Football Manager 2022 Best Young Left Backs: Ten STARS to dominate your flanks


Football Manager 2022 has finally arrived, which means you can jump in NOW and start assembling your squad of talented stars.

From Champions League winners to We've got you covered for ten of the best young left backs you can sign in Football Manager 2022.

Theo Hernandez (CA 159 - PA 175)

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Age: 23

Club: AC Milan

Value: £60 - 76 million

Wage: £94,000 a week

Another exciting star with a ready-made talent that could walk straight into your first team, Theo Hernandez is one to watch in FM22.

His phenomenal range of stats make him a desirable purchase, but can you convince AC Milan to part with one of their stars?

Alphonso Davies (CA 160 - PA 178)

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Age: 20

Club: Bayern Munich

Value: £45 - 68 million

Wage: £82,000 a week

One of the most exciting full backs in world football, Alphonso Davies is exactly the kind of player you need in your team.

Whilst you may have to break the bank to secure his services, we believe this Canadian wonderkid would be worth every penny.

Fabiano Parisi (CA 120 - PA 145)

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Age: 20

Club: Empoli

Value: £800,000 - £8 million

Wage: £3,000 a week

A lesser-known player currently plying his trade in Italy, Fabiano Parisi a young full back with a good range of stats and a decent growth potential.

With the Italian youngster coming cheap - and already possessing some decent stats - we believe the Empoli prospect could become a star in Football Manager 2022.

Luca Ranieri (CA 117 - PA 140)

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Age: 22

Club: Salernitana (on loan from Fiorentina)

Value: £650,000 - £6.6 million

Wage: £4,600 a week

Another Italian full-back with bags of potential, Luca Ranieri is a player that could grow into a consistent starter at the top level.

His range of physical and mental stats make him a desirable prospect, but you'll have to be patient whilst this young talent fulfils his loan spell at Salernitana.

Jay Dasilva (CA 123 - PA 145)

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Age: 23

Club: Bristol City

Value: £8.4 - 13.5 million

Wage: £8,000 a week

Arguably the best left-back available in the Championship, Jay Dasilva is a youngster who could easily make the step into the top flight.

Already operating at a decent level, and still with plenty of room to grow, we believe Dasilva should be on your shortlist this year.

Jamal Lewis (CA 123 - PA 154)

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Age: 23

Club: Newcastle

Value: £15.5 - 17 million

Wage: £50,000 a week

Already operating in the Premier League for newly rich Newcastle, Jamal Lewis could become a breakout star in Football Manager 2022.

Building on his success at Norwich, the Northern Ireland international could make a huge splash for your team if you have the cash to spare.

Marco Sala (CA 116 - PA 139)

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Age: 22

Club: Crotone (on loan from Sassuolo)

Value: £550,000 - £5.6 million

Wage: £2,900 a week

Italy certainly has a wealth of talented young left backs, and Marco Sala is the latest name on that list.

A solid full back with good stats, Sala is a player that could grow into a consistent starter for any side in Europe's top divisions.

Marcelo Saracchi (CA 130 - PA 140)

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Age: 23

Club: RB Leipzig

Value: £650,000 - £6.4 million

Wage: £24,500 a week

An exciting Uruguygan currently playing for RB Leipzig, Saracchi is certainly one to watch in Football Manager 2022.

Whilst he may not have the turn of pace, his dribbling and tackling make him the perfect solid defender for any side looking to keep clean sheets.

Marc Bola (CA 117 - PA 133)

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Age: 23

Club: Middlesbrough

Value: £450,000 - £10 million

Wage: £8,000 a week

Another talented left back in England's second tier, Marc Bola stock continues to rise following his move from Blackpool.

Hoping to find further success at Middlesbrough, we believe this young star could surprise many and make a big impact for your team in Football Manager 2022.

Hamza Mendyl (CA 119 - PA 134)

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Age: 23

Club: Schalke

Value: £3.3-5.2 million

Wage: £12,750 a week

A pacey Moroccan star with a point to prove, Hamza Mendyl is a plater that should be at the top of your shortlist when searching for a left back.

Whether you need a starter or a squad player, Mendyl is the perfect candidate to fill an empty space in your squad.

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