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In Football Manager 26, shoring up your defense lays the foundations for your team. Here are the best five defensive wonderkids in the game.
Legendary coach Sir Alex Ferguson once said, “Attack wins you games, defense wins you titles.” That statement must resonate with every Football Manager fan, as they know the importance of a capable defense. One can even say that defense is the pillar you should build upon to ensure you can stand up to any odds. So, when assembling a team, you must recruit the best defenders that your money can buy. Here are the five best defensive wonderkids in Football Manager 26 who can marshal your defense for years to come.
Best 5 Defensive Wonderkids To Look Out for in Football Manager 26
1) Myles Lewis-Skelly
Myles Lewis-Skelly has established his credentials for Arsenal with stellar performances despite his young age. The pacey left-back has excellent technique, making him comfortable in possession and an asset in attack. Granted, the 19-year-old is yet to develop his physical defending, but with proper guidance and experience, the Englishman will improve in that department too. Recruiting Lewis-Skelly will set you back around £60–£90 million, but that’s the price you pay for immense quality and potential.
2) Willy Kambwala
Willy Kambwala is a physical specimen whose technical skills rival his physical stats. Kambwala’s current ability is already impressive, and with enough game time and guidance, he can turn into a pillar of your defense for years to come. The 21-year-old plies his trade for Villarreal, although acquiring his services could prove to be difficult.
The Spanish side values the Frenchman at £104 million, but his wages don’t reflect that, as he is only on £22,000 per week. If your club’s prestige is higher than Villarreal’s and you have a larger wage budget, it’s possible to lure the center-back to your club. You should look to do so, as the investment is worth the reward.
3) Matteo Palma
Although not as impressive as Willy Kambwala, Matteo Palma’s defensive prowess shines in a different way. Quite balanced in all stats, Palma’s tender age doesn’t reflect his composure. The 17-year-old center-back can be pried away from Udinese for around £17–£20 million. He is best utilized on the right side of a defensive line and will prove to be a constant presence in your squad for years to come due to his immense potential.
4)Jesus Fortea
Jesus Fortea is an all-rounded right-back who can mature into one of the best defenders in the game with experience and training. The 18-year-old plays for the Under-19 squad of Real Madrid and has lofty ambitions, so it could prove difficult to lure him away from the Santiago Bernabeu.
Nevertheless, that shouldn’t deter you, as the Spaniard’s defensive capabilities, such as marking his man, along with his attacking prowess, including spraying incisive passes higher up the pitch, are valuable assets you can utilize for several years to come.
5)Saba Kharebashvili
Saba Kharebashvili is the prototype wonderkid that every Football Manager player aspires to find. At just 17, he is already adept at playing in central, left, or right-sided positions. Moreover, he has impressive stats that can be honed for any defensive role in your system. The best part is that you don’t have to break the bank to acquire the Georgian wonderkid; you can sign him for just £2 million.
His current wages are also very reasonable at only £1.1k per week. Attaining a player of Kharebashvili’s potential for this price is a no-brainer, especially when he can be a mainstay in your defense for more than a decade.
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