FC 24 Career Mode Wonderkids set for January transfer

While some FC 24 players continue to enjoy plenty of Ultimate Team content, others will no doubt be making their dream transfer window come true in Career Mode. Admit it, we've all done it!

Although the highly anticipated TOTY is sure to become a huge talking point among FC 24 fans, transfer news will be impossible to overlook with the winter window now open.

Speaking of which, several Career Mode talents could be playing for new clubs come February, and ten particular stars already find themselves in and amongst transfer speculation.

Career Mode Gems on the move

The January transfer window is now open, and with over 19,000 fully licensed players in the FC 24 database, some familiar names will be on the move in the coming weeks.

Business during the winter window tends to be a lot quieter compared to the summer, as most clubs find themselves in need of emergency reinforcements due to injuries or poor form.

Nevertheless, it can still get very busy and is no stranger to providing some exciting surprises along the way. With that said, let's take a look at ten young Career Mode talents attracting plenty of interest!

Jorrel Hato (73 OVR / 88 POT)

Despite their recent struggles, Ajax continues to produce some of the most exciting young talents in the game, and versatile Dutch defender Jorrel Hato is no exception.

At just 17, Hato offers impressive speed, power, and physicality, while also possessing great composure at such a young age. It's perhaps no surprise that he is one of the best wonderkids in FC 24, with a 73 OVR and 88 potential.

Arsenal are said to be plotting a move for Hato having monitored his progress in recent months, although it remains to be seen if a deal can be agreed upon in January as Mikel Arteta looks to bolster his defensive options.

Claudio Echeverri (66 OVR / 86 POT)

Manchester City are set to continue their trend of signing up-and-coming prospects with the addition of Argentina Under-17 World Cup star, Claudio Echeverri.

Multiple reports state that the treble winners are closing in on Echeverri after beating FC Barcelona to his signature, and will pay around £20 million for his services.

Dubbed "the next Lionel Messi", Echeverri is another great option for Career Mode users, offering a 66 OVR and 86 potential.

Fabio Carvalho (74 OVR / 85 POT)

Following a difficult loan spell at RB Leipzig, Liverpool have recalled Fabio Carvalho and loaned him back out to Hull City for the remainder of the Championship season.

While the choice of club may come as a surprise, the most important thing for Carvalho is game time at this stage of his career. The tricky Portuguese midfielder joined Liverpool for around £7 million in 2022 after catching the eye at Fulham, where he scored 12 goals and assisted a further eight.

Seen as one of the most promising young players in the league, Carvalho arrived at Anfield with a lot of expectation on his shoulders, and despite hitting a recent stumbling block, there's no reason why he can't get back to the form which made Jurgen Klopp sign him.

Valentin Barco (71 OVR / 84 POT)

Set to follow in Claudio Echeverri's footsteps is fellow Argentinian youngster Valentin Barco, who is close to sealing an £8 million move to Brighton & Hove Albion.

A popular choice among Career Mode and Football Manager players, Barco has emerged as one of the most exciting talents coming out of the Argentine Primera Division after impressing at Boca Juniors.

Capable of operating as a LB, LM, and LWB in the game, Barco is a great versatile option for any Career Mode save. His stats aren't bad either, with 76 pace, 75 dribbling, and 72 passing, which can all reach impressive numbers with the right development plan.

Mohamed-Ali Cho (72 OVR / 83 POT)

One of the first players to have made a permanent transfer on this list so far is Mohamed-Ali Cho, who has just returned to France with OGC Nice following a £10 million move from La Liga side Real Sociedad.

Cho was once viewed as one of France's most exciting up-and-coming talents a couple of years ago, which was highlighted by his 85 potential in FIFA 22 and FIFA 23.

Unfortunately, Cho hasn't been able to reach that level just yet, with injuries and a lack of game time in Spain holding him back. The striker, who is 72-rated in FC 24, still has plenty of time to get his career back on track at the age of 19.

Radu Dragusin (71 OVR / 83 POT)

Centre-back Radu Dragusin was in demand this month, with Tottenham Hotspur and Bayern Munich going head to head for the 21-year-old Romanian's signature before he eventually opted to join Spurs.

Dragusin, who comes with a 71 rating and 83 potential in FC 24, caught the eye with several impressive performances this season and has now been rewarded with a move to the Premier League.

If he turns out to be anything like Spurs' summer signing Micky van de Ven, Ange Postecoglou will have plenty of defensive talent to work with.

Malick Fofana (68 OVR / 83 POT)

Malick Fofana is more of a hidden gem in FC 24 Career Mode, although it looks like he'll now become a lot more established thanks to a big transfer.

The 2005-born talent has signed for Ligue 1 side Olympique Lyonnais in a deal worth around £18 million, multiple reports state.

Having represented Belgium from Under-15 to Under-21 level, the pacey winger is tipped to become the next Jeremy Doku in the coming years. "My friends and teammates compare me to Jeremy Doku. A player I look up to. His trajectory is incredible," Fofana said previously.

Ian Maatsen (74 OVR / 83 POT)

As talented as he is, Ian Maatsen joins a long list of Chelsea academy graduates who have struggled to secure a regular spot in the first team, which is crazy considering he'd do a better job than some of the senior players!

Despite being in and around the squad following a successful loan spell at promoted Burnley last year, Maatsen has only featured 15 times under Mauricio Pochettino this season, starting on just three occasions.

As a result, the 21-year-old left-back has joined Borussia Dortmund on a six-month loan. Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano claims Chelsea plan to extend Maatsen's contract which will include a release clause, while Dortmund may have the chance to make the move permanent in the summer.

Arnaud Kalimuendo (76 OVR / 81 POT)

Next on the list is Stade Rennais striker Arnaud Kalimuendo, who has been the subject of a bid from Eintracht Frankfurt, according to reports in France and Germany.

Followers of Ligue 1 and the France Under-21 national team will no doubt be familiar with Kalimuendo, who has scored four goals so far this season. You may also recognise him from FIFA 20 when he was a promising 67-rated youngster coming through the ranks at PSG aged 17.

Now 21 years old, Kalimuendo has a 76 OVR in FC 24, and could soon be tasked with replacing Randal Kolo Muani, who departed Frankfurt last summer. No pressure!

Yunus Emre Konak (59 OVR / 79 POT)

Last but not least is another hidden Career Mode gem in FC 24, 17-year-old Yunus Emre Konak, who has joined Brentford from Turkish club Sivasspor.

The Turkey Under-21 international has attracted interest from several European clubs since making his professional debut back in August, but it is The Bees who have won the race.

Konak is a perfect development choice for Career Mode users working with a limited budget, as the midfielder comes with 79 potential despite his starting OVR of 59.

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