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Marcelo Esponda Career Mode Potential

Newell's Old Boys BadgeNewell's Old Boys
Argentina Primera División (1) LogoArgentina Primera División (1)
Argentina FlagArgentina
66
OVR
73
POT

Player Info

NameMarcelo Esponda
PositionCDM
Alt. PositionsCMCB
Age23
Preferred FootRight
Date of Birth15 Jan 2003
Height176cm (5' 9")
Weight76kg (168 lbs)
Body TypeAvg & Normal
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID271767

Marcelo Esponda Career Mode rating and potential

Marcelo Esponda is a development CDM for Newell's Old Boys in Argentina Primera División (1). At 66 overall with 73 potential, he has solid potential and profiles as a high-upside young player 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
    • Passing may limit midfield control
    Best For

      Current Club

      Value€1.6m
      Wage€4k
      Kit Number29
      Joined12th September 2022
      Contract Expiry2026

      Career Mode Growth Curve

      This player is close to their expected development curve.

      Normal
      Curve Status
      On Curve
      Forward / Striker
      Expected OVR
      66.4
      Estimated rating for age
      Curve Gap
      -0.4
      Current OVR vs expected
      Peak Window
      28–32
      Typical peak age range
      Potential Progress
      90%
      +7 OVR remaining

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      Curve Gap

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      Growth Outlook

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      Peak Window

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      Similar Players

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

      Key Attributes

      Pace
      68
      Shooting
      65
      Passing
      63
      Dribbling
      66
      Defending
      63
      Physical
      65

      All Attributes

      Pace
      68
      Acceleration
      68
      Sprint Speed
      Shooting
      64
      Finishing
      65
      Positioning
      68
      Shot Power
      65
      Long Shots
      59
      Penalties
      59
      Volleys
      Passing
      64
      Vision
      61
      Crossing
      62
      FK Accuracy
      62
      Long Passing
      65
      Short Passing
      59
      Curve
      Dribbling
      64
      Agility
      68
      Balance
      68
      Reactions
      60
      Composure
      66
      Ball Control
      67
      Dribbling
      Defending
      64
      Interceptions
      55
      Heading Acc..
      66
      Def Aware..
      63
      Stand Tackle
      63
      Sliding Tackle
      Physical
      66
      Jumping
      67
      Stamina
      65
      Strength
      64
      Aggression
      Goalkeeping
      11
      Diving
      8
      Handling
      12
      Kicking
      5
      Positioning
      6
      Reflexes

      PlayStyles

      Roles

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

      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 Marcelo Esponda's Career Mode potential?+

      Marcelo Esponda has 73 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 66.

      How much can Marcelo Esponda grow?+

      Marcelo Esponda can grow by +7 overall, from 66 to 73 potential.

      What is Marcelo Esponda's best position?+

      Marcelo Esponda's main position is CDM. He can also play CM, CB.

      Is Marcelo Esponda good in Career Mode?+

      Marcelo Esponda is a strong Career Mode option for teams needing a CDM. At 66 overall with 73 potential, he is best suited to clubs that need quality now with some room to grow.

      What are Marcelo Esponda's strongest attributes?+

      Marcelo Esponda's strongest areas are Pace (68) and Dribbling (66), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

      Marcelo Esponda Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth