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Salford City BadgeSalford City
England League Two (4) LogoEngland League Two (4)
England FlagEngland
61
OVR
79
POT

Player Info

NameMatt Young
PositionGK
Alt. Positions
Age19
Preferred FootRight
Date of Birth25 Nov 2006
Height191cm (6' 3")
Weight87kg (192 lbs)
Body TypeTall & Normal
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID279028

Matt Young Career Mode rating and potential

Matt Young is a development GK for Salford City in England League Two (4). At 61 overall with 79 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
Best For
  • Long-term Career Mode projects
  • Lower-budget development saves

Current Club

Loaned FromSunderland
Loan Ends1st July 2026
Value€750k
Wage€500
Kit Number1
Joined5th November 2023
Contract Expiry2028

Career Mode Growth Curve

This player is slightly ahead of their expected development curve.

Normal
Curve Status
On Curve
Forward / Striker
Expected OVR
58.5
Estimated rating for age
Curve Gap
+2.5
Current OVR vs expected
Peak Window
28–32
Typical peak age range
Potential Progress
77%
+18 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 Matt Young in Career Mode, based on position, age, overall rating, potential and key attributes.

Key Attributes

Pace
62
Shooting
60
Passing
59
Dribbling
62
Defending
38
Physical
60

All Attributes

Pace
36
Acceleration
41
Sprint Speed
Shooting
9
Finishing
7
Positioning
44
Shot Power
6
Long Shots
16
Penalties
6
Volleys
Passing
28
Vision
13
Crossing
10
FK Accuracy
26
Long Passing
25
Short Passing
11
Curve
Dribbling
39
Agility
28
Balance
54
Reactions
24
Composure
18
Ball Control
6
Dribbling
Defending
6
Interceptions
13
Heading Acc..
14
Def Aware..
11
Stand Tackle
14
Sliding Tackle
Physical
55
Jumping
20
Stamina
59
Strength
20
Aggression
Goalkeeping
62
Diving
60
Handling
59
Kicking
62
Positioning
60
Reflexes

PlayStyles

Roles

GK
Sweeper Keeper+

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 Matt Young's Career Mode potential?+

Matt Young has 79 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 61.

How much can Matt Young grow?+

Matt Young can grow by +18 overall, from 61 to 79 potential.

What is Matt Young's best position?+

Matt Young's main position is GK. He can also play .

Is Matt Young good in Career Mode?+

Matt Young is a strong Career Mode option for teams needing a GK. At 61 overall with 79 potential, he is best suited to clubs that need quality now with some room to grow.

What are Matt Young's strongest attributes?+

Matt Young's strongest areas are Pace (62) and Dribbling (62), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

Matt Young Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth