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João Paulo Career Mode Potential

FCSB BadgeFCSB
Romania Liga I (1) LogoRomania Liga I (1)
Cape Verde Islands FlagCape Verde Islands
66
OVR
67
POT

Player Info

NameJoão Paulo
PositionCM
Alt. PositionsCDMLB
Age28
Preferred FootLeft
Date of Birth27 May 1998
Height180cm (5' 11")
Weight78kg (172 lbs)
Body TypeAvg & Normal
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID79254

João Paulo Career Mode rating and potential

João Paulo is a development CM for FCSB in Romania Liga I (1). At 66 overall with 67 potential, he has solid potential and profiles as a squad option in Career Mode. His strongest area is pace, making him especially useful for teams that need quality in that part of the pitch.

Strengths
    Weaknesses
    • May struggle physically
    • Passing may limit midfield control
    Best For

      Current Club

      Value€950k
      Wage€7k
      Kit Number18
      Joined4th February 2026
      Contract Expiry2027

      National Team

      Kit Number8

      Career Mode Growth Curve

      This player is close to their expected development curve.

      Normal
      Curve Status
      On Curve
      Forward / Striker
      Expected OVR
      67
      Estimated rating for age
      Curve Gap
      -1
      Current OVR vs expected
      Peak Window
      28–32
      Typical peak age range
      Potential Progress
      99%
      +1 OVR remaining

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      Similar Players

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

      Key Attributes

      Pace
      71
      Shooting
      60
      Passing
      64
      Dribbling
      65
      Defending
      62
      Physical
      64

      All Attributes

      Pace
      69
      Acceleration
      72
      Sprint Speed
      Shooting
      60
      Finishing
      63
      Positioning
      63
      Shot Power
      62
      Long Shots
      56
      Penalties
      50
      Volleys
      Passing
      66
      Vision
      60
      Crossing
      54
      FK Accuracy
      65
      Long Passing
      68
      Short Passing
      55
      Curve
      Dribbling
      62
      Agility
      64
      Balance
      64
      Reactions
      61
      Composure
      67
      Ball Control
      65
      Dribbling
      Defending
      60
      Interceptions
      52
      Heading Acc..
      64
      Def Aware..
      66
      Stand Tackle
      60
      Sliding Tackle
      Physical
      64
      Jumping
      66
      Stamina
      64
      Strength
      60
      Aggression
      Goalkeeping
      14
      Diving
      6
      Handling
      12
      Kicking
      6
      Positioning
      15
      Reflexes

      PlayStyles

      Roles

      CM
      Holding+
      CM
      Box-to-Box+
      CDM
      Holding+
      LB
      Falseback+

      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 João Paulo's Career Mode potential?+

      João Paulo has 67 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 66.

      How much can João Paulo grow?+

      João Paulo can grow by +1 overall, from 66 to 67 potential.

      What is João Paulo's best position?+

      João Paulo's main position is CM. He can also play CDM, LB.

      Is João Paulo good in Career Mode?+

      João Paulo is a strong Career Mode option for teams needing a CM. At 66 overall with 67 potential, he is best suited to clubs that need quality now with some room to grow.

      What are João Paulo's strongest attributes?+

      João Paulo's strongest areas are Pace (71) and Dribbling (65), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

      João Paulo Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth