Football Manager 2024 is loaded with lots of unreal hidden wonderkids. With the release of the Major Winter Transfers & Data Update, there are more hidden wonderkids on FM24 to discover!
Today we will take a closer look at some of these unreal hidden wonderkids gems that you must-sign on Football Manager 2024. This guide is a great follow-up to our previous recommendations of great under-21 gems that you should know of.
At FM24 release, we looked at 14 hidden Football Manager 2024 wonderkids including Scottish goalkeeper wonderkid, Callan McKenna, who signed for Bournemouth in the January transfer window. Now, it’s time to bring further suggestions of the best young players with great potential on Football Manager 2024 that are based in minor nations and got a lower reputation than the top wonderkids of FM24.
In our hunt for the best hidden wonderkids on FM24 Winter Transfer Update, we have scoured the world for all the hidden gems under the age of 21 on Football Manager 2024.
Grab yourself a pen and a paper, or load up Football Manager 2024 and discover all these ‘unknown gems’ that you really NEED to know of on FM24! I’m sure there are names and new discoveries when we give you 10 more must-buy FM24 hidden wonderkids!
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10 Must-Buy FM24 Hidden Wonderkids on the Major Winter Data Update
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Arda Akgün / 16 / Balikesirspor
Arda Akgün is one of many Turkish hidden wonderkids. The young right winger playing Balikesirspor in the 3.Liga is one of the breakthrough stars in the Turkish fourth tier.
Standing out for his quickness, abilities in one-on-one situations, ball control and creativity, Arda Akgün looks like the cheaper option to Jack Grealish or Jeremy Doku. His finishing of 10 enables you to play him as an Advanced Forward or increase his positional abilities to play as an Inside Forward who cuts inside from the left wing.
Potential: 130-160
Transfer Value: €60K-200K
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Andrés Romero / 20 / Dun.Streda (Monagas)
If you’re on the hunt for a complete midfielder who can be used in a number of different roles, then 20-year-old Venezuelan wonderkid Andrés Romero could be the perfect signing. Currently loaned out to Dun. Streda from Monagas in Venezuela, this versatile midfielder could be a great signing for first division clubs hunting for promotion.
At loan in Slovaka, the central midfielder has only received two matches in the Nike Liga. However, his overall skills and potential could make him into one of the best Venezuelan players on FM24 in the future. Able to play as a deep-lying playmaker or a Mezzala, this creative midfielder stands out for his tactical knowledge, one-on-one abilities and ball control. He can even be used as an attacking midfielder or as a wide playmaker, as he got great crossing, passing, dribbling, and acceleration and pace.
Potential: 130-160
Transfer Value: €200K-600K
Luis Ángel Díaz / 19 / Envigado
By scouting for wonderkids in Colombia you have the potential to find a number of amazing FM24 wonderkids. Apart from Oscar Perea, Jhon Solis and Mateo Caicedo, we have players like Luis Àngel Díaz – a creative winger with 13 in acceleration and dribbling.
The 19 year old Inside Forward has made 9 appearances in the Liga Dimayor I 2023-24 – making one assist. His overall technical abilities with the ball, coupled with his physical attributes provides a great foundation to develop Luis Àngel Díaz into a great cheap inside forward for the future.
With his high aggression and decent flair and vision he can create chances, hunt relentlessly for the ball out of possession and be a wonderful signing for a team playing a counter-pressing or tiki-taka tactical style
Potential: 130-160
Transfer Value: €450K-1.4Mill
Josen Escobar / 18 / América de Cali
When Brighton signed Moises Caicedo from Independiente del Valle for €28.20m and later sold for €116m two years later it was seen as the biggest coup in history. Now, you can do a similar coup on FM24.
For less than €2.5Mill you can get one of the biggest defensive midfielder wonderkids in South America. 18-year-old Josen Escobar, who plays for America de Cali, is a creative defensive midfielder who can either be used as a deep-lying playmaker in a 3-4-2-1 system or as a box to box midfielder / central midfielder in a 4-3-3 system, despite of a below the par off the ball movement.
