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Dário Essugo Career Mode Potential

Chelsea BadgeChelsea
England Premier League (1) LogoEngland Premier League (1)
Portugal FlagPortugal
75
OVR
83
POT

Player Info

NameDário Essugo
PositionCDM
Alt. PositionsCM
Age21
Preferred FootRight
Date of Birth15 Mar 2005
Height180cm (5' 11")
Weight83kg (183 lbs)
Body TypeAvg & Normal
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID261530

Dário Essugo Career Mode rating and potential

Dário Essugo is a strong CDM for Chelsea in England Premier League (1). At 75 overall with 83 potential, he has strong potential and profiles as a wonderkid 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
  • High growth potential
Weaknesses
  • Passing may limit midfield control
Best For
  • Long-term Career Mode projects

Current Club

Value€12m
Wage€57k
Kit Number14
Joined11th June 2025
Contract Expiry2033

Career Mode Growth Curve

This player is ahead of their expected development curve, so growth may slow down.

Reduced
Curve Status
Ahead Curve
Forward / Striker
Expected OVR
69.7
Estimated rating for age
Curve Gap
+5.3
Current OVR vs expected
Peak Window
28–32
Typical peak age range
Potential Progress
90%
+8 OVR remaining

Understanding the Career Mode growth curve

CareerScout compares a player's current rating against where they would normally be expected to be based on their age, position and potential. This helps show whether a player is developing ahead of schedule, roughly as expected, or still has room to catch up.

Expected OVR

Expected OVR is the rating CareerScout estimates the player would usually have at their current age, based on their position and potential. If their current rating is higher than this, they are ahead of their curve. If it is lower, they may still have more room to grow.

Curve Gap

Curve Gap is the difference between the player's current OVR and their expected OVR. A negative number means they are below the expected curve. A positive number means they are ahead of it.

Growth Outlook

Growth Outlook estimates whether a player's development may be boosted, normal or reduced compared to their expected curve. Players below their expected curve may grow faster, while players far ahead of it may slow down.

Peak Window

Peak Window shows the age range where players in that position usually reach their highest development level. For example, wingers tend to peak earlier than goalkeepers.

These values are estimates based on Career Mode development patterns. They are designed to help compare players and identify good long-term signings, but actual growth can still be affected by playtime, training, form and injuries.

Similar Players

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

Key Attributes

Pace
76
Shooting
58
Passing
64
Dribbling
73
Defending
74
Physical
81

All Attributes

Pace
72
Acceleration
80
Sprint Speed
Shooting
49
Finishing
72
Positioning
69
Shot Power
68
Long Shots
52
Penalties
41
Volleys
Passing
70
Vision
46
Crossing
47
FK Accuracy
70
Long Passing
74
Short Passing
47
Curve
Dribbling
77
Agility
79
Balance
73
Reactions
68
Composure
71
Ball Control
74
Dribbling
Defending
75
Interceptions
62
Heading Acc..
75
Def Aware..
76
Stand Tackle
74
Sliding Tackle
Physical
80
Jumping
76
Stamina
83
Strength
81
Aggression
Goalkeeping
9
Diving
9
Handling
6
Kicking
8
Positioning
6
Reflexes

PlayStyles

Block PlayStyleBlock
Bruiser PlayStyleBruiser

Roles

CDM
Holding+
CM
Box-to-Box+

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 Dário Essugo's Career Mode potential?+

Dário Essugo has 83 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 75.

How much can Dário Essugo grow?+

Dário Essugo can grow by +8 overall, from 75 to 83 potential.

What is Dário Essugo's best position?+

Dário Essugo's main position is CDM. He can also play CM.

Is Dário Essugo good in Career Mode?+

Dário Essugo is a strong Career Mode option for teams needing a CDM. At 75 overall with 83 potential, he is best suited to clubs that need quality now with some room to grow.

What are Dário Essugo's strongest attributes?+

Dário Essugo's strongest areas are Physical (81) and Pace (76), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

Dário Essugo Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth