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Using the SortitoutSI FM24 Data Update, SsorLoser scouted five wonderkid centre backs you might never have heard of.
We’ll take a look at how they start the game, then fast-forward 10 years into the future to see whether they truly reach world-class status.
Yusuf Akçiçek – Al-Hilal
Ten years into the future, Yusuf Akçiçek becomes a commanding defensive leader.
His career trajectory tells the story: Al-Hilal ➜ free transfer to Newcastle United ➜ never below a 7.0 rating.
Brad Manguelle – Genk
Ten years into the future, Brad Manguelle develops into a rock-solid Premier League defender.
His career trajectory tells the story: Genk regular starter ➜ £34M move to Liverpool ➜ valued at £75–224M as an elite centre-back.
Dies Janse – Ajax
Ten years into the future, Dies Janse transforms into a world-class, 6’5 defensive powerhouse.
His career trajectory tells the story: Ajax (on loan at Groningen) ➜ £22M move to Tottenham ➜ £21M move to PSV ➜ £49.5M transfer to Manchester City ➜ first-team mainstay.
Rav Van den berg – Köln
Ten years into the future, Rav Van den Berg matures into a dependable, versatile defender.
His career trajectory tells the story: Köln starter in Bundesliga ➜ Liverpool signing for £32M ➜ £19.75M move to Juventus ➜ £17.25M move to Eintracht Frankfurt ➜ ever-present with 7.0+ ratings.
Nunzio Engwanda – Anderlecht
Ten years into the future, Nunzio Engwanda evolves into a classy, ball-playing centre-back.
His career trajectory tells the story: £30M move to Ajax ➜ £57M transfer to Manchester City ➜ loan to Paris Saint-Germain
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