His vision, passing and work rate of 13 are all ideal skills for a playmaker.
Potential: 130-160
Transfer Value: €700K-2.2Mill
Oscar Zambrano / 19 / Liga de Quito
You can also choose to upgrade Josen Escobar into Oscar Zambrano – a deep-lying playmaker with 15 in vision, 14 in technique and 15 in decision-making.
By signing Oscar Zambrano you will get a more tactical skilled central midfielder. The positioning and decision-making and work rate of above 13 gives you the opportunity to re-train him into a defensive midielder in the role of Regista.
This Ecuadorian wonderkid midfielder could become a great signing for any clubs in Spain, Portugal or France. He’s already got the potential to play at the highest level of football with the third highest potential range.
Potential: 140-170
Transfer Value: €1-3.7Mill
Keny Arroyo / 17 / Independiente del Valle
From the Academy that brought us Kendry Paez has given us another promising talent to watch for. Keny Arroyo is one of the new wonderkids on FM24 winter transfer update. The 17-year-old winger has made 14 appearances for the Ecuadorian Under-17 national team – scoring 4 goals. He was part of the FIFA World Cup Under-17 squad for Ecuador and is currently promoted to the first team of Independiente del Valle.
Keny Arroyo is a promising inverted winger who can make his major breakthrough in 2024. Standing out for his accerelation of 14, wonderful close control and abilities in one-on-one situations with 14 in dribbling, first touch and technique – Keny Arroyo is a name to remember, even though he doesnt stand out for his physic or mental abilities on FM24.
The young rough diamond has been used in a number of positions for Ecuador U17 or at Independiente del Valle. You can take advantage of his quick burst of sprints and above average finishing by re-training him into a wonderful shadow striker or advanced forward.
At the tender age of 17, I’m sure we have not heard the last from this new Ecuadorian wonderkid plying through the renown Independiente del Valle Academy.
Potential: 130-160
Transfer Value: €500K-1.5Mill
Noa Mikic / 16 / Dinamo Zagreb
Noa Mikic is another one of the new wonderkids in FM24 after winter transfer update. Along side hidden wonderkids like Marin Soticek and Fabijan Krivak (NK Lokomotiv Zagreb), Noa Mikic is a name to remember!
The 16-year-old right back debuted for the Croatian Under-17 national team February 8th, 2023. The 175cm tall attacking wingback got all the skills required to stretch the play and offering overlaps and crosses from the right flank.
His abilities in FM24 is already outstanding for his age with 12 in crossing, 13 in off the ball movement,12 in acceleration and 12 in dribbling. You can use him in a traditional 4-3-3 system similar to how Kyle Walker or Kieran Tippier as he has some of the same abilities.
His tactical understanding, both in and out of possession, the ability to run up and down the pitch and cover the entire right flank makes him able to play in any tactics, whether you prefer a modern 3-4-2-1 system or a more classic 4-2-3-1 tactic.
Potential: 130-160
Transfer Value: €1.3-4Mill
Everardo Lopez / 18 / Toluca
For less than €1million you can sign a promising centre back who have already debuted for the Mexican Under-23 national team. The 180cm tall up and coming central defender has already debuted for Toluca by making two appearances in the Liga MX Apertura.
In FM24, Everardo Lopez‘s attributes might not stand out immediately but if you keep him on the shortlist and follow his progress for the upcoming seasons, he could be a great cheap wonderkid signing.
His acceleration of 13, strength, tackling, positioning and anticipation of 11 gives a great foundation for future development. He is probably best used in the role of a central defender with defend or stopper duty but he has decent abilities with the ball to play as a ball playing defender in your system.
