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Alan Varela Career Mode Potential

FC Porto BadgeFC Porto
Portugal Primeira Liga (1) LogoPortugal Primeira Liga (1)
Argentina FlagArgentina
80
OVR
85
POT

Player Info

NameAlan Varela
PositionCDM
Alt. PositionsCM
Age25
Preferred FootRight
Date of Birth5 Jul 2001
Height177cm (5' 10")
Weight73kg (161 lbs)
Body TypeAvg & Normal
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID260599

Alan Varela Career Mode rating and potential

Alan Varela is a high-level CDM for FC Porto in Portugal Primeira Liga (1). At 80 overall with 85 potential, he has excellent potential and profiles as a rotation option in Career Mode. His strongest area is physicality, making him especially useful for teams that need quality in that part of the pitch.

Strengths
  • Strong physical presence
  • Excellent long-term ceiling
  • Ready for first-team football
Weaknesses
    Best For
    • Clubs building around young talent

    Current Club

    Value€28.5m
    Wage€17k
    Kit Number22
    Joined17th August 2023
    Contract Expiry2028

    Career Mode Growth Curve

    This player is close to their expected development curve.

    Normal
    Curve Status
    On Curve
    Forward / Striker
    Expected OVR
    79.9
    Estimated rating for age
    Curve Gap
    +0.1
    Current OVR vs expected
    Peak Window
    28–32
    Typical peak age range
    Potential Progress
    94%
    +5 OVR remaining

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    Growth Outlook

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    Similar Players

    Players similar to Alan Varela in Career Mode, based on position, age, overall rating, potential and key attributes.

    Key Attributes

    Pace
    70
    Shooting
    65
    Passing
    75
    Dribbling
    76
    Defending
    77
    Physical
    80

    All Attributes

    Pace
    71
    Acceleration
    69
    Sprint Speed
    Shooting
    60
    Finishing
    70
    Positioning
    78
    Shot Power
    65
    Long Shots
    62
    Penalties
    63
    Volleys
    Passing
    76
    Vision
    66
    Crossing
    66
    FK Accuracy
    76
    Long Passing
    81
    Short Passing
    78
    Curve
    Dribbling
    71
    Agility
    75
    Balance
    78
    Reactions
    80
    Composure
    78
    Ball Control
    75
    Dribbling
    Defending
    79
    Interceptions
    64
    Heading Acc..
    79
    Def Aware..
    77
    Stand Tackle
    77
    Sliding Tackle
    Physical
    77
    Jumping
    84
    Stamina
    76
    Strength
    84
    Aggression
    Goalkeeping
    8
    Diving
    11
    Handling
    14
    Kicking
    13
    Positioning
    5
    Reflexes

    PlayStyles

    Dead Ball PlayStyleDead Ball
    Incisive Pass PlayStyleIncisive Pass
    Block PlayStyleBlock
    Slide Tackle PlayStyleSlide Tackle
    Press Proven PlayStylePress Proven

    Roles

    CDM
    Deep-Lying Playmaker+
    CDM
    Centre-Half+
    CM
    Deep-Lying Playmaker+

    Positional Ratings

    ST
    84
    LW
    78
    RW
    78
    CAM
    78
    CM
    78
    LM
    78
    RM
    78
    CDM
    78
    CB
    78
    LB
    78
    RB
    78

    FAQ

    What is Alan Varela's Career Mode potential?+

    Alan Varela has 85 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 80.

    How much can Alan Varela grow?+

    Alan Varela can grow by +5 overall, from 80 to 85 potential.

    What is Alan Varela's best position?+

    Alan Varela's main position is CDM. He can also play CM.

    Is Alan Varela good in Career Mode?+

    Alan Varela is a strong Career Mode option for teams needing a CDM. At 80 overall with 85 potential, he is best suited to clubs that need quality now with some room to grow.

    What are Alan Varela's strongest attributes?+

    Alan Varela's strongest areas are Physical (80) and Defending (77), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

    Alan Varela Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth