Player Search
Master the FM26 player search screen with this full walkthrough designed to help you find better players, faster. Whether you're hunting wonderkids, bargain transfers, loans, or depth options, this guide explains every filter, every attribute, and every tool available in the new Football Manager 2026 search system. In this video, we cover: How to use basic & advanced filters Understanding attribute ranges & attribute groups Player Traits filtering Filtering by roles & tactical needs Using the new “Approval Rating” & “Morale/Personality” filters Contract status filters (Bosmans, expiring deals, transfer-listed players) 00:00 – Intro: Why the FM26 Search Screen Is So Much Better 00:17 – How to Access the Player Search Menu 00:25 – Basic Filters Overview 00:40 – Minimum Attribute Filters 01:05 – Maximum Attribute Filters 01:20 – Attribute Groups Explained 01:33 – Adding Multiple Filters 01:38 – Applying More Complex Filters 01:48 – Player Traits Filtering 02:16 – Traits vs Attributes 02:31 – Clearance Rating, Approval Rating, and Agent Feedback 03:11 – How Player Roles Affect Search Results 03:36 – Using the Player Profile Page During Your Search 03:57 – Understanding Star Ratings & Role Fit 04:14 – How FM26 Filters Affect Shortlists and Scouting 04:19 – Searching by Contract Status (Bosmans, Expiring, Transfer List) 04:46 – Searching by Transfer Interest 04:59 – Scouting Knowledge & DDR Explained 05:29 – Searching by Position & Footedness 05:46 – Advanced Role-Based Filters 07:29 – Saving Custom Searches 07:44 – How Saved Searches Work in FM26 07:59 – FM26 Search Recap & Final Thoughts
