Players Facing Attribute Declines in Football Manager 2024

Get ahead in Football Manager 2024 by knowing which players are likely to face attribute declines. From aging stars to underperformers.

The Rise and Fall: Uncover the Players Expected to See a Drop in Their Attributes in FM24

As managers around the world prepare for the release of Football Manager 2024, another challenge lurks on the horizon: dealing with players whose attributes are on the wane. In today's article, we delve into the lives of five footballers facing potential declines in FM24. So, let's unravel the factors contributing to their looming downfall and the players themselves.

Reasons Behind Attribute Decline:

• Age: The inevitable ticking of the clock often brings a decrease in physical attributes like speed and stamina. But it doesn't stop there; even technical and mental attributes can suffer.
• Consistent Poor Performances: A string of lacklustre outings can herald a decline in a player's attributes.
• Injury Proneness: A long list of injuries not only affects a player's current season but can also lead to a gradual decline in attributes.
• Stagnant Training Progress: A halt in a player's development in training can be another red flag indicating a decline in attributes.

Romelu Lukaku

The last couple of seasons in Lukaku’s career have been tumultuous, to say the least. He has had a fallout with several of his clubs, and his fitness has been a huge concern. His performances have also had a sharp decline, with Lukaku only able to score 29 goals in all competitions across 2 seasons, which is definitely a decline by his standards. Lukaku will be on loan at Roma at the start of the save and will have just 2 years left on his Chelsea contract. All these reasons point to a decline in attributes for Lukaku in FM24.

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Sadio Mane

One of the best and most consistent players across several versions of Football Manager, Sadio Mane has been just as prolific in real life as in the game. However, his move to Bayern Munich was a disaster. The player never really settled into the squad and had several off-field issues. His performances also took a sharp dip, with Mane having his worst season in over 8 years. Currently, Mane has moved to Saudi Arabia through Al Nassr and will not be competing in Europe for the first time in his professional career. Mane is expected to receive a reduction in his attributes in FM24.

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Hakim Ziyech

Ziyech has had a torrid time ever since his move to Chelsea and has been struggling to find any sort of consistency or rhythm in his game. His injury record has also gotten progressively worse, and the 2022-2023 season is the first full season in Ziyech’s professional career where he has not scored a single league goal. After failed moves to PSG and Saudi Arabia, reportedly due to a medical fitness failure, Ziyech has finally moved to Galatasaray on loan with an obligation to make the move permanent. Ziyech was among the top creative wingers across several versions of Football Manager but is definitely expected to receive a sharp reduction in attributes in FM24.

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Richarlison

Still very much in his footballing prime, Richarlison is the 4th name on the list. Ever since his big-money move to Tottenham, Richarlison has had a very difficult time both on and off the pitch. Richarlison has just scored 2 league goals for Tottenham in 32 games and has been goalless for Brazil in 2023. Expected to lead the line for a renewed Spurs in the current season, Richarlison is expected to receive a reduction in his attributes in FM24.

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Raheem Sterling

One of England’s best wingers, Raheem Sterling, has been disappointing ever since his move to Chelsea. He scored just 9 goals for Chelsea in all competitions last season, his lowest goals tally in his last 9 professional seasons. His performances for the England shirt have also been underwhelming, with Sterling just scoring 2 goals in his last 10 international appearances. Sterling, who started his senior career very early, is said to be on the decline despite being just 28, and is expected to receive a reduction in his FM24 attributes compared to the previous versions of the game.

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Jadon Sancho

Jadon Sancho's highly-anticipated move to Manchester United has turned into a cautionary tale, marked by tensions with manager Erik ten Hag. The English winger has found himself ousted from the first-team squad, exacerbating concerns about his commitment level, underscored by late-night gaming escapades. His on-field performances have also dwindled, affecting his reputation both within and outside the club. As a result, Sancho is increasingly likely to face a decline in his attributes in the upcoming Football Manager 2024 game.

Conclusion

Managing declining attributes is an essential aspect of FM24 gameplay. Will these players defy the odds, or will they become a footnote in football history? Only adept management and time will reveal the answer.

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