10 Premier League Players that need upgrade in FM25

FM25 is just around the corner meaning FM24 has been out for a year already and a year is forever in the world of football. Which players real life performances have outshone their Football Manager counterparts and demand a re-evaluation? Here's a look at the Premier League players who we think deserve a boost in Football Manager 25.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Cole Palmer

Chelsea | AM RLC | Inside Forward

Palmer has grown into a creative force. His performances at Chelsea justify a substantial increase in his CA, matching his rising prominence. 50+ Goal contributions since last season. 

Current CA: 140

Suggested CA: 155-160

🇧🇷 Rodrigo Muniz

Fulham | ST | Poacher

Muniz’s development at Fulham shows he’s ready for a larger role. His attacking abilities warrant a CA boost to reflect his growing influence. 

Current CA: 122

Suggested CA: 130-135

🇫🇷 Jean-Philippe Mateta

Crystal Palace | ST | Advanced Forward

A reliable forward for Palace, Mateta’s physicality and aerial strength should earn him a slight increase to better showcase his consistent performances.

Current CA: 129

Suggested CA: 135-140

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Morgan Rogers

Aston Villa | AM RLC, ST | Inside Forward

Rogers’ potential is starting to show. His speed and technical ability make him a player ready for a higher CA rating. 

Current CA: 125

Suggested CA: 130-135

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Kobbie Mainoo

Man Utd | DM, M/AM C | Deep-Lying Playmaker

Mainoo’s maturity and composure in United’s midfield deserve recognition. A slight boost would reflect his rapid rise. 

Current CA: 136

Suggested CA: 140-145

🇩🇪 Kai Havertz

Arsenal | M/AM C, ST | Deep-Lying Forward

A key player at Arsenal, Havertz’s versatility and increasing contributions justify a small CA bump to highlight his prime form. 

Current CA: 152

Suggested CA: 155-160

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Dominic Solanke

Tottenham Hotspur | ST | Advanced Forward

Solanke has grown into a reliable goal-scorer, and his improving all-around play warrants a higher CA in line with his development. Granted a move to Tottenham Hotspurs. 

Current CA: 141

Suggested CA: 145-150

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Anthony Gordon

Newcastle | AM RL | Inverted Winger

Gordon’s dynamic performances and key role in Newcastle’s success merit a CA increase, reflecting his rise as a top attacking talent. 

Current CA: 148

Suggested CA: 150-155

🇭🇷 Joško Gvardiol

Man City | D LC, WB L | Libero

One of the best young defenders, Gvardiol’s leadership and consistency for both club and country should see his CA elevated. 

Current CA: 150

Suggested CA: 155-160

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Jarrad Branthwaite

Everton | D RLC | Ball-Playing Defender

Branthwaite’s solid displays for Everton warrant a boost to reflect his growth as a reliable defender in the Premier League.

Current CA: 136

Suggested: 140-145