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İlkay Gündoğan Career Mode Potential

Galatasaray BadgeGalatasaray
Turkey Süper Lig (1) LogoTurkey Süper Lig (1)
Germany FlagGermany
80
OVR
80
POT

Player Info

Nameİlkay Gündoğan
PositionCM
Alt. PositionsCDMCAM
Age35
Preferred FootRight
Date of Birth25 Oct 1990
Height180cm (5' 11")
Weight80kg (176 lbs)
Body TypeAvg & Normal
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID186942

İlkay Gündoğan Career Mode rating and potential

İlkay Gündoğan is a high-level CM for Galatasaray in Turkey Süper Lig (1). At 80 overall with 80 potential, he has strong potential and profiles as a rotation option in Career Mode. His strongest area is passing, making him especially useful for teams that need quality in that part of the pitch.

Strengths
  • Strong passing ability
  • Ready for first-team football
Weaknesses
  • May struggle physically
Best For

    Current Club

    Value€8.5m
    Wage€45k
    Kit Number20
    Joined3rd September 2025
    Contract Expiry2027

    Career Mode Growth Curve

    This player is slightly ahead of their expected development curve.

    Reduced
    Curve Status
    Ahead Curve
    Forward / Striker
    Expected OVR
    75.2
    Estimated rating for age
    Curve Gap
    +4.8
    Current OVR vs expected
    Peak Window
    28–32
    Typical peak age range
    Potential Progress
    100%
    +0 OVR remaining

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

    Key Attributes

    Pace
    53
    Shooting
    78
    Passing
    82
    Dribbling
    78
    Defending
    72
    Physical
    61

    All Attributes

    Pace
    52
    Acceleration
    54
    Sprint Speed
    Shooting
    77
    Finishing
    76
    Positioning
    81
    Shot Power
    78
    Long Shots
    79
    Penalties
    75
    Volleys
    Passing
    81
    Vision
    77
    Crossing
    80
    FK Accuracy
    84
    Long Passing
    84
    Short Passing
    84
    Curve
    Dribbling
    59
    Agility
    74
    Balance
    78
    Reactions
    77
    Composure
    82
    Ball Control
    80
    Dribbling
    Defending
    76
    Interceptions
    47
    Heading Acc..
    76
    Def Aware..
    74
    Stand Tackle
    67
    Sliding Tackle
    Physical
    54
    Jumping
    61
    Stamina
    58
    Strength
    70
    Aggression
    Goalkeeping
    11
    Diving
    14
    Handling
    5
    Kicking
    13
    Positioning
    5
    Reflexes

    PlayStyles

    Tiki Taka PlayStyleTiki Taka
    First Touch PlayStyleFirst Touch
    Press Proven PlayStylePress Proven

    Roles

    CM
    Playmaker+
    CDM
    Deep-Lying Playmaker+
    CAM
    Shadow Striker+

    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 İlkay Gündoğan's Career Mode potential?+

    İlkay Gündoğan has 80 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 80.

    How much can İlkay Gündoğan grow?+

    İlkay Gündoğan can grow by 0 overall, from 80 to 80 potential.

    What is İlkay Gündoğan's best position?+

    İlkay Gündoğan's main position is CM. He can also play CDM, CAM.

    Is İlkay Gündoğan good in Career Mode?+

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

    What are İlkay Gündoğan's strongest attributes?+

    İlkay Gündoğan's strongest areas are Passing (82) and Shooting (78), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

    İlkay Gündoğan Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth