mar before moving to Porto in 2010.

In 2012, Sousa joined Beira-Mar's divisional rivals Gafanha. Sousa made his professional debut for Gafanha in a 2-1 away victory over Académica de Coimbra on 21 August 2013.

Sousa signed a two-year contract with Lech Poznań in July 2015. Sousa made his debut for Lech Poznań in a 1-1 draw against Legia Warsaw on 26 July 2015. Sousa has represented Portugal at various youth levels.

Afonso Sousa started his senior career at Porto, where he has played for the last six seasons. He has made 21 appearances for Porto B and 62 for Belenenses SAD, scoring 3 goals. He has also played for Lech Poznań, scoring 1 goal in 12 appearances.

He has represented Portugal at U16, U17, and U18 levels, and has made 4 appearances for the U19 team. He has been called up for the Portugal U20 team, and is currently playing for them.

Also Played For: ekstraklasa

14. Lukman Haruna

Midfielder

Lukman Haruna Career

  • 2007–2009: Monaco
  • 2009–2011: Monaco
  • 2011–2017: Dynamo Kyiv
  • 2015:  Hoverla Uzhhorod (loan)
  • 2015:  Anzhi Makhachkala (loan)
  • 2016:  Astana (loan)
  • 2018: Palanga
  • 2019: Tataouine
  • 2019–2020: Ararat Yerevan
  • 2007: Nigeria U17
  • 2009: Nigeria U20
  • 2008–2016: Nigeria
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20 August 2020, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 14 December 2016

Lukman Haruna is a Nigerian international midfielder who has played for Monaco and Chelsea. Haruna made his senior debut for Monaco in 2007, and played for the club until 2009.

He then moved to Chelsea, where he made over 100 appearances before joining Al-Jazira. Haruna has earned three caps for Nigeria and played in their Africa Cup of Nations victory in 2013.

He is currently with Al-Jazira. Haruna is a very fast and creative midfielder who is known for his passing ability. He is a key player for Al-Jazira, and is expected to help the club qualify for the Champions League.

Haruna is a big fan of Manchester United and has been quoted as saying that he would like to play for the club one day. 

Haruna is a very hard worker and is always looking to improve his game. Lukman Haruna is a versatile player who can play as a left-back, left midfield or as a striker.

Haruna made his professional debut with Monaco in 2009 and has since played for Dynamo Kyiv, Astana and Palanga. 

He has represented Nigeria at international level and scored two goals. Haruna is a very hard-working player and is always looking to contribute to his team's success. 

He is a very popular player among his teammates and is always willing to give his all for the club.

Haruna is a very good team player and is often relied upon by his team to provide them with crucial goals and assists. 

He is a very versatile player and can play in a number of positions on the pitch. Haruna is a very hard-working player and is always looking to improve his skills and abilities. He is a very popular player with the fans and is always looking to give his all for the club.

Also Played For: fc astana

15. Timo Horn

Goalkeeper

Timo Horn Career

  • 1999–2002: SC Rondorf
  • 2002–2010: 1. FC Köln
  • 2010–2012: 1. FC Köln II
  • 2012–: 1. FC Köln
  • 2007–2008: Germany U15
  • 2008–2009: Germany U16
  • 2009–2010: Germany U17
  • 2010–2011: Germany U18
  • 2011–2012: Germany U19
  • 2012–2013: Germany U20
  • 2013–2015: Germany U21
  • 2016: Germany U23

Timo Horn is a goalkeeper for 1. FC Köln and was born on May 12, 1993 in Cologne, Germany. Horn made his professional debut in 2010 with 1. FC Köln's reserves, and went on to start 29 games for the first team over the next two seasons.

Horn became 1. FC Köln's number one goalkeeper in the 2013–14 season, and has since played in over 100 games for the club. 

Horn was part of the Germany U19 team that won the UEFA U19 Championship in 2011, and was also named the tournament's best goalkeeper.

Horn has been capped at under-21 level by Germany, and was also part of the team that reached the final of the 2015 UEFA European Under-21 Championship. Horn has announced his retirement from professional football, effective at the end of the 2018–19 season.

Horn is married and has two children. Timo Horn is a goalkeeper for 1. FC Köln and was born on May 12, 1993 in Cologne, Germany. Horn made his professional debut in 2010 with. 

FC Köln's reserves, and went on to start 29 games for the first team over the next two seasons.

Timo Horn is a goalkeeper for 1. FC Köln. He was born on May 12, 1993 in Cologne, Germany. Horn made his professional debut in 2010 with.

FC Köln's reserves, and went on to start 29 games for the first team over the next two seasons. In the 2013-14 season, Horn became 1. FC Köln's number one goalkeeper.

Horn was part of the Germany U19 team that won the UEFA U19 Championship in 2011, and was also named the tournament's best goalkeeper. 

Horn has been capped at under-21 level by Germany, and was also part of the team that reached the final of the 2015 UEFA European Under-21 Championship. Horn has announced his retirement from professional football, effective at the end of the 2018-19 season.

Also Played For: fc koln

16. Diafra Sakho

Forward

Diafra Sakho Career

  • 2006–2007: Génération Foot
  • 2007–2009: Metz
  • 2009–2014: Metz
  • 2012: → Boulogne (loan)
  • 2014–2018: West Ham United
  • 2018–2020: Rennes
  • 2018–2019: → Bursaspor (loan)
  • 2020: Neuchâtel Xamax
  • 2021–2022: Arta/Solar7
  • 2022–: Nancy
  • 2014–2019: Senegal
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15:34, 23 December 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 28 June 2018 (UTC)

Diafra Sakho is a Senegalese international footballer who plays for Nancy. Sakho started his career at Génération Foot before moving to Lille in France in 2009.

Sakho made his Hammers' debut in 2011 and went on to make over 130 appearances for the club. Sakho scored 23 goals in all competitions for Hammers in his time at the club.

Sakho was signed by Nancy in January 2017. Sakho has represented Senegal at international level and was part of the squad that won the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations. Sakho is a powerful and physical striker who is known for his goal scoring ability.

Sakho is a fast and powerful striker who can hold the ball up well. Sakho is a hardworking and determined striker who is always looking to score goals. 

Diafra Sakho is a Senegalese professional footballer who plays as a striker for English club West Ham United and the Senegalese national team.

Diafra Sakho was born on 17 January 1990 in Senegal. Diafra Sakho started his career with French club Metz in 2007. 

He made 114 appearances for the club before joining English side West Ham United in 2014. Diafra Sakho has scored 18 goals for West Ham United and has also scored twice for the Senegal national team.

Diafra Sakho is a quick and powerful striker who is known for his goalscoring ability. Diafra Sakho is a key player for West Ham United and is one of the club's main attacking threats. 

Diafra Sakho is contracted to West Ham United until 2020. Diafra Sakho has also been loaned out to Bursaspor and Neuchâtel Xamax in recent years.

Diafra Sakho is a talented and exciting footballer who is expected to play a major role for West Ham United in the future.

Also Played For: fc metz

17. José Gomes

Portimonense S.C.

José Gomes Career

  • 2012–2018: Benfica
  • 2016–2021: Benfica B
  • 2016–2021: Benfica
  • 2019–2020: → Portimonense (loan)
  • 2020: → Lechia Gdańsk (loan)
  • 2021: Cherno More
  • 2022: Seregno
  • 2022–: CFR Cluj
  • 2023–: → Universitatea Cluj (loan)
  • 2013: Portugal U15
  • 2013–2014: Portugal U16
  • 2014–2016: Portugal U17
  • 2016–2018: Portugal U19
  • 2017–2019: Portugal U20

José Gomes is a Guinean-born footballer who currently plays for Romanian side Universitatea Cluj on loan from Romanian side CFR Cluj. José Gomes made his debut for Benfica in 2016, and has since played for Benfica B, Benfica, Portimonense, and Lechia Gdańsk.

José Gomes is a striker who is known for his speed and dribbling ability. José Gomes is a young player with a lot of potential, and he will be looking to continue impressing in the future. 

José Gomes is a talented player who is currently developing his skills at the highest level possible.

José Gomes is a young, up-and-coming striker who is well worth watching. José Gomes is a fast, skillful player who is sure to make an impact in the near future. 

José Gomes is a Portuguese football player who currently plays for LigaPro side Universitatea Cluj. José Gomes has previously played for Portugal at Under-19 and Under-17 levels.

José Gomes scored three goals in three appearances for Portugal at UEFA European Under-19 Championship in 2018. José Gomes is also a regular for Portugal's Under-20 side. 

José Gomes is a creative player who can play in any attacking midfield role. José Gomes is contracted to Universitatea Cluj until 2020. José Gomes is a versatile player who can also be used as a central defender.

José Gomes is a product of Benfica's youth system. José Gomes is considered one of Portugal's brightest young talents.

Also Played For: football manager 2016

18. Timothy Fosu-Mensah

Bayer 04 Leverkusen

Timothy Fosu-Mensah Career

  • 2005–2006: Zeeburgia
  • 2006–2014: Ajax
  • 2014–2016: Manchester United
  • 2016–2021: Manchester United
  • 2017–2018: → Crystal Palace (loan)
  • 2018–2019: → Fulham (loan)
  • 2021–: Bayer Leverkusen
  • 2013: Netherlands U15
  • 2013–2014: Netherlands U16
  • 2014–2015: Netherlands U17
  • 2015–2017: Netherlands U19
  • 2016: Netherlands U21
  • 2017–: Netherlands
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 12 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 26 March 2018 (UTC)

Timothy Fosu-Mensah was born on January 2, 1998 in Amsterdam, Netherlands. He started his career at Ajax before joining Bayer Leverkusen in the German Bundesliga in January 2018.

He has represented his country at various youth levels, including the Netherlands U17, U19, and U21 teams. Fosu-Mensah is a versatile defender who can also play as a midfielder. 

He made his Bundesliga debut for Bayer Leverkusen on February 9, 2018 in a 2-1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt.

Fosu-Mensah has been a regular in the Leverkusen starting eleven, and he has helped the club reach the DFB-Pokal Final in 2018. 

He is considered to be one of the rising stars of German football. Timothy Fosu-Mensah is a Dutch citizen, and he has represented the Netherlands at various youth levels.

He is considered to be one of the most promising young defenders in Europe.

Also Played For: bayer 04 leverkusen

19. Tin Jedvaj

Croatia national football team

Tin Jedvaj Career

  • 2002–2005: NK Zagreb
  • 2005–2013: Dinamo Zagreb
  • 2013: Dinamo Zagreb
  • 2013–2015: Roma
  • 2014–2015: → Bayer Leverkusen (loan)
  • 2015–2021: Bayer Leverkusen
  • 2019–2020: → Augsburg (loan)
  • 2021–: Lokomotiv Moscow
  • 2022–: → Al Ain (loan)
  • 2010: Croatia U15
  • 2011: Croatia U16
  • 2011: Croatia U17
  • 2012: Croatia U18
  • 2012–2013: Croatia U19
  • 2013–2016: Croatia U21
  • 2014–: Croatia

Tin Jedvaj is a Croatian defender who currently plays for Al Ain in the UAE. He started his career with NK Zagreb and then spent time at Dinamo Zagreb before joining Bayer Leverkusen on a loan in 2015.

Jedvaj made his debut for Bayer Leverkusen in 2015 and has steadily established himself in their first team over the past two seasons. He is contracted to Bayer Leverkusen until 2021 and is expected to be a key player for them in the coming years.

Jedvaj is a versatile defender who can play at either centre-back or full-back and is capable of playing in a number of different positions. 

He is a hard-working defender who is always looking to put in a solid performance for his team. Jedvaj is a versatile defender who can play in a number of different positions.

He is a hard-working defender who is always looking to put in a solid performance for his team. Jedvaj is a versatile defender who can play in a number of different positions and is expected to be a key player for Bayer Leverkusen over the next few years.

20. Max Meyer

Germany national football team

Max Meyer Career

  • 2000–2002: FC Sardegna Oberhausen
  • 2002–2004: Rot-Weiß Oberhausen
  • 2004–2009: MSV Duisburg
  • 2009–2012: Schalke 04
  • 2013: Schalke 04 II
  • 2013–2018: Schalke 04
  • 2018–2021: Crystal Palace
  • 2021: 1. FC Köln
  • 2021–2022: Fenerbahçe
  • 2022: Midtjylland (loan)
  • 2022: FC Luzern
  • 2009: Germany U15
  • 2010–2011: Germany U16
  • 2011–2012: Germany U17
  • 2013–2015: Germany U19
  • 2014–2017: Germany U21
  • 2016: Germany Olympic
  • 2014–2016: Germany

Maximilian Meyer is a German footballer who currently plays for Swiss club FC Luzern. Meyer started his career with FC Sardegna Oberhausen before moving to Rot-Weiß Oberhausen and then MSV Duisburg.

Meyer made his Schalke 04 debut in 2013 and has since played for the club's II team. Meyer has been capped at youth level for Germany, and has represented his country at various international tournaments.

Meyer is a versatile midfielder who is capable of playing in both midfield and attack. Meyer is a hard worker who is known for his energy and determination on the pitch. Meyer is contracted to FC Luzern until 2020.

Max Meyer has been a regular for Schalke 04 since making his debut in 2013. Meyer has represented Germany at U17 and U21 level, and is a key player for the Schalke 04 first team. Meyer has been involved in Germany's successful run at the UEFA U17 Championship.

Meyer is a quick, creative midfielder who can score goals, and is expected to feature prominently for Schalke 04 in the coming seasons. Meyer is a powerful and hard-working midfielder who is capable of making an impact on the pitch. 

Meyer is a talented footballer who has a bright future ahead of him, and is expected to continue making an impact for Schalke 04 in the coming seasons.

Meyer is a versatile midfielder who can play in a number of positions, and is expected to be a key player for Schalke 04 in the coming seasons. 

Meyer is a talented midfielder who is capable of making an impact on the pitch, and is expected to feature prominently for Schalke 04 in the coming seasons.

Also Played For: fc schalke 04

21. Thiago Maia

Clube de Regatas do Flamengo

Thiago Maia Career

  • 2010–2011: São Caetano
  • 2011–2015: Santos
  • 2014–2017: Santos
  • 2017–2022: Lille
  • 2020–2021: Flamengo (loan)
  • 2022: Flamengo
  • 2013–2014: Brazil U17
  • 2015: Brazil U20
  • 2016–2019: Brazil U23

Thiago Maia is a Brazilian midfielder who currently plays for Flamengo. Maia started his career with Santos before joining Santo Andre in 2015. He played for Brazil U23s in 2016.

Maia is a versatile midfielder who can play in either defensive or attacking positions. He is expected to be a key player for Flamengo this season. Maia is a young player with a lot of potential who is still developing.

He is a hard worker who is always looking for the opportunity to score. Maia is a promising midfielder with a bright future. Thiago Maia is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a central defender for Santos. 

Thiago Maia has played for Brazil at various youth levels, most notably at the Olympic games where he helped the team win the bronze medal.

Thiago Maia joined Santos in 2014 and has since made over 100 appearances for the club. Thiago Maia has also spent time on loan at Flamengo, and is currently contracted to the club until 2022. 

Thiago Maia is a versatile defender, who is known for his strong tackling and ability to read the game. Thiago Maia is likely to feature for Brazil at the World Cup in Russia this year.

Thiago Maia is a popular player with the Santos fans, and has been praised for his defensive performances. Thiago Maia is also a keen footballer, who has played for Brazil at various youth levels.

Also Played For: santos fc

22. Filippo Melegoni

Delfino Pescara 1936

Filippo Melegoni Career

  • 2016–2022: Atalanta
  • 2018–2020: Pescara (loan)
  • 2020–2022: Genoa (loan)
  • 2022: Genoa
  • 2022: Standard Liège (loan)
  • 2014: Italy U15
  • 2014: Italy U16
  • 2014–2016: Italy U17
  • 2016–2018: Italy U19
  • 2018–2019: Italy U20
  • 2020: Italy U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18:59, 4 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 19

Filippo Melegoni is a 23-year-old Italian midfielder who currently plays for Standard Liège on loan from Genoa. Melegoni started his career at Atalanta, before moving to Genoa in 2018.

Melegoni is known for his strong defensive play and is a regular for the Italy U21 side. Melegoni is likely to feature for Standard Liège in the Belgian Pro League this season. 

Melegoni is a product of the Atalanta youth system and is likely to be a long-term player for the club.

Melegoni is a versatile player who can play as a central midfielder or as a defensive midfielder. Melegoni is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. 

Melegoni is a versatile player who can play as a central midfielder or as a defensive midfielder. Melegoni is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game.

Also Played For: standard liege

23. Diogo Queirós

Royal Excel Mouscron

Diogo Queirós Career

  • 2007–2010: Leixões
  • 2010–2019: Porto
  • 2017–2020: Porto B
  • 2019–2020: → Mouscron (loan)
  • 2020–: Famalicão
  • 2021–2022: → Valladolid (loan)
  • 2015: Portugal U16
  • 2015–2016: Portugal U17
  • 2016–2018: Portugal U19
  • 2017–2019: Portugal U20
  • 2019–2021: Portugal U21

Diogo Queirós is a Portuguese centre-back who currently plays for Famalicão. He started his career with Leixões before moving to Porto in 2017. Queirós made his senior debut for Porto in the 2020–21 season.

He has also played for Valladolid on loan. Queirós is a regular for Portugal at youth level. He is considered one of the most promising young defenders in Europe. Queirós is a hard-working player who is not afraid of tackles.

He is a team player who is good at reading the game. Queirós is expected to be a key player for Portugal at the 2020 European Championship. Diogo Queirós is a Portuguese footballer who plays as a midfielder for Portuguese club Porto.

He has represented Portugal at U21 level, winning the UEFA European U19 Championship in 2018. 

Queirós has played for Portuguese clubs Porto and Vitória, before joining Portuguese Premier League club Benfica in January 2019. Queirós has made 10 appearances for Portugal's U20 team, scoring one goal.

Queirós is a creative midfielder who likes to get on the scoresheet, and has been tipped to become a star of Portuguese football. He is a hard-working player who is always looking to help his team win, and is expected to feature for Portugal at the 2022 World Cup.

24. Léo Jabá

PAOK FC

Léo Jabá Career

  • 2009–2016: Corinthians
  • 2016–2017: Corinthians
  • 2017–2018: Akhmat
  • 2018–2022: PAOK
  • 2021: → Vasco da Gama (loan)
  • 2023–: São Bernardo
  • 2016–2017: Brazil U20
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 8 December 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 11 February 2017

Léo Jabá is a Brazilian winger who currently plays for São Bernardo. He is a product of the youth system of São Paulo FC and made his senior debut in the 2018 Campeonato Paulista.

Jabá has represented Brazil at under-17, under-20, and under-23 levels. He was part of the Brazil side that won the Copa America Centenario in 2017. Jabá is a fast, skillful winger who is capable of running at defenders and creating chances for teammates.

Jabá is considered to be one of the most promising young players in Brazilian football and is likely to be a mainstay of São Bernardo's squad for years to come. 

Jabá is a regular for Brazil's youth sides and is expected to make his senior international debut in the near future.

Jabá began his career at Corinthians, where he made over 100 appearances in the team’s midfield. 

Jabá made a move to Akhmat in the summer of 2017, and after a successful season with the club, he joined PAOK in 2018. Jabá has been a regular for Brazil’s U20 side, and has made 16 appearances for them.

Jabá is a hard-working midfielder, who is known for his accurate passing. Jabá is a versatile player, who can play anywhere in the midfield. 

Jabá is expected to be a key player for PAOK this season, and he is likely to help the club challenge for the Greek title. Jabá is a popular player with his team-mates, and he is known for his good attitude.

Jabá is a versatile player, who can play anywhere in the midfield. Jabá is a hard-working midfielder, who is known for his accurate passing.

25. Jorge Meré

1. FC Köln

Jorge Meré Career

  • 2005–2010: Oviedo
  • 2010–2014: Sporting Gijón
  • 2013–2015: Sporting Gijón B
  • 2015–2017: Sporting Gijón
  • 2017–2022: 1. FC Köln
  • 2022–: América
  • 2022: → Mazatlán (loan)
  • 2023–: → Cádiz (loan)
  • 2013–2014: Spain U17
  • 2014: Spain U18
  • 2014–2016: Spain U19
  • 2015–2019: Spain U21

Jorge Meré is a Spanish centre-back who currently plays for Cádiz on loan from América. Meré was born in Oviedo in 1997 and started his career with hometown club Oviedo.

He joined Sporting Gijón in 2010 and made his senior debut the following year. Meré spent the 2014–15 season on loan at América. He signed for Cádiz in 2016 and has played in all but one of their league games this season.

Meré has represented Spain at under-16, under-17, under-19, under-21, and under-23 level. He is a versatile defender who can play at centre-back or as a right-back. Meré is a hard-working player who is known for his excellent concentration.

He is also a set-piece taker and a strong header. Jorge Meré is a Spanish footballer who plays as a defender for 1. FC Köln. 

He made his senior debut for Sporting Gijón in 2013, before spending the next two years with 1. FC Köln. Meré represented Spain at youth level, winning the European U19 Championship in 2015.

He spent the majority of the 2018-19 season on loan at Mazatlán, appearing in six matches. Meré is contracted to 1. FC Köln until 2022. In the 2019-20 season, he has so far made three appearances for the club. 

Meré is a physically imposing defender, with good positional sense. He is a set-piece specialist, and has also been used as a central defender. Meré is seen as a long-term successor to Mats Hummels at 1. FC Köln.

26. Riechedly Bazoer

SBV Vitesse

Riechedly Bazoer Career

  • 2005–2006: USV Elinkwijk
  • 2006–2012: PSV
  • 2012–2013: Ajax
  • 2013–2017: Ajax
  • 2013–2014: Jong Ajax
  • 2017–2019: VfL Wolfsburg
  • 2018: Porto B (loan)
  • 2019: Utrecht (loan)
  • 2019–2022: Vitesse
  • 2022: AZ
  • 2011: Netherlands U15
  • 2011–2012: Netherlands U16
  • 2012: Netherlands U17
  • 2013–2015: Netherlands U19
  • 2015–2017: Netherlands U21
  • 2015: Netherlands
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15 May 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20:31, 16 November 2016 (UTC)

Bazoer started his professional career at PSV and made over 100 appearances for the club before moving to Ajax in 2013. After four seasons with Ajax, Bazoer joined AZ in January 2017.

He has been a regular in the AZ starting 11 and has helped the club reach the Dutch Cup final in 2018. Bazoer has represented the Netherlands at under-19, under-21, and senior level and has won a number of caps, including a call-up to the Dutch national team for the 2018 World Cup.

Bazoer is a versatile defender who can also play as a midfielder. He is known for his strong defensive play and good tackling. Bazoer is a versatile defender who can also play as a midfielder. 

He is known for his strong defensive play and good tackling. Bazoer is a product of the USV Elinkwijk youth system and made his professional debut for the club in 2005.

Bazoer was a regular for PSV during his time at the club and helped the team win the Eredivisie title in 2012. Bazoer joined Ajax in 2013 and made over 100 appearances for the club before moving to AZ in 2017. 

Bazoer has represented the Netherlands at under-19, under-21, and senior level and has won a number of caps, including a call-up to the Dutch national team for the 2018 World Cup.

Also Played For: jong ajax

27. Maximiliano Romero

Club Atlético Vélez Sarsfield

Maximiliano Romero Career

  • 2005–2015: Vélez Sarsfield
  • 2015–2017: Vélez Sarsfield
  • 2018–: PSV
  • 2018–: Jong PSV
  • 2019–2020: → Vélez Sarsfield (loan)
  • 2022–: → Racing Club (loan)
  • 2019: Argentina U20
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:13, 15 September 2022 (UTC)

Maximiliano Romero is a young forward who currently plays for Racing Club on loan from PSV. He was born on 9 January 1999 in Moreno, Buenos Aires, Argentina.

He is 1.79 metres tall and has played for Argentina at youth level. He joined PSV in 2016 and made his senior debut in the Eredivisie in 2017. He has since made several appearances for the Dutch club, including in the UEFA Europa League.

Romero is currently on loan at Racing Club and is likely to feature in the Copa Libertadores. He is a fast, strong player who is likely to cause problems for defenders. Maximiliano Romero is likely to be a star of the future and is already a valuable member of PSV.

He is a talented forward who is sure to cause problems for defenders wherever he plays. Maximiliano Romero is an Argentine footballer who plays as a defender for Vélez Sarsfield. 

He made his professional debut with Vélez Sarsfield in 2005 and has since played over 400 club appearances.

Romero has represented Argentina at youth level and was a part of the team that won the Copa America in 2017. He joined PSV in 2018 and has made 12 appearances for them in the Eredivisie. 

He joined Jong PSV on loan in 2019 and has made 19 appearances for them in the Dutch Eredivisie. Romero has also made one appearance for Racing Club on loan in the Argentine Primera Division.

He is considered a key player for Vélez Sarsfield and is expected to feature in their upcoming Copa Libertadores campaign. Romero is a versatile defender and can play at either left-back or centre-back. 

He is considered one of the most promising defenders in Argentina and is expected to have a long career in the game.

28. Fran Villalba

Birmingham City F.C.

Fran Villalba Career

  • 2011–2016: Valencia
  • 2015–2018: Valencia B
  • 2015–2019: Valencia
  • 2018–2019: → Numancia (loan)
  • 2019–2022: Birmingham City
  • 2020–2021: → Almería (loan)
  • 2021–2022: → Sporting Gijón (loan)
  • 2022–: Sporting Gijón
  • 2022–: → Málaga (loan)
  • 2014: Spain U16
  • 2014–2015: Spain U17
  • 2016: Spain U18
  • 2016: Spain U19
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:47, 18 February 2023 (UTC)

Villalba started his youth career at Valencia, before moving to Sporting Gijón in 2016. He made his senior debut for Málaga in a 2-1 La Liga victory over Deportivo Alavés in 2019.

Villalba has also represented Spain at under-19 and under-21 level. He is predominantly a midfielder, but can also be used as a defender. Villalba is a key player for Málaga on loan from Sporting Gijón.

Fran Villalba was born on the 8th of March, 1995 in Valencia, Spain. Fran Villalba started his senior career with Valencia in 2015. During his time at Valencia, Fran Villalba made 79 appearances, scoring 8 goals.

On the 1st of January, 2019, Fran Villalba moved to Numancia on a loan deal. In 2019, Fran Villalba made 39 appearances for Birmingham City. On the 1st of January, 2020, Fran Villalba moved to Almería on a loan deal.

In 2020, Fran Villalba made 46 appearances for Sporting Gijón. On the 1st of January, 2021, Fran Villalba moved to Málaga on a loan deal. Fran Villalba has made 2 appearances for Spain at U18, U19, and U20 levels.

29. Johannes Eggestein

SV Werder Bremen

Johannes Eggestein Career

  • 2013: TSV Havelse
  • 2013–2016: Werder Bremen
  • 2016–2018: Werder Bremen II
  • 2016–2021: Werder Bremen
  • 2020–2021: LASK (loan)
  • 2021–2022: Antwerp
  • 2022: FC St. Pauli
  • 2012–2013: Germany U15
  • 2013–2014: Germany U16
  • 2014–2015: Germany U17
  • 2016–2017: Germany U19
  • 2017–2018: Germany U20
  • 2017–2019: Germany U21

Johannes Eggestein is a German striker who currently plays for FC St. Pauli. Eggestein made his professional debut with Werder Bremen in 2016, and has since featured for the club's first team.

Eggestein has also spent time on loan at LASK. Eggestein has been a regular for Werder Bremen II, and is considered one of the club's key players. Eggestein has a good eye for goal, and is capable of scoring from any distance.

Eggestein is likely to feature for Werder Bremen in the upcoming season. Eggestein is a versatile striker, and is capable of playing as a centre forward or as a lone striker. Eggestein is a young player with a lot of potential, and is likely to continue developing at Werder Bremen.

Eggestein is a hard-working player, and is always looking to contribute to the team.

Also Played For: fc st. pauli

30. Jonathan Tah

Bayer 04 Leverkusen

Jonathan Tah Career

  • 2000–2009: Altona 93
  • 2009: SC Concordia
  • 2009–2014: Hamburger SV
  • 2013–2014: Hamburger SV II
  • 2013–2015: Hamburger SV
  • 2014–2015: → Fortuna Düsseldorf (loan)
  • 2015–: Bayer Leverkusen
  • 2011–2012: Germany U16
  • 2012–2013: Germany U17
  • 2014–2015: Germany U19
  • 2015–2019: Germany U21
  • 2016–: Germany

Jonathan Tah is a centre back who currently plays for Bayer Leverkusen. Tah made his senior debut for Hamburger SV in 2013 and stayed with the club until 2014.

Since then, he has played for HSV II (2014), SC Concordia (2014–2015), and Bayer Leverkusen (2015–present). Tah has represented Germany at youth level and has won several caps, including at the UEFA European Under-21 Championship in 2016.

Tah is a strong and physical centre back who is known for his good positional play. Tah is likely to be a long-term fixture in the Bayer Leverkusen starting lineup. 

Tah is a versatile midfielder who can play in a number of positions. He has spent most of his career playing for Hamburger SV, but has also spent time on loan at Fortuna Düsseldorf.

Tah has made 214 appearances for Bayer Leverkusen, scoring 8 goals. He has represented Germany at various levels, including Under-21s. Tah is a mainstay in the Hamburger SV side and is likely to continue to play for them for the foreseeable future.

Also Played For: germany

31. Thomas Buitink

SBV Vitesse

Thomas Buitink Career

  • Veensche Boys
  • 2010–2015: Vitesse
  • Years: Team
  • 2015–2020: Jong Vitesse
  • 2018–: Vitesse
  • 2021:  PEC Zwolle (loan)
  • 2023–:  Fortuna Sittard (loan)
  • 2014–2015: Netherlands U15
  • 2015–2016: Netherlands U16
  • 2016–2017 : Netherlands U17
  • 2017–2018: Netherlands U18
  • 2018: Netherlands U19
  • 2019: Netherlands U20
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:03, 9 December 2021 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 18

Thomas Buitink is a Dutch forward who currently plays for Fortuna Sittard on loan from Vitesse. Buitink made his professional debut in the Eredivisie for Vitesse in 2015, and has since made over 100 appearances for the club.

Buitink has also spent time on loan at Groningen and Feyenoord, and has represented Netherlands at youth level. Buitink is known for his speed and ability to score goals, and is a regular for the Netherlands U19 and U21 teams.

Thomas Buitink is likely to feature for Fortuna Sittard in the Dutch Eredivisie this season. Thomas Buitink started his senior career with Jong Vitesse. 

He played 62 league games for Vitesse in two seasons, scoring 16 goals. On loan, he played 9 games for PEC Zwolle.

He made his international debut for the Netherlands U20s in 2019. Thomas Buitink is a versatile player who can play as a striker or as a winger. 

He is contracted to PEC Zwolle until 2020. Thomas Buitink is a fast, hard-working player who is looking to continue his good form in the upcoming seasons.

32. Mattia Pitzalis

Cagliari Calcio

Mattia Pitzalis Career

  • Cagliari
  • 2017–2019: Cagliari
  • 2018–2019: → Olbia (loan)
  • 2019–2021: Olbia
  • 2021: → Turris (loan)
  • 2021–2022: Legnago
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 24 April 2022

Mattia Pitzalis is a defender who currently plays for Cagliari. Pitzalis made his professional debut in the 2016/17 season. Pitzalis has represented Italy at youth level.

Mattia Pitzalis is a left-footed defender. Pitzalis is considered one of the most promising defenders in Italy. Pitzalis is a hard-working defender who is known for his accurate passing.

Pitzalis is a versatile defender who is capable of playing at left-back and centre-back. Mattia Pitzalis is considered one of the most promising defenders in Italy. Pitzalis is a promising defender who is likely to become a star in the future.

Mattia Pitzalis is a talented midfielder who has been playing for Cagliari and Olbia in Italy's Serie A. He is 24 years old and has made 24 appearances for Olbia this season. Pitzalis is known for his intelligence on the pitch and has a good passing range.

He is also a good set piece taker. Pitzalis is contracted to Olbia until the summer of 2021. If he remains with the Serie A side, he will be a free agent in the summer of 2022. Pitzalis has been capped at under-21 level for Italy and has one international goal to his name.

Mattia Pitzalis is a versatile midfielder who can play in any midfield position. He is likely to be a first-choice midfielder for either his current club or a new team in the future. 

Mattia Pitzalis is a good player who is likely to improve even more in the future. He is a highly-rated prospect who has the potential to play at the top level in Europe.

33. Andrea Pinamonti

U.S. Sassuolo Calcio

Andrea Pinamonti Career

  • 2013: Chievo
  • 2013–2017: Inter Milan
  • 2016–2020: Inter Milan
  • 2018–2019: → Frosinone (loan)
  • 2019–2020: → Genoa (loan)
  • 2020: Genoa
  • 2020–: Inter Milan
  • 2021–2022: → Empoli (loan)
  • 2022–: → Sassuolo (loan)
  • 2014: Italy U15
  • 2014–2015: Italy U16
  • 2015–2016: Italy U17
  • 2016–2018: Italy U19
  • 2018–2019: Italy U20
  • 2019–2021: Italy U21
  • 2022–: Italy
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:56, 17 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 16 November 2022

Andrea Pinamonti is a 23-year-old Italian striker who currently plays for Sassuolo on loan from Inter Milan. Andrea Pinamonti began his career at Chievo in 2013 before joining Inter Milan the following year.

Andrea Pinamonti made his Serie A debut for Inter Milan in 2017 and has since scored 10 goals in 36 appearances. Andrea Pinamonti is a versatile forward who can play on either the left or right flank. Andrea Pinamonti is known for his quick feet and sharp shooting ability.

Andrea Pinamonti is expected to return to Inter Milan in the near future. Andrea Pinamonti is a devout Catholic and has been a supporter of Inter Milan since he was a child. 

Andrea Pinamonti is a member of the Italy national under-21 football team. Andrea Pinamonti is highly rated within the Italian footballing community and is considered one of the most promising young strikers in Europe.

Also Played For: u.s. sassuolo calcio, italy national football team

34. Álex Grimaldo

S.L. Benfica

Álex Grimaldo Career

  • 2006–2008: Valencia
  • 2008–2012: Barcelona
  • 2011–2015: Barcelona B
  • 2016: Benfica
  • 2011: Spain U16
  • 2011–2012: Spain U17
  • 2012–2014: Spain U19
  • 2013–2016: Spain U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 4 February 2023

Grimaldo was born in Valencia, Spain in 1995 and started playing football for local side CD Levante. He was scouted by Portuguese side Benfica at the age of 16 and signed a professional contract with them in 2016.

Grimaldo made his senior debut for Benfica in a Europa League qualifier against FC Astra Giurgiu in October 2016. 

He made his Primeira Liga debut for Benfica in a 1-1 draw against Sporting CP in May 2017. Grimaldo has made 27 appearances in the Primeira Liga for Benfica, scoring one goal.

Grimaldo has also made five appearances in the Europa League, scoring one goal. Grimaldo was part of the Spain national team that finished in fourth place at the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup. 

Grimaldo signed a new contract with Benfica in December 2018 which will keep him at the club until 2020.

Grimaldo is a left-back and is Benfica's third-choice option behind Filipe Luis and Danilo.

Also Played For: sl benfica, spanish fut

35. Facundo Colidio

Sint-Truidense V.V.

Facundo Colidio Career

  • 2013–2014: Atlético de Rafaela
  • 2014–2017: Boca Juniors
  • 2017–2019: Inter Milan
  • 2018–: Inter Milan
  • 2019–2021: → Sint-Truiden (loan)
  • 2022–: → Tigre (loan)
  • 2017: Argentina U17
  • 2018–2019: Argentina U20
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 24 July 2022

Facundo Colidio is a forward who currently plays for Tigre on loan from Inter Milan. He has made 11 appearances for the club so far this season. Colidio was born in Argentina in 2000 and started playing football at a young age.

He made his professional debut with Rafaela in 2016. Colidio has received international recognition for his performances with Argentina. He has won two caps for the country and was part of the team that won the gold medal at the Under-20 World Cup in 2017.

Colidio is a powerful and quick forward who is capable of scoring goals. He is a crucial player for Tigre this season and will be looking to help the team achieve promotion to the Argentine Serie A. Colidio is a versatile player who can play as a forward or on the left wing.

He is a good passer and has good dribbling skills. Colidio is a hard worker who is determined to succeed. He is a good team player who is willing to sacrifice himself for the benefit of the team. 

Colidio is a young player with a lot of potential. He is continuing to develop as a player and is expected to become a star in the Argentine football league.

Colidio is a popular player with the fans of Tigre. He is known for his passion, hard work and determination. He is a key player for the club and is expected to help them achieve their goals this season. 

Colidio is a talented and promising young player who is destined for great things. He has a bright future and is expected to play a major role in the Argentine football league.

36. Jeff Reine-Adelaide

France national under-21 football team

Jeff Reine-Adelaide Career

  • 2004–2006: Champigny FC 94
  • 2006–2010: Torcy
  • 2010–2015: Lens
  • 2015–2016: Arsenal
  • 2015: Lens II
  • 2016–2018: Arsenal
  • 2018: → Angers (loan)
  • 2018–2019: Angers
  • 2019–: Lyon
  • 2020–2021: → Nice (loan)
  • 2023–: → Troyes (loan)
  • 2014: France U16
  • 2014–2015: France U17
  • 2015–2016: France U18
  • 2016–2017: France U19
  • 2018: France U20
  • 2018–2020: France U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:59, 30 January 2023 (UTC)

Jeff Reine-Adelaide is a French midfielder who currently plays for Troyes on loan from Lyon. Reine-Adélaïde made his professional debut with Champigny-sur-Marne's senior team in 2004 at the age of 16.

In 2010, Reine-Adélaïde signed with Lens of Ligue 1. After two seasons with the club, he joined Torcy in 2013. Reine-Adélaïde made his Lyon debut in 2017 and has since appeared in over 50 league matches.

Reine-Adélaïde is a regular for the France U-20 national team. Reine-Adélaïde is a versatile midfielder who can play in several positions, but is most commonly seen as a defensive midfielder. 

Reine-Adélaïde is a fast and hard-working player who is good at making interceptions and breaking up plays.

Reine-Adélaïde is a product of the Lyon youth academy and is highly-rated within the club. Reine-Adélaïde is a talented player who is yet to reach his full potential.

37. Filippo Romagna

U.S. Sassuolo Calcio

Filippo Romagna Career

  • 2007–2011: Rimini
  • 2011–2016: Juventus
  • 2016–2017: Juventus
  • 2016–2017: → Novara (loan)
  • 2017: → Brescia (loan)
  • 2017–2020: Cagliari
  • 2019–2020: → Sassuolo (loan)
  • 2020–: Sassuolo
  • 2013–2014: Italy U17
  • 2015–2016: Italy U19
  • 2016–2017: Italy U20
  • 2017–2019: Italy U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 08:56, 1 April 2020 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 25 March 2019

Romagna was born in Fano, Italy on May 26th, 1997. He started his career at Rimini before moving to Juventus in 2011. He has since played for Sassuolo and is currently their centre back.

Romagna has represented Italy at under-17, under-19, and under-21 levels. He has made 36 appearances for Sassuolo in all competitions, scoring 1 goal. Romagna is highly regarded by Sassuolo fans who call him their "little captain".

Romagna is a hard-working and versatile centre back, and is hoped to continue his progress with Sassuolo in the 2017–18 season. 

Romagna is a popular figure within the Italian football community and is often mentioned as a possible successor to Gianluigi Buffon as Italy's number one goalkeeper.

Romagna is contracted to Sassuolo until 2021. Filippo Romagna is a defender who played for Juventus and Cagliari in the Italian Serie A. 

Romagna made his international debut for Italy in 2016 and has since played for the U21 team. He is a versatile defender who can play at left back or center back.

Romagna is a hardworking player who always gives his all on the pitch. He is a natural leader on the pitch and is very vocal in the dressing room. 

Romagna is a versatile defender who can play at left back or center back. He is a hardworking player who always gives his all on the pitch. Romagna is a natural leader on the pitch and is very vocal in the dressing room.

He has a good eye for goal and has scored a few times in his career.

38. Jeremiah St. Juste

Sporting CP

Jeremiah St. Juste Career

  • 2007–2015: Heerenveen
  • 2015–2017: Heerenveen
  • 2017–2019: Feyenoord
  • 2019–2022: Mainz 05
  • 2022: Sporting CP
  • 2013: Netherlands U18
  • 2014: Netherlands U19
  • 2015–2016: Netherlands U20
  • 2016–2018: Netherlands U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 09:40, 31 October 2022 (UTC)

Jeremiah St. Juste is a centre-back who currently plays for Sporting CP. He was born on 19 October 1996 in Groningen, Netherlands. He has played for various youth teams, including FC Groningen, Feyenoord Rotterdam, and PSV Eindhoven.

He made his professional debut in the Eredivisie for PSV Eindhoven in 2016. He was loaned out to Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga in 2018. He signed a permanent contract with Sporting CP in 2020. He has represented the Netherlands at various youth levels.

He is 1.86 metres tall and has a good aerial ability. He is known for his good positioning and defensive play. Jeremiah St. Juste is a French-born Dutch international footballer who currently plays for Sporting CP. 

The 25-year-old made his professional debut with Heerenveen in 2007, and has since amassed 64 league appearances and five goals.

He joined Feyenoord in 2017, and went on to make 38 league appearances and score five goals before moving to Mainz in 2019. St. Juste has made one appearance for the Netherlands U21 team, and has also represented his country at U18 and U19 levels. 

He is eligible to represent France, but has yet to make an appearance for them at senior level. The attacking midfielder is a regular for the Dutch national team, and has been called up for the 2018 World Cup and UEFA Euro 2020.

Jeremiah St. Juste is known for his creative and attacking play, and is a key player for Sporting CP.

Also Played For: sporting cp, liga portugal

39. Bingourou Kamara

RC Strasbourg Alsace

Bingourou Kamara Career

  • 2002–2008: Sainte-Geneviève
  • 2008–2012: Brétigny Foot
  • 2012–2014: Tours
  • 2014–2016: Tours B
  • 2014–2017: Tours
  • 2017–2022: Strasbourg
  • 2022: → Charleroi (loan)
  • 2018–2020: Strasbourg B
  • 2022–: Montpellier
  • 2015: France U19
  • 2015–2016: France U20
  • 2017: France U21
  • 2020–: Senegal
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 08:17, 14 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 06

Bingourou Kamara is a 26-year-old goalkeeper who currently plays for Montpellier. Kamara began his career at Sainte-Geneviève and spent four years there before signing with Brétigny Foot.

In 2012, Kamara signed with Tours and spent three seasons with them. Kamara made his international debut for France U19 in 2015. Kamara is a regular for the France national team and has played at the 2018 World Cup and the 2016 European Championships.

Kamara is a fast and agile goalkeeper who is known for his excellent reflexes. Kamara is a promising goalkeeper who is expected to have a long career in the footballing world. 

Kamara is a popular player with Montpellier fans and is considered to be one of the club's most important players. Kamara is a hard-working goalkeeper who is always looking to help his team win.

40. Philippe Mexès

France national football team

Philippe Mexès Career

  • 1987–1990: Toulouse-Mirail
  • 1990–1997: Toulouse
  • 1997–1999: Auxerre
  • 1999–2004: Auxerre
  • 2004–2011: Roma
  • 2011–2016: AC Milan
  • 1997–1998: France U16
  • 1998–2000: France U18
  • 2001–2002: France U21
  • 2002–2013: France

Philippe Mexès is a French international centre back who has played for Roma, AC Milan and Auxerre in his career. Mexès was born in 1982 in Toulouse, France and started his career with Toulouse-Mirail before joining Auxerre in 1997.

He made his Roma debut in 2004 and went on to play 183 games for the club, helping them to win the Serie A title in 2011. 

Mexès joined AC Milan in 2011 and played a key role in their efforts to win the Serie A and the Coppa Italia in his three years with the club.

He has been capped 39 times by France and was part of their squad at UEFA Euro 2012. Mexès joined Marseille in the summer of 2016 and played his first game for the club on 10 August 2016 in a 1-1 draw against Toulouse. He is currently contracted to Marseille until 2020.

Philippe Mexès is a solid, experienced defender and is a key part of Marseille's push for promotion to the Ligue 1 top-tier. He is often considered one of the best centre backs in Europe and is an important part of the team at Marseille.

Also Played For: as roma

41. Andre Dozzell

Ipswich Town F.C.

Andre Dozzell Career

  • 2008–2016: Ipswich Town
  • 2016–2021: Ipswich Town
  • 2021–: Queens Park Rangers
  • 2014–2015: England U16
  • 2015–2016: England U17
  • 2016–2017: England U18
  • 2017–2018: England U19
  • 2018–2019: England U20

Andre Dozzell is a 23-year-old English midfielder currently playing for Queens Park Rangers. Andre Dozzell started his career at Ipswich Town, where he made 81 appearances in two seasons.

Dozzell was signed by Queens Park Rangers in August 2016 and made his debut in the EFL Cup against Barnsley. Andre Dozzell has been a regular for QPR in the EFL Championship, making 22 appearances this season.

Andre Dozzell is known for his energy and creativity on the pitch. Andre Dozzell is considered a promising young midfielder with a bright future. Andre Dozzell is a member of the England U21s and has two caps to his name.

Andre Dozzell is contracted to QPR until 2021. Andre Dozzell is a very talented midfielder who is only getting better. 

Andre Dozzell is a talented young footballer who has represented England at youth level. Andre Dozzell is a versatile footballer who can play as a defender or midfielder.

Andre Dozzell is looking to continue his international career with England and is a key player for QPR. Andre Dozzell is a promising young footballer and is looking to make an impact at QPR this season. 

Andre Dozzell is a fast, attacking player who is capable of making an impact in the Premier League this season.

Andre Dozzell is a talented young footballer who is looking to develop his career at QPR. Andre Dozzell is a talented young footballer who is looking to make an impact for England at senior level. 

Andre Dozzell is a talented young footballer who is looking to make an impact for QPR this season.

Also Played For: queens park rangers f.c

42. Lorik Cana

Albania national football team

Lorik Cana Career

  • 1997–2000: FC Dardania Lausanne
  • 2000–2001: Paris Saint-Germain
  • 2000–2003: Paris Saint-Germain B
  • 2002–2005: Paris Saint-Germain
  • 2005–2009: Marseille
  • 2009–2010: Sunderland
  • 2010–2011: Galatasaray
  • 2011–2015: Lazio
  • 2015–2016: Nantes
  • 2003–2016: Albania
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Lorik Cana is a footballer who has played for a number of clubs, most notably Paris Saint-Germain and Nantes. He has been capped at international level by Albania and played in the 2006 World Cup.

Cana is an agile and hard-working central defender and midfield player. He joined Nantes from Paris Saint-Germain in the summer of 2015. He made his Ligue 1 debut for Nantes on 1 August 2015, in a 2-1 victory over Amiens.

Cana contributed to Nantes' successful defence of the Ligue 1 title in 2016. He signed for Portuguese side Braga on 31 August 2017. 

He made his Braga debut on 6 September 2017, in a 2-1 home win over Porto. Cana left Braga at the end of the 2017–18 season, after making just one appearance.

