10 Non Premier League players that need to be 🔻 downgraded 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 underperformed compared to their Football Manager counterparts and demand a downgrade? Here’s a look at some players who we think deserve a reduction in Football Manager 25.

🇩🇪 Leroy Sané

FC Bayern | M RL, AM RLC | Inverted Winger

Sané’s recent performances have not consistently met expectations, with his impact on games being less influential. A slight downgrade in CA would better reflect his current form for Bayern.

CA: 169 → Suggested: 160-165

🇳🇬 Victor Osimhen

Galatasaray | ST | Advanced Forward

Osimhen’s goal-scoring form and his overall play hasn’t reached the levels of 22/23. A CA decrease would align with his recent transfer to Galatasaray.

CA: 169 → Suggested: 160-165

🇪🇸 Héctor Bellerín

Real Betis | D/WB R | Wing-Back

Bellerín’s defensive frailties and lack of consistency in attack have made him less impactful. His CA should be adjusted to reflect his struggles at Real Betis.

CA: 141 → Suggested: 130-135

🇵🇹 Renato Sanches

Benfica | DM, M/AM C | Mezzala

Sanches has failed to rediscover his best form since leaving Benfica, with injuries and inconsistency hampering his performances. A CA downgrade would reflect this decline.

CA: 140 → Suggested: 130-135

🇨🇮 Nicolas Pépé

Villarreal | AM RL | Inverted Winger

Pépé’s performances have not lived up to the standards expected of him, and he’s struggled for regular game time. A lower CA would better match his recent form at Villarreal.

CA: 135 → Suggested: 125-130

🇧🇪 Divock Origi

AC Milan | ST | Deep-Lying Forward

Origi has found it difficult to make a significant impact at Milan, with limited playing time and inconsistency. A reduction in CA would reflect his current status at the club.

CA: 137 → Suggested: 125-130

🇪🇸 Raúl De Tomás

Vallecano | ST | Trequartista

De Tomás has struggled to maintain the level of performance expected of a top striker. His recent form warrants a decrease in his CA.

CA: 136 → Suggested: 125-130

🇵🇹 Domingos Duarte

Getafe | D C | Central Defender

Duarte’s defensive performances have been shaky, and he has not met the standards from his Granada time. A significant CA downgrade would better reflect his recent displays.

CA: 138 → Suggested: 120-125

🇬🇳 Naby Keïta

SV Werder | DM, M/AM C | Advanced Playmaker

Keïta’s time at Werder has been marred by injuries and off-field issues, including a suspension for bad behavior. His inconsistency and disciplinary problems justify a significant decrease in CA to reflect his declining influence and professionalism.

CA: 136 → Suggested: 120-125

🇵🇹 Rochinha

Famalicão | AM RLC | Inverted Winger

Rochinha’s performances have been underwhelming, and his impact in games has diminished, failing to recreate his Vitória’s performances. A drop in CA would better represent his current role at Famalicão.

CA: 131 → Suggested: 115-120