Potential: 130-160
Transfer Value: €300K-800K
Dor Turgeman / 19 / Maccabi Tel-Aviv
Last time, we recommended Idan Toklomati. This time we have found a new hidden gem in Israel. Dor Turgeman is a 19-year-old wide forward or central forward who plays for Maccabi Tel-Aviv. He has already debuted for both the first team of the Israelic National team and in Ligat ha’Al. This season he has scored 7 goals in 24 appearances playing both as a centre forward in a 4-2-1-2 system, right or left winger in a more classic 4-3-3 system.
With 13 in finishing, heading, composure and flair, as well as 14 in technique and acceleration he has all the right abilities to lead the line and be that out-and-out striker you need to convert chances into goals.
He would be a wonderful choice as an Advanced forward or Inside Forward and could be a wonderful signing for Italian, Dutch or Championship sides due to his great physical attributes. He can also score goals from both aerial situations, set-pieces and on the counter.
Remember the name – Dor Turgeman!
Potential: 150
Transfer Value: €1.5-3.8Mill
Andrej Subotic / 16 / Cukaricki
Andrej Subotic is a promising attacking midfielder who made his debut for the Serbian Under-18 national team in September 2023 – only a month after turning 16.
Currently part of the Under-19s of Cukaricki, Andrej Subotic has made 3 assists, scored 4 goals over 16 appearances in the Omladinska liga – the U19s league. Subotic is a player that can play in any positions up front and got all the technical and mental attributes to be both a goalscorer and a chance creator from that number 10 spot who roams between lines.
With all key attributes for the AMC position above 10, Andrej Subotic can be a great signing for the future. You can re-train him into a False Nine or improve his acceleration and pace to improve his abilities as a Shadow Striker.
Potential: 120-150
Transfer Value: €800K-2.5Mill
Mario Sauer / 19 / Zilina
Mario Sauer is a rising talent in Slovakian football. Even though his 3 years younger brother, Leo Sauer, is probably better known to you, Mario has started to gain more reputation despite making the debut in the Fortuna Liga in February 2022. Since then he has made appearances for MSK Zilina. This season he has made 6 assists and scored 3 goals over 19 appearances which has earned him a call-up to the Slovakian National team.
The 180cm tall attacking midfielder stands out for his flair and quickness in Football Manager. According to a scout report on Mario Sauer on TargetScouting he’s more attacking minded midfielder and would therefore be recommended to be used as an AMC in a 4-2-3-1 system.
For around €500K, you can make a truly bargain by signing this Slovakian hidden wonderkid – especially if you’re playing in a minor nation such as Belgium Holland, Croatia or Serbia.
Potential: 120-150
Transfer Value: €250K-750K
Kayode Bankole / 20 / Remo Stars
Any teams need a reliable goalkeeper. For years, Moises Ramirez has been our go-to player for hidden wonderkids goalkeepers but for FM24 there are two Nigerian goalkeepers battling for the attention. The first is Nathaniel Nwosu, that everyone knows about by now. The other is three years older Kayode Bankole at Remo Stars.
Standing out for his aerial ability, command of area and good communication to direct the defenders positioning to avoid conceding goals, this Nigerian goalkeeper wonderkid has great abilities for anyone wishing to play with a high defensive line.
Apart from handling and reflexes and the ability to save shots, he got great rushing out and fairly good one-on-ones abilities. With an height of 185cm he got great reach and could be a decent bargain for you!
Potential: 145
Transfer Value: €300K-900K
El Hadji Malick Diouf / 18 / Slavia Prague
When Tromsø signed El Hadji Malick Diouf – a rather unknown Senegalese defender for only €50K in February 2023, eyebrows where rised. But one year later Slavia Prague signed these left back for €1.7mill making the Norwegian club turn a huge profit for taking the risk!
In FM24, El Hadji Malick Diouf looks like an amazing wonderkid. At the age of 18, you’re looking at a player you can sign and put into your first team squad already – especially if managing in the Championship.
Even though he is more expensive than the rest of our list of hidden wonderkids for FM24, you can turn a huge profit by developing this attacking wingback in 3-5 years time.
Standing out for his aggression of 16, strength of 14, anticipation of 14, bravery of 15 and natural fitness of 17, you have a physical imposing defender who can close down and win possession high up the pitch. His defensive skills and height of 183cm will make any pacy winger afraid to come up against El Hadji Diouf.
Potential: 130-160
Transfer Value: €5-15Mill
Max Johnston / 19 / Sturm Graz
If you enjoy the abilities of Liverpool’s Scottish wingback Conor Bradley, then you will probably fancy the Scottish version. Max Johnston is a product of Motherwell and received his first team debut already in February 2021. Signed by Sturm Graz in 2023 after making 19 appearances for Motherwell, the attacking right back could turn out to be the replacement for Andrew Robertson in the Scottish national team in the future.
The 185cm tall fullback likes to get forward whenever possible and use his magnificent crossing abilities and ball control to get to the byline and create chances from wide positions. Even though he lacks some quickness to be described as a future world-class wingback, he got great stamina, work rate and determination and can develop into a great right back for Premier League teams in the future.
Potential: 130-160
Transfer Value: €2.5-7.5Mill
Elliot Myles / 16 / Norwich
This time, we couldn’t release a hidden wonderkids review without including at least one English wonderkid. Our recommendation falls down to Norwich’s highly promising attacking midfielder, Elliot Myles.
Elliot Myles has represented both Wales and England’s youth national teams. In 2022, he scored four goals over 8 appearances for Wales U17 before electing to represent England Under-17 in 2023.
In FM24, Elliot Myles has a lot of areas to improve to become a great international player. However, his ball control, passing, creativity and ability to carry the ball into more dangerous areas are significant traits you want in an attacking midfielder.
Able to play as an Advanced Playmaker or Attacking Midfielder in a 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-2-1 system, Elliot Myles is one of the cheaper English wonderkids on FM24 that you need to look at!
Potential: 120-150
Transfer Value: €500K-1.5Mill
Honorable Mentions:
- Miguel Monsalve (19) – Independiente Medellin – AMC – €650K-2M
- Allen Obando (17) – Barcelona SC – ST – €700K-2M
- Luka Topalovic (17) – Domzale – AMC – €400K-1M
- Marin Soticek (18) – Lokomotiv Zagreb – AMRL – €900K-2.6M
- Mustafa Hekimoglu (16) – Besiktas – AMRL/ST – €700K-2M
- Norberto Bedolla (17) – Club America – GK – €400K-1.2M
- Yerson Chacon (20) – Deportiva Tachira – AMRL – €375K-1M
- Luciano Rodríguez (19) – Liverpool FC – AMRL/ST – €900K-2.7M
- Fabijan Krivak (18) – Lokomotiva Zagreb – M/AMC – €900K-2.6M
- Asen Mitkov (18) – Levski Sofia – M/AMC – €900K-2.6M
- Abdoulaye Djire (17) – RC Abidjan – MC – €65K-200K
- Vicente Pizarro (20) – Colo Colo – DM/MC – €800K-2.4M
- Yerson Chacon (20) – Deportivo Tachira – AMRL – €375K-1M
- Lennon Miller (16) – Motherwell – AMC – €3-8.5M
- Andrii Stefanyshyn (16) – Dnipro – DC – €250K-750K
- Cyprian Popielec (16) – KGHM Zaglebie – M/AMC – €150K-500K
- Sydney Ozasuwa (16) – Leganes – ST – €400K-1.2M
- Marcel Ratnik (19) – Olimpija – DC – €700K-2M
- Ayberk Karapo (18) – Manisa FK – DRC – €700K-2M
- Ignacio Tapia (18) – Belgrano – AMC – €3-8M
- Samuel Lucero (17) – Defensa y Justica – DC – €3-10M
- Thiago Martinez (15) – Defensa y Justica – M/AMC – €3-10M
Download Shortlist of FM24 Hidden Wonderkids
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Released: 12.11.2023
Updated: 03.04.2024 for 24.3 patch
Version: 2.1
Number of Players: ~200