Lorik Cana is a talented and experienced defender who has played for some of the biggest clubs in Europe. Cana has experience playing in both the French and Albanian top leagues. 

He is a strong defender who is known for his aerial ability and tackling. Cana is a versatile defender who can play at both centre-back and full-back positions.

Cana is a hard-working player who is also known for his good passing ability. Cana is a key part of Lazio's defence and is often relied upon to provide leadership. Cana is a regular member of Albania's national team and has made over 93 appearances for his country. 

Cana is set to join Nantes in the summer of 2016 and is expected to make an impact in the Ligue 1 league.

Cana is a defender who is constantly looking to improve his game and is a potential long-term solution for any defence.

Also Played For: olympique de marseille

43. Kelechi Iheanacho

Leicester City F.C.

Kelechi Iheanacho Career

  • 2011–2014: Taye Academy
  • 2014–2015: Manchester City
  • 2015–2017: Manchester City
  • 2017: Leicester City
  • 2013–2015: Nigeria U17
  • 2015–2017: Nigeria U20
  • 2015: Nigeria

Kelechi Iheanacho is an exciting young forward who has already made a name for himself in the English Premier League. He started his career at the Taye Academy before moving to Manchester City in 2014.

Iheanacho made his debut for Leicester City in the Premier League in 2019. Kelechi Iheanacho is 26 years old and he is 1.85 meters tall. 

He is a forward and he currently plays for Leicester City. Kelechi Iheanacho is a Nigerian international and he has made 11 appearances for his country.

Kelechi Iheanacho is known for his speed and his ability to score goals. He has scored 14 goals in 101 appearances in the Premier League. 

Kelechi Iheanacho is a very versatile player and he can play as a forward or as a midfielder. Kelechi Iheanacho is a very popular player with the Leicester City fans.

He is known for his passion and his willingness to work hard for the team. Kelechi Iheanacho is looking to continue his good form and help Leicester City to win trophies in the future. 

Kelechi Iheanacho is a very promising young player and he is well worth watching in the future.

Also Played For: world cup nigeria, nigerian soccer

44. Robby McCrorie

Rangers F.C.

Robby McCrorie Career

  • 2013–2017: Rangers
  • 2015–: Rangers
  • 2017–2018: → Berwick Rangers (loan)
  • 2018–2019: → Greenock Morton (loan)
  • 2019–2020: → Queen of the South (loan)
  • 2020: → Livingston (loan)
  • 2020–2021: → Livingston (loan)
  • 2012: Scotland U15
  • 2012–2013: Scotland U16
  • 2013–2015: Scotland U17
  • 2015–2017: Scotland U19
  • 2018: Scotland U20
  • 2018–2020: Scotland U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:40, 12 April 2021 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 1 February 2020

McCrorie was born on March 18, 1998 in Dailly, Scotland. He started his career with Rangers, playing in one game in 2015. McCrorie has been a regular starter for Rangers since 2017.

McCrorie has represented Scotland at youth level. McCrorie is a goalkeeper and is considered one of the brightest young prospects in Scottish football. McCrorie is expected to be a mainstay in the Rangers goal next season.

McCrorie is a confident player who is known for his shot-stopping abilities. McCrorie is a devout Christian and has spoken about his faith numerous times. McCrorie is in the process of completing his degree in Business Administration.

Robby McCrorie is a versatile Scottish footballer who can play as a midfielder or as a forward. He started his career with Berwick Rangers, before moving to Greenock Morton in 2018. He made his Scotland debut in 2018, and has since represented the country at U21 level.

McCrorie is currently on loan at Queen of the South. He is a very fast player who can run down the wings or up front. McCrorie is a very good passer and has excellent vision. 

He is also a very strong player, and is capable of marking midfielders. McCrorie is a very good team player, and is often involved in the build-up play. He is a very good finisher, and is very good in the air.

45. Adalberto Peñaranda

K.A.S. Eupen

Adalberto Peñaranda Career

  • 2013–2015: Deportivo La Guaira
  • 2015–2016: Udinese
  • 2015–2016: Granada (loan)
  • 2016–2022: Watford
  • 2016: Granada (loan)
  • 2016: Udinese (loan)
  • 2017–2018: Málaga (loan)
  • 2019–2020: Eupen (loan)
  • 2020–2021: CSKA Sofia (loan)
  • 2021–2022: Las Palmas (loan)
  • 2022: Boavista
  • 2013: Venezuela U17
  • 2014–2017: Venezuela U20
  • 2016: Venezuela
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 29 May 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21:18, 27 January 2022 (UTC)

At just 25 years old, Adalberto Peñaranda is already a experienced player, having played for Deportivo La Guaira and Boavista in his career so far. His physical attributes – height and strength – make him an imposing striker or winger.

In 2017, he started to feature regularly for Boavista, and has since scored 10 goals in 27 appearances in all competitions. 

Peñaranda is a Venezuela international, having made his debut for the national team in 2018. He is a fast and powerful player, who can score goals with either foot.

With Boavista in the Portuguese First Division, Peñaranda is aiming to help the club return to the top flight. He is also a part of Venezuela's national team at youth level. 

Adalberto Peñaranda is a versatile player, who can play in any of the forward or attacking midfield positions. He is a hardworking player, who is always looking to help his team achieve their goals.

Also Played For: fifa u-20 world cup, venezuela national football team

46. Lorenzo Dickmann

S.P.A.L.

Lorenzo Dickmann Career

  • 2010–2014: Novara
  • 2014–2019: Novara
  • 2018–2019: → SPAL (loan)
  • 2019–: SPAL
  • 2019–2020: → Chievo (loan)
  • 2016: Italy U20
  • 2017–2018: Italy U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20 December 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 27 March 2018

Lorenzo Dickmann is currently a right-back for SPAL and has made over 60 appearances for the club since joining in 2017. Dickmann started his career with AC Milan, where he made over 100 appearances before moving to SPAL.

Dickmann is a versatile player who can also play as a central defender or winger. Dickmann has represented Italy at youth level and has also been called up to the senior team. 

Dickmann is a hard-working defender who is always looking to put in a good performance for his team.

Dickmann is a promising young player who is set to continue developing and becoming a key player for SPAL in the future. Lorenzo Dickmann is a good defender who is always looking to put in a good performance for his team. 

Lorenzo Dickmann is a highly rated midfielder who has been playing for Serie A club Novara for the past two seasons.

Dickmann has also played for the Italy U21 side and has been a regular for the side since making his debut in 2017. 

The midfielder has been a regular for the Italy U20 side and was part of the side that competed at the 2016 European Championships. Dickmann is a versatile player who can play in either midfield or defence and has a good passing range.

The midfielder is currently on loan at Serie A side SPAL and is looking to continue his development at the club. Dickmann is expected to feature prominently for Italy at the upcoming World Cup in Russia. 

Lorenzo Dickmann is a highly rated midfielder who has been playing for Serie A club Novara for the past two seasons. Dickmann has also played for the Italy U21 side and has been a regular for the side since making his debut in 2017.

The midfielder has been a regular for the Italy U20 side and was part of the side that competed at the 2016 European Championships. 

Lorenzo Dickmann is a versatile player who can play in either midfield or defence and has a good passing range. 

The midfielder is currently on loan at Serie A side SPAL and is looking to continue his development at the club. Lorenzo Dickmann is expected to feature prominently for Italy at the upcoming World Cup in Russia.

47. David Pizarro

Chile national football team

David Pizarro Career

  • Santiago Wanderers
  • 1997–1998: Santiago Wanderers
  • 1999–2005: Udinese
  • 2001: Universidad de Chile (loan)
  • 2005–2006: Inter Milan
  • 2006–2012: Roma
  • 2012: Manchester City (loan)
  • 2012–2015: Fiorentina
  • 2015–2016: Santiago Wanderers
  • 2017–2018: Universidad de Chile
  • 1995: Chile U17
  • 1999: Chile U20
  • 2000: Chile U23
  • 2001: Chile B
  • 1999–2015: Chile

David Pizarro is a Chilean footballer who plays for Universidad de Chile. David Pizarro started his career with Santiago Wanderers before moving to Udinese and then Inter Milan.

David Pizarro has played for Universidad de Chile since 2012. David Pizarro is a midfielder and is known for his powerful and accurate shooting. David Pizarro has represented Chile at international level on multiple occasions.

David Pizarro is a popular and respected player in the Chilean football community. David Pizarro is a hard-working player who is always looking to improve his game. David Pizarro is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions.

David Pizarro is a highly-rated player in the Chilean football community and is considered one of the best midfielders in the world.

Also Played For: chile national football team

48. Atakan Akkaynak

Çaykur Rizespor

Atakan Akkaynak Career

  • 2018: Bayer Leverkusen
  • 2018–2020: Willem II
  • 2019–2020: → Çaykur Rizespor (loan)
  • 2020–2021: Çaykur Rizespor
  • 2020–2021: → Türkgücü München (loan)
  • 2021–: Çorum FK
  • 2014–2015: Germany U16
  • 2015–2016: Germany U17
  • 2017: Germany U18
  • 2017–2018: Germany U19
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 7 January 2023

Akkaynak began his career with Bayer Leverkusen, before joining Çorum FK in 2018. Akkaynak is a versatile midfielder who can play in a number of positions.

Akkaynak is a key player for Çorum FK, and has made a number of important contributions this season. Akkaynak is expected to continue playing for Çorum FK for many years to come.

Akkaynak is a promising young midfielder who is sure to develop further in the future. Atakan Akkaynak is a Turkish footballer who plays for Çaykur Rizespor in the Turkish Süper Lig.

Akkaynak has also played for Germany's U19 team. Akkaynak was born in Germany to Turkish parents, and he started playing football there at a young age. Akkaynak made his senior debut for Çaykur Rizespor in the Turkish Süper Lig in 2018.

He has since played in eight matches and scored one goal for the club. Akkaynak is also a loan player for Çaykur Rizespor's Turkish counterparts Çorum FK. 

Akkaynak has so far played in 41 matches and scored two goals for Çorum. Akkaynak is a versatile player, who can play as a midfielder or as a forward.

Akkaynak is a Turkish international and has made three appearances for the national team. Akkaynak is likely to win a place in the Turkish national team for the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo. 

Akkaynak is a young player with a lot of potential, and he is expected to become a star in the Turkish football league and international scene.

49. Borja Mayoral

Getafe CF

Borja Mayoral Career

  • 2004–2007: Parla
  • 2007–2015: Real Madrid
  • 2014–2016: Real Madrid B
  • 2015–2022: Real Madrid
  • 2016–2017: VfL Wolfsburg (loan)
  • 2018–2020: Levante (loan)
  • 2020–2022: Roma (loan)
  • 2022: Getafe (loan)
  • 2022: Getafe
  • 2013: Spain U17
  • 2014–2016: Spain U19
  • 2015–2019: Spain U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:31, 12 February 2023 (UTC)

Borja Mayoral is a Spanish striker who currently plays for Getafe. Borja Mayoral was born on 5 April 1997 in Madrid, Spain. Borja Mayoral is 1.82 metres tall and has played for Parla and Getafe in his youth career.

Borja Mayoral has made one appearance for the Spain national team. Borja Mayoral is a striker and is known for his goalscoring ability. Borja Mayoral is a 25-year-old Spanish striker. Borja Mayoral is a talented striker who is known for his goalscoring ability.

Borja Mayoral is a member of the Spain national team and has made one appearance. Borja Mayoral is a talented striker who is expected to continue his goalscoring form in the future. He is a versatile midfielder who can play in any of the three midfield positions.

He began his senior career at Real Madrid, but later moved to VfL Wolfsburg on loan. Back with Real Madrid, Borja has been playing in the club's B team. 

He has also played for Levante and Roma on loan, and has recently rejoined Getafe. He has represented Spain at various age levels, and has been a regular for the U21 side.

Borja is a hard-working midfielder who is always looking to make an impact. He is a versatile player who can play in any of the three midfield positions.

He is a fast player who can cover a lot of ground. Borja is a talented player who has the potential to become a top-level midfielder.

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50. Cameron Borthwick-Jackson

Tranmere Rovers F.C.

Cameron Borthwick-Jackson Career

  • Fletcher Moss Rangers
  • 2003–2015: Manchester United
  • 2015–2020: Manchester United
  • 2016–2017: → Wolverhampton Wanderers (loan)
  • 2017–2018: → Leeds United (loan)
  • 2018–2019: → Scunthorpe United (loan)
  • 2019–2020: → Tranmere Rovers (loan)
  • 2020: → Oldham Athletic (loan)
  • 2020–2021: Oldham Athletic
  • 2021–: Burton Albion
  • 2012–2013: England U16
  • 2013–2014: England U17
  • 2015–2016: England U19
  • 2016: England U20
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:54, 16 May 2021 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 13

Cameron Borthwick-Jackson is a left-back who currently plays for Burton Albion. Cameron Borthwick-Jackson began his career at Manchester United, where he made over 100 appearances in all competitions.

Cameron Borthwick-Jackson has represented England at youth levels and has also been called up to the senior squad. Cameron Borthwick-Jackson is a young English footballer who currently plays for Manchester United.

Cameron Borthwick-Jackson made his debut for Manchester United in the 2015-16 season. Cameron Borthwick-Jackson has played for England at various youth levels, including the U17, U19, and U20 teams. 

Cameron Borthwick-Jackson has made loan appearances for Wolverhampton Wanderers and Leeds United in recent years.

Cameron Borthwick-Jackson is expected to feature for Manchester United in the 2020-21 season. 

Cameron Borthwick-Jackson is a versatile midfielder who can play in several positions. Cameron Borthwick-Jackson is a hard-working player who is capable of making an impact in any game. 

Cameron Borthwick-Jackson is a young player with a lot of potential, and he is looking to continue improving at Manchester United.

Cameron Borthwick-Jackson is a talented player who is looking to make an impact in the Premier League and international level.

51. Antonio Di Natale

Udinese Calcio

Antonio Di Natale Career

  • 1994–1996: Empoli
  • 1996–2004: Empoli
  • 1997–1998:  Iperzola (loan)
  • 1998:  Varese (loan)
  • 1998–1999:  Viareggio (loan)
  • 2004–2016: Udinese
  • 2002–2012: Italy
  • 2021–2022: Carrarese
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Antonio Di Natale is a striker who has played for several clubs in the Italian Serie A. Di Natale has been a regular scorer for both club and country over the course of his career, and is one of the most highly-rated strikers in Europe.

He is a two-time Serie A champion with AC Milan, and has also won the Europa League with Sevilla. In 2011, Di Natale was named the Serie A Footballer of the Year. He is currently with Juventus, and is expected to be a key part of their title challenge this season.

Di Natale is married to model and actress Elisabetta Canalis. He has two children. Antonio Di Natale is Italian, and was born in Naples. 

He is 1.70m (5ft 7in) tall and plays as a striker. Antonio Di Natale is a versatile Italian footballer who has played for several clubs over the course of his career.

He is currently a manager with Carrarese. Di Natale has represented Italy at international level on several occasions and is a two-time Serie A champion. 

Di Natale is usually deployed as a forward, but has also played as a midfielder and defender. Di Natale is known for his creativity and clinical finishing.

Di Natale has won several accolades over the course of his career, including two Serie A titles and the Coppa Italia. Di Natale is an excellent coach and is currently in charge of Carrarese. 

Di Natale is a popular figure in his home country and is often referred to as "Il Divino". Di Natale is expected to retire at the end of the season. Di Natale is a popular figure with the Udinese fans and is often called "Il Gattaccio" (the goal-getter).

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Final Words

Football Manager 2017 Best Players of All Time is a great addition to the series, with a variety of different player profiles to choose from. The best part is that you can create your own player, making it even more personalised.

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I am a Head Boys Soccer Coach at Amherst Regional Public Schools in Massachusetts. I have coached for the past five years and I am currently working on my master's degree in Exercise Science. I coach soccer because I love the game and I enjoy being around the kids. It is rewarding to see them develop their skills and grow as individuals. LinkedIn

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