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Mateo Kovačić Career Mode Potential

Manchester City BadgeManchester City
England Premier League (1) LogoEngland Premier League (1)
Croatia FlagCroatia
82
OVR
82
POT

Player Info

NameMateo Kovačić
PositionCM
Alt. PositionsCDMCAM
Age32
Preferred FootRight
Date of Birth7 May 1994
Height177cm (5' 10")
Weight77kg (170 lbs)
Body TypeAvg & Normal
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID207410

Mateo Kovačić Career Mode rating and potential

Mateo Kovačić is a high-level CM for Manchester City in England Premier League (1). At 82 overall with 82 potential, he has strong potential and profiles as a first-team option in Career Mode. His strongest area is dribbling, making him especially useful for teams that need quality in that part of the pitch.

Strengths
  • Strong passing ability
  • Ready for first-team football
Weaknesses
    Best For
    • Top division saves

    Current Club

    Value€24m
    Wage€140k
    Kit Number8
    Joined28th June 2023
    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
    82
    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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    Peak Window

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    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 Mateo Kovačić in Career Mode, based on position, age, overall rating, potential and key attributes.

    Key Attributes

    Pace
    66
    Shooting
    74
    Passing
    80
    Dribbling
    81
    Defending
    73
    Physical
    71

    All Attributes

    Pace
    68
    Acceleration
    64
    Sprint Speed
    Shooting
    68
    Finishing
    75
    Positioning
    81
    Shot Power
    85
    Long Shots
    59
    Penalties
    76
    Volleys
    Passing
    81
    Vision
    73
    Crossing
    70
    FK Accuracy
    82
    Long Passing
    85
    Short Passing
    78
    Curve
    Dribbling
    69
    Agility
    75
    Balance
    83
    Reactions
    82
    Composure
    84
    Ball Control
    83
    Dribbling
    Defending
    75
    Interceptions
    42
    Heading Acc..
    76
    Def Aware..
    76
    Stand Tackle
    78
    Sliding Tackle
    Physical
    61
    Jumping
    75
    Stamina
    68
    Strength
    77
    Aggression
    Goalkeeping
    9
    Diving
    5
    Handling
    6
    Kicking
    7
    Positioning
    7
    Reflexes

    PlayStyles

    Incisive Pass PlayStyleIncisive Pass
    Press Proven PlayStylePress Proven

    Roles

    CM
    Playmaker+
    CDM
    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 Mateo Kovačić's Career Mode potential?+

    Mateo Kovačić has 82 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 82.

    How much can Mateo Kovačić grow?+

    Mateo Kovačić can grow by 0 overall, from 82 to 82 potential.

    What is Mateo Kovačić's best position?+

    Mateo Kovačić's main position is CM. He can also play CDM, CAM.

    Is Mateo Kovačić good in Career Mode?+

    Mateo Kovačić is a strong Career Mode option for teams needing a CM. At 82 overall with 82 potential, he is best suited to clubs that need quality now with some room to grow.

    What are Mateo Kovačić's strongest attributes?+

    Mateo Kovačić's strongest areas are Dribbling (81) and Passing (80), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

    Mateo Kovačić Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth