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Katie Zelem Career Mode Potential

West Ham United BadgeWest Ham United
England WSL (1) LogoEngland WSL (1)
England FlagEngland
80
OVR
80
POT

Player Info

NameKatie Zelem
PositionCDM
Alt. PositionsCMCB
Age30
Preferred FootRight
Date of Birth21 Jan 1996
Height163cm (5' 4")
Weight53kg (117 lbs)
Body TypeShort & Normal
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID265273

Katie Zelem Career Mode rating and potential

Katie Zelem is a high-level CDM for West Ham United in England WSL (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
  • Strong physical presence
  • Ready for first-team football
Weaknesses
    Best For

      Current Club

      Loaned FromLondon City Lionesses
      Loan Ends1st July 2026
      Value€17.5m
      Wage€3k
      Kit Number10
      Joined29th August 2025
      Contract Expiry2027

      Career Mode Growth Curve

      This player is close to their expected development curve.

      Normal
      Curve Status
      On Curve
      Forward / Striker
      Expected OVR
      80
      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

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      Growth Outlook

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      Similar Players

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

      Key Attributes

      Pace
      68
      Shooting
      78
      Passing
      81
      Dribbling
      79
      Defending
      77
      Physical
      81

      All Attributes

      Pace
      68
      Acceleration
      68
      Sprint Speed
      Shooting
      79
      Finishing
      63
      Positioning
      80
      Shot Power
      79
      Long Shots
      79
      Penalties
      68
      Volleys
      Passing
      85
      Vision
      75
      Crossing
      75
      FK Accuracy
      77
      Long Passing
      83
      Short Passing
      87
      Curve
      Dribbling
      66
      Agility
      76
      Balance
      77
      Reactions
      84
      Composure
      84
      Ball Control
      78
      Dribbling
      Defending
      79
      Interceptions
      76
      Heading Acc..
      75
      Def Aware..
      78
      Stand Tackle
      75
      Sliding Tackle
      Physical
      83
      Jumping
      87
      Stamina
      78
      Strength
      78
      Aggression
      Goalkeeping
      5
      Diving
      10
      Handling
      13
      Kicking
      6
      Positioning
      7
      Reflexes

      PlayStyles

      Dead Ball PlayStyleDead Ball
      Incisive Pass PlayStyleIncisive Pass
      Long Ball Pass PlayStyleLong Ball Pass
      Bruiser PlayStyleBruiser

      Roles

      CDM
      Centre-Half+
      CDM
      Deep-Lying Playmaker+
      CM
      Deep-Lying Playmaker+

      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 Katie Zelem's Career Mode potential?+

      Katie Zelem has 80 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 80.

      How much can Katie Zelem grow?+

      Katie Zelem can grow by 0 overall, from 80 to 80 potential.

      What is Katie Zelem's best position?+

      Katie Zelem's main position is CDM. He can also play CM, CB.

      Is Katie Zelem good in Career Mode?+

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

      What are Katie Zelem's strongest attributes?+

      Katie Zelem's strongest areas are Passing (81) and Physical (81), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

      Katie Zelem Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth