Every year, EA Sports FC Career Mode gives aspiring managers the chance to build a legacy, and in FC 26, that means unlocking the full potential of the game’s most promising talent. Whether you’re managing a top-tier club or grinding your way up from the lower leagues, targeting players with 90+ potential is the most direct route to future dominance.
In EA Sports FC 26, there are exactly 25 players with a potential rating of 90 or higher. Out of those, 17 are aged 25 or younger at the start of the 2025-26 season, putting them firmly in the wonderkid bracket. Ready to shape the future? Let’s break it all down.
The Crown Jewels of Career Mode
If you’ve got cash to splash and you’re building for greatness, these are the highest-potential stars in FC 26. Whether future titan or established icon, all of these players have what it takes to lead your team to glory.
| Player | Age | Club | Position | Rating | Potential | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamine Yamal | 18 | FC Barcelona | RM | 89 | 95 | +6 |
| Jude Bellingham | 22 | Real Madrid | CAM | 90 | 94 | +4 |
| Kylian Mbappe | 26 | Real Madrid | ST | 91 | 94 | +3 |
| Pedri | 22 | FC Barcelona | CM | 89 | 93 | +4 |
| Florian Wirtz | 22 | Liverpool | CAM | 89 | 93 | +4 |
| Jamal Musiala | 22 | Bayern Munchen | CAM | 88 | 92 | +4 |
| Vinicius Jr. | 25 | Real Madrid | LW | 89 | 92 | +3 |
| Erling Haaland | 25 | Manchester City | ST | 90 | 92 | +2 |
| Endrick | 19 | Real Madrid | ST | 77 | 91 | +14 |
| Desire Doue | 20 | Paris Saint-Germain | RW | 85 | 91 | +6 |
| Vitinha | 25 | Paris Saint-Germain | CM | 89 | 91 | +2 |
| Gianluigi Donnarumma | 26 | Manchester City | GK | 89 | 91 | +2 |
| Mohamed Salah | 33 | Liverpool | RM | 91 | 91 | — |
| Eduardo Camavinga | 22 | Real Madrid | CM | 83 | 90 | +7 |
| Joao Neves | 20 | Paris Saint-Germain | CM | 85 | 90 | +5 |
| Rodrygo | 24 | Real Madrid | RW | 85 | 90 | +5 |
| Cole Palmer | 23 | Chelsea | CAM | 87 | 90 | +3 |
| Khvicha Kvaratskhelia | 24 | Paris Saint-Germain | LW | 87 | 90 | +3 |
| Julian Alvarez | 25 | Atletico Madrid | ST | 87 | 90 | +3 |
| Bukayo Saka | 24 | Arsenal | RW | 88 | 90 | +2 |
| Achraf Hakimi | 26 | Paris Saint-Germain | RB | 89 | 90 | +1 |
| Federico Valverde | 27 | Real Madrid | CM | 89 | 90 | +1 |
| Ousmane Dembele | 28 | Paris Saint-Germain | ST | 90 | 90 | — |
| Rodri | 29 | Manchester City | CDM | 90 | 90 | — |
| Virgil van Dijk | 34 | Liverpool | CB | 90 | 90 | — |
Younger stars, bigger futures
Want to take a team from rags to riches? These younger players like Lamine Yamal and Endrick are your golden tickets. They’re not just promising — they’re future Ballon d’Or candidates, assuming you’re up for the task of developing them right.
Endrick, only 19 and already boasting a +14 growth curve, can transform into a world-dominating striker. Meanwhile, Yamal’s potential of 95 makes him the top long-term prospect in the game, bar none.
Established stars still climbing
Don’t sleep on the likes of Bellingham, Pedri, or Musiala. These are names already lighting up Europe’s biggest stages, and with their age still on their side, you’re investing in elite talent that will keep paying dividends season after season.
And of course, names like Mbappe, Haⱥland, and Vinicius Jr. speak for themselves. They’re expensive, but worth every virtual penny in Career Mode if you want short-term wins and long-term returns.
Veterans and world-class performers
Not every top-tier player is a wonderkid. Players like Mohamed Salah, Ousmane Dembele, Rodri, and even Virgil van Dijk maintain a potential of 90 despite their age. They’re perfect for clubs aiming for immediate impact instead of long-term rebuilds.
Looking for bargains?
If these stars scream too rich for your club’s budget, don’t sweat it. There are loads of hidden gem Career Mode bargains in FC 26 with solid growth potential and reasonable transfer fees. But if you’re playing with an open checkbook and dreaming of glory, there’s no better talent pool than this 90+ potential club.
Build for the future, win now
EA Sports FC 26 continues to deliver on the promise of letting managers shape the future of football. Whether you’re tracking wonderkids or building around legendary veterans, these 25 players are the must-haves for players chasing glory in Career Mode. So, go on — scout smart, spend big, and take your club to the top of football history.