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Josh Murphy Career Mode Potential

Portsmouth BadgePortsmouth
England Championship (2) LogoEngland Championship (2)
England FlagEngland
73
OVR
73
POT

Player Info

NameJosh Murphy
PositionLM
Alt. PositionsLW
Age31
Preferred FootRight
Date of Birth25 Feb 1995
Height179cm (5' 10")
Weight67kg (148 lbs)
Body TypeAvg & Lean
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID206083

Josh Murphy Career Mode rating and potential

Josh Murphy is a useful LM for Portsmouth in England Championship (2). At 73 overall with 73 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
  • Excellent pace
Weaknesses
  • Limited defensive contribution
  • May struggle physically
  • Finishing may need development
  • Passing may limit midfield control
Best For
  • Counter-attacking systems

Current Club

Value€2.5m
Wage€16k
Kit Number23
Joined2nd July 2024
Contract Expiry2028

Career Mode Growth Curve

This player is close to their expected development curve.

Normal
Curve Status
On Curve
Forward / Striker
Expected OVR
73
Estimated rating for age
Curve Gap
0
Current OVR vs expected
Peak Window
28–32
Typical peak age range
Potential Progress
100%
+0 OVR remaining

Understanding the Career Mode growth curve

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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 Josh Murphy in Career Mode, based on position, age, overall rating, potential and key attributes.

Key Attributes

Pace
91
Shooting
69
Passing
68
Dribbling
73
Defending
38
Physical
61

All Attributes

Pace
92
Acceleration
90
Sprint Speed
Shooting
68
Finishing
69
Positioning
74
Shot Power
70
Long Shots
58
Penalties
62
Volleys
Passing
70
Vision
74
Crossing
62
FK Accuracy
63
Long Passing
66
Short Passing
74
Curve
Dribbling
87
Agility
81
Balance
68
Reactions
71
Composure
69
Ball Control
73
Dribbling
Defending
33
Interceptions
38
Heading Acc..
48
Def Aware..
40
Stand Tackle
30
Sliding Tackle
Physical
64
Jumping
69
Stamina
57
Strength
59
Aggression
Goalkeeping
10
Diving
12
Handling
10
Kicking
15
Positioning
15
Reflexes

PlayStyles

Finesse Shot PlayStyleFinesse Shot
Low Driven Shot PlayStyleLow Driven Shot
Whipped Crosser PlayStyleWhipped Crosser
Inventive PlayStyleInventive
Technical PlayStyleTechnical

Roles

LM
Winger+
LM
Inside Forward+
LW
Inside Forward+

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 Josh Murphy's Career Mode potential?+

Josh Murphy has 73 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 73.

How much can Josh Murphy grow?+

Josh Murphy can grow by 0 overall, from 73 to 73 potential.

What is Josh Murphy's best position?+

Josh Murphy's main position is LM. He can also play LW.

Is Josh Murphy good in Career Mode?+

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

What are Josh Murphy's strongest attributes?+

Josh Murphy's strongest areas are Pace (91) and Dribbling (73), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

Josh Murphy Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth