Discover the best strikers in FM24, their ideal tactics, roles, and how to
use them effectively.
You know that feeling when you desperately need a world-class striker in Football Manager? Yeah, been there. You've got a promising young team, your tactics are spot on, but your striker couldn't hit the back of the net if his life depended on it. I once found myself in this exact position with my FM24 save, frantically scrolling through scout reports, looking for that one lethal forward who could turn my team into a goal-scoring machine.
Finding the perfect striker in FM24 isn't just about raw attributes—it's about how they fit your system. Do you need a complete forward who can do it all, a clinical poacher, or maybe a target man who can bully defenders? Well, don't worry—I've got you covered. Here's my ultimate list of the top 10 strikers in FM24, carefully picked based on their goal-scoring ability, tactical versatility, and overall impact.
1. Erling Haaland (Manchester City)
Let's be real—Haaland is an absolute cheat code in FM24. He's got everything you want in a striker: finishing (18), acceleration (17), strength (17), off the ball movement (18)—basically, he's built to torment defenders. If you can afford him (good luck with that), he'll guarantee 40+ goals per season with ease.
Best role: Advanced Forward / Complete Forward
Ideal tactic:
High-pressing, attacking football
Pro tip: Use a
creative attacking midfielder to feed him through balls, and watch the magic
happen.
2. Kylian Mbappé (Paris Saint-Germain)
If Haaland is the battering ram, Mbappé is the sleek Ferrari. His pace (20), dribbling (18), finishing (17) make him a nightmare for defenders. He thrives in a team that plays on the counter, exploiting high defensive lines.
Best role: Advanced Forward / Inside Forward (if playing
wide)
Ideal tactic: Quick transitions, counter-attacking
football
Pro tip: Pair him with a deep-lying playmaker
who can release him with killer passes.
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3. Victor Osimhen (Napoli)
One of the best all-round strikers in FM24, Osimhen is fast, strong, and has off-the-ball movement (19) that helps him find space effortlessly. If you need a striker who can press, hold up play, and finish clinically, he's your guy.
Best role: Pressing Forward / Advanced Forward
Ideal tactic:
Gegenpressing or direct attacking football
Pro tip: Set
his pressing intensity to "More Urgent" to maximise his defensive
contributions.
4. Harry Kane (Bayern Munich)
Kane is the definition of a complete forward. He can drop deep, link play, and still score 30+ goals a season. His passing (18) and vision (19) make him the perfect striker if you want more than just a poacher.
Best role: Complete Forward / Deep-Lying Forward
Ideal tactic:
Possession-based or attacking football
Pro tip: Play him
alongside a pacey forward to exploit space behind the defence.
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5. Lautaro Martínez (Inter Milan)
A fantastic striker for those who want a mix of technique, aggression, and movement. Lautaro thrives in a two-striker system, making him perfect for managers using a 4-4-2 or a variant of a 3-5-2.
Best role: Advanced Forward / Pressing Forward
Ideal tactic:
Attacking football with an aggressive frontline
Pro tip:
Give him a strike partner who can hold up play while he makes off-the-ball
runs.
6. Christopher Nkunku (Chelsea)
A more versatile option, Nkunku can play as a striker or attacking midfielder. He has dribbling (16), flair (17), and finishing (14), making him perfect for a fluid attacking setup.
Best role: False Nine / Advanced Forward
Ideal tactic:
Possession-based, attacking football
Pro tip: Use him in
a free role to exploit space and create chances for others.
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7. Dusan Vlahović (Juventus)
Tall, strong, and clinical—Vlahović is a traditional number 9 with deadly finishing. If you like crossing and direct play, he's an excellent target man who can bully defenders in the box.
Best role: Target Forward / Advanced Forward
Ideal tactic:
Wing-play or direct attacking football
Pro tip: Have
wingers who can whip in crosses to maximise his aerial ability.
8. Rasmus Højlund (Manchester United)
One for the future, but also great in the present. Højlund has pace, strength, and finishing—a deadly combo if trained correctly. If you're managing a club that can develop young stars, he's worth the investment.
Best role: Advanced Forward / Pressing Forward
Ideal tactic:
High-tempo, attacking football
Pro tip: Improve his
composure in training to make him a lethal finisher.
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9. Jonathan David (Lille)
If you need a budget-friendly option, David is your man. He's quick, smart, and finishes well. He won't cost you the world but will still bag plenty of goals, especially in a counter-attacking system.
Best role: Poacher / Advanced Forward
Ideal tactic:
Counter-attacking football
Pro tip: Use him in a system
that plays through balls behind the defence.
10. Benjamin Šeško (RB Leipzig)
Šeško is a wonderkid with insane potential. At 20, he's already got the attributes of an elite striker. If you're planning a long-term save, signing him early could make you a genius.
Best role: Target Forward / Advanced Forward
Ideal tactic:
Direct attacking football
Pro tip: Focus on his
technical development to improve his finishing and composure.
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Conclusion: Choose the Right Striker for Your Tactics
Strikers aren't one-size-fits-all in FM24. Haaland will dominate any team, but if you play a counter-attacking system, Mbappé or Jonathan David might be better fits. If you want a long-term investment, Højlund or Šeško are fantastic options.
