Top Young Players in Fifa 18 Career Mode

FIFA purists often argue that diving headfirst into managing the biggest and richest teams in Europe right away is not the most enjoyable way to experience a career mode season in EA Sports' critically-acclaimed football simulation series.

Instead, many fans of the franchise opt for taking charge of smaller clubs or even lower-tier sides with an eye on developing talented young talent. The satisfaction derived from identifying hidden gems and moulding them into top-class players is simply unparalleled.

If you're one such FIFA fan who enjoys building a team from scratch using only your astute transfer business skills, then look no further than our list of the best young players in Fifa 18 career mode!

1) Real Madrid - Vinicius Jr

Transfer Value: £13.5M (Ratings: Pace: 95/99 Dribbling: 92/98 Ball Control: 85/97).

The Brazilian forward, who joined Real from Flamengo for a reported €45 million last summer, has already made an immediate impact at the Bernabeo.

2) Manchester United - Ademola Lookman

Transfer Value: £8M (Ratings: Pace: 99/100 Dribbling: 94/98 Ball Control: 88/97).

The English forward was signed from RB Leipzig for a mere £10 million last summer and has already shown glimpses of his undoubted potential.

3) FC Porto - Joao Pereira

Transfer Value: Free (Ratings: Pace: 92/99 Dambaing: 91/98 Ball Control: 85/97).

The Portuguese attacking midfielder was released by Manchester City in January but is now available on a free transfer after impressing for his current club.

4) Borussia Monchengladbach - Tobias Rasch

Transfer Value: £1.5M (Ratings: Pace: 95/99 Dribbling: 92/98 Ball Control: 85/97).

The German attacking midfielder was signed from Hoffenheim last summer and has already become a regular starter for the Foals.

So there you have it - four of the best young players in FIFA 18 career mode that are worth keeping an eye on this season. Good luck, managers!

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