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A top central defensive midfielder can protect the defensive line, break down play, and transition the ball from defence to attack, so you are looking at a very skilled player. To make sure you get someone who fits the bill in your Career Mode, we’re looking at the best young defensive midfielders (CDM) in FC 24 to sign.
Young talents make up some of the best defensive midfielders in EA Sports FC 24, so there are plenty of options to add to your squad. They might not be at the level of Rodri or Joshua Kimmich just yet, but give it time and their stats will rise, with key attributes found in their defensive awareness, stamina, acceleration, agility, interceptions, short passing, and tackling. Check out the best young CDM ratings in FC 24 Career Mode below.
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FC 24 Best Young CDM
Here are the FC 24 best young defensive midfielder (CDM) ratings in Career Mode:
Player | Club | Age | Value | Wage | Overall | Potential |
Aurelien Tchouameni | Real Madrid | 23 | £49.7M | £136k | 84 | 89 |
Eduardo Camavinga | Real Madrid | 20 | £48M | £94k | 82 | 89 |
Boubacar Kamara | Aston Villa | 23 | £31.9M | £68k | 82 | 85 |
Manuel Ugarte | PSG | 22 | £31M | £59k | 81 | 86 |
Moises Caicedo | Chelsea | 21 | £22.1M | £57k | 79 | 85 |
Cheick Doucoure | Crystal Palace | 23 | £20.8M | £31k | 79 | 84 |
Florentino | Benfica | 23 | £20.8M | £11k | 79 | 84 |
Mats Wieffer | Feyenoord | 23 | £17.4M | £13k | 78 | 84 |
Mohamed Camara | Monaco | 23 | £16.6M | £33k | 78 | 83 |
Joao Gomes | Wolves | 22 | £17M | £40k | 77 | 84 |
Alan Varela | Porto | 21 | £17M | £9k | 77 | 84 |
Oliver Skipp | Tottenham | 22 | £12.8M | £48k | 77 | 82 |
Salis Abdul Samed | Lens | 23 | £11.9M | £23k | 77 | 81 |
Arthur Vermeeren | Atletico Madrid | 18 | £12.8M | £10k | 76 | 87 |
Samuele Ricci | Torino | 21 | £13.6M | £22k | 76 | 86 |
Danilo | Nottingham Forest | 22 | £9.4M | £37k | 76 | 82 |
Amadou Onana | Everton | 21 | £9.4M | £21k | 76 | 82 |
James Garner | Everton | 22 | £10.2M | £24k | 75 | 83 |
Nico Gonzalez | Porto | 21 | £8.9M | £8k | 75 | 82 |
Rodrigo Villagra | River Plate | 22 | £8.9M | £12k | 75 | 82 |
It wasn’t always easy to bring in a top CDM to your club, but there are plenty of options in FC 24 Career Mode. A new crop of talent is coming through as the position has begun playing a more pivotal role than ever before.
We are classing the best young players as anyone who is 23 years old or younger at the start of your FC 24 Career Mode save and are including anyone with a base position of CDM.
Aurelien Tchouameni – 84 Overall
We had gotten so used to the Casemiro, Kroos, and Modric midfield at Real Madrid, but all good things come to an end. A new dynasty is being built, with Aurelien Tchouameni the first choice in the CDM role. Like most players on the list, he is very physically adept, with great composure on the ball to find key passes.
Eduardo Camavinga – 82 Overall
Staying with Real Madrid, we also have another Frenchman in Eduardo Camavinga. A very versatile player, Camavinga has been used regularly at LB. EA predicts he has the same 89 Potential as Tchouameni, so the two can make an awesome partnership in FC 24 Career Mode.
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Boubacar Kamara – 82 Overall
Yet another Frenchman, however, this time representing Aston Villa. Boubacar Kamara has seen his rating increase this campaign, with Villa flying high in the Premier League. He isn’t as imposing physically or quite as adept on the ball as his countrymen, but he is more solid defensively.
Manuel Ugarte – 81 Overall
PSG’s big-money signing this summer, Manuel Ugarte has switched from Sporting CP for the French capital. The PSG midfield has been a weak point in the side for many seasons, with the Uruguayan giving it some more bite.
Moises Caicedo – 79 Overall
Multiple clubs were circling for Brighton’s Moises Caicedo over the summer, with Chelsea eventually getting the Ecuadorian. His 85 Potential in FC 24 may not live up to his £100 million price tag, but there is no doubt this guy has talent and will be among the best playing at CDM in the future.
If you haven’t found a player that takes your fancy here, then take a look at our Best CDM or Wonderkid CDM lists. If you’re looking for more of the best young players in FC 24 Career Mode, then why not check out our other lists covering every position:
- Best Young GK
- Best Young LB
- Best Young CB
- Best Young RB
- Best Young CM
- Best Young CAM
- Best Young LW
- Best Young ST
- Best Young RW
FC 24 Best Young CDM FAQs
Who is the best young CDM in EA FC 24 Career?
Aurelien Tchouameni is the best-rated young defensive midfielder in FC 24 with an 84 OVR.
What young defensive midfielder has the best potential in FC 24?
Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni are the best young CDMs with the highest potential ratings in FC 24, both with an 89 POT.