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Mansfield Town BadgeMansfield Town
England League One (3) LogoEngland League One (3)
Republic of Ireland FlagRepublic of Ireland
62
OVR
73
POT

Player Info

NameJoe Gardner
PositionLM
Alt. PositionsSTCAMLW
Age21
Preferred FootRight
Date of Birth7 Jun 2005
Height178cm (5' 10")
Weight70kg (154 lbs)
Body TypeAvg & Lean
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID70228

Joe Gardner Career Mode rating and potential

Joe Gardner is a development LM for Mansfield Town in England League One (3). At 62 overall with 73 potential, he has solid potential and profiles as a wonderkid in Career Mode. His strongest area is pace, making him especially useful for teams that need quality in that part of the pitch.

Strengths
  • High growth potential
Weaknesses
  • Limited defensive contribution
  • May struggle physically
  • Finishing may need development
  • Passing may limit midfield control
Best For
  • Long-term Career Mode projects
  • Lower-budget development saves

Current Club

Loaned FromNottingham Forest
Loan Ends1st July 2026
Value€900k
Wage€600
Kit Number28
Joined2nd July 2023
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
57.7
Estimated rating for age
Curve Gap
+4.3
Current OVR vs expected
Peak Window
28–32
Typical peak age range
Potential Progress
85%
+11 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 Joe Gardner in Career Mode, based on position, age, overall rating, potential and key attributes.

Key Attributes

Pace
76
Shooting
59
Passing
57
Dribbling
63
Defending
31
Physical
58

All Attributes

Pace
75
Acceleration
77
Sprint Speed
Shooting
58
Finishing
59
Positioning
63
Shot Power
59
Long Shots
58
Penalties
58
Volleys
Passing
59
Vision
57
Crossing
52
FK Accuracy
55
Long Passing
59
Short Passing
55
Curve
Dribbling
72
Agility
70
Balance
58
Reactions
58
Composure
59
Ball Control
63
Dribbling
Defending
25
Interceptions
47
Heading Acc..
25
Def Aware..
34
Stand Tackle
34
Sliding Tackle
Physical
71
Jumping
62
Stamina
60
Strength
46
Aggression
Goalkeeping
9
Diving
6
Handling
10
Kicking
14
Positioning
7
Reflexes

PlayStyles

Roles

LM
Winger+
ST
Advanced Forward+
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 Joe Gardner's Career Mode potential?+

Joe Gardner has 73 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 62.

How much can Joe Gardner grow?+

Joe Gardner can grow by +11 overall, from 62 to 73 potential.

What is Joe Gardner's best position?+

Joe Gardner's main position is LM. He can also play ST, CAM, LW.

Is Joe Gardner good in Career Mode?+

Joe Gardner is a strong Career Mode option for teams needing a LM. At 62 overall with 73 potential, he is best suited to clubs that need quality now with some room to grow.

What are Joe Gardner's strongest attributes?+

Joe Gardner's strongest areas are Pace (76) and Dribbling (63), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

Joe Gardner Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth