Here are my top 7 picks which I will categorise as bargain buys for most small/lower league clubs in FM20.
Bear in mind that what I am categorising as bargain buys for lower league clubs are players who’s asking price is less than £1m GBP.
Here are my top 7 picks which I will categorise as bargain buys for most small/lower league clubs in FM20. Bear in mind that what I am categorising as bargain buys for lower league clubs are players who’s asking price is less than £1m GBP.
The list does not include players who are available on a free transfer, or so called free agents in FM20.
The order of players is also randomised and each player could be used differently based on what you require.
The current and potential abilities may vary slightly depending on the save.
1. Hicham Khaloula
- Current Ability- 119
- Potential Ability- 134
The Moroccan winger is extremely versatile and can play on both the wings or as a striker comfortably making him easy to fit into any tactic. Khaloua is an accomplished finisher and has very very good technical stats for a player valued so low. He is also very unpredictable with the ball making it tough for defenders to contain him. Considering that he can be purchased for under £1m, any FM manager working with a small club should immediately go for this winger.
2. Gonzalo Villar
- Current Ability- 115
- Potential Ability- 144
Gonzalo Villar has the potential to be one of the best central midfielders for almost all lower tier clubs and even many mid tiered clubs. His passing range and ability are right up there with the very best footballers and since he is only 21, he can only get better with age. This is an automatic pickup for managers working with small clubs, especially considering the fact that he is available for such a low price.
3. Jores Okore
- Current Ability- 118
- Potential Ability- 155
Okore has one of the best mental stats in the game for a player who is valued at lesser than £1m. The aggressive centre back has even represented his national team Denmark and is most definitely a bargain for any small sized club.
4. Enzo Perez
- Current Ability- 134
- Potential Ability- 155
Having been a regular for many Champion’s League level clubs and a regular for the Argentinian national team, it may come as a surprise to many that Perez is available for such a low market price. Despite being 33, Perez has excellent stats especially his mental stats. He is the perfect team player and will provide immense work rate on the pitch. He is also the ideal mentor for any upcoming youngster. Most managers who are handling small clubs should jump at the opportunity to sign him.
5. Phakamani Mahlambi
- Current Ability- 115
- Potential Ability- 150
The South African youngster is easily one of the best players of the South African Premier division. Despite being just 21, he has already received his national cap and is available in the game for a dirt cheap price of under £500k. He is one of the fastest players in this price range and has dribbling attributes that rivals even the best dribblers in the game. He is also very versatile able to play multiple positions in attack and can further develop into a superstar for even the big clubs.
6. Jakub Blaszczykowski
- Current Ability- 125
- Potential Ability- 154
One of the best wingers in his prime, Blaszczykowski now plays for Wisla in the Polish first division. Despite being at the wrong end of 30, he has very well rounded stats and could do more than a decent job for any small sized club. His experience and versatility are invaluable and he can be the perfect mentor for any youngster in the side.
7. Dominik Reimann
- Current Ability- 109
- Potential Ability- 141
One glance at his stats and no one who has played the game will believe that this player is available for under £500k. At just 22, Reimann still has a lot of potential for growth and could be your side’s solution to having a long term keeper.
Some players in the list may already be established internationals while others maybe upcoming stars but it is hard to deny that for price of £1m or lesser they are absolute bargains in the game and will help your side achieve the goals. They are also attainable targets for most small clubs and will not reject the opportunity to join you.
