10 Best Clubs for Instant Success in FM24

Manage these FM24 clubs for quick success with trophies, budgets, and star players already in place.

Discover the top Football Manager 2024 clubs that offer strong squads, solid finances, and real chances to win silverware right away.

That Save Where Everything Just Clicks

You know the feeling. You load up a new save, skip the intro, and within ten in-game matches you're top of the league, scoring for fun, and your assistant manager isn't trying to sabotage you with dreadful team talks. That's the magic of picking the right club.

When FM24 dropped, I wanted a break from my usual lower-league grind. I was after glory—fast. No five-year rebuild, no praying for wonderkids to develop. Just instant results, shiny trophies, and maybe a cheeky treble. Here are ten clubs that gave me just that, and they can do the same for you.

1. Paris Saint-Germain (Ligue 1, France)

Let’s not pretend this is a challenge save. It’s a domination save. You’ve got Mbappé (still), a ridiculous wage budget, Champions League aspirations, and a squad so deep your B-team could finish top four. Perfect if you want silverware from season one—and the board won’t accept anything less.

Pro Tip: Rotate like a madman. You have too many stars to keep them all happy, so keep morale high with minutes in cup games.

2. Real Madrid (LaLiga, Spain)

The mix of Galácticos and golden youth (hello, Bellingham) makes Los Blancos irresistible. You've got cash, class, and continental expectations. If you fancy a save with high drama and even higher standards, this is your throne.

Warning: The board is ruthless. Win or get walking.

3. Bayern Munich (Bundesliga, Germany)

No one dominates their domestic league quite like Bayern. You inherit a team that’s tactically flexible, technically gifted, and financially backed. Bundesliga should be yours by March.

Tactic tip: High press and fast transitions. The squad’s built for it.

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4. Manchester City (Premier League, England)

Erling Haaland is a cheat code. Add KDB, Rodri, and a backline that costs more than some national teams, and you’re already halfway to the treble. The only challenge? Keeping Pep’s ghost off your back.

Fun side quest: Try winning everything with a custom tactic that doesn’t use an inverted wing-back. I dare you.

5. Benfica (Liga Portugal)

Portugal’s top flight is often overlooked, but Benfica gives you the perfect combo: domestic dominance and a platform to challenge Europe’s elite. You’ve got a great academy, solid funds, and the league is very winnable.

Sneaky play: Flip one or two young stars for mega profit, reinvest, and crush the league.

6. Celtic (Scottish Premiership, Scotland)

You’ll win the league. It’s not if, it’s how quickly. The real fun is in Europe—can you take Celtic back to the top of the continent? Squad’s solid, finances are comfy, and fan expectations are high.

Instant win: Sign one experienced centre-back. That’s all you need.

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7. Inter Milan (Serie A, Italy)

A powerful team, recent trophies, and a very manageable league. LautaroMartinez up front is an FM beast, and the board wants success. The best part? You’re not dealing with Juventus politics.

Keep an eye on: Aging stars with high wages. Offload early.

8. RB Salzburg (Austrian Bundesliga, Austria)

The Austrian league is yours to lose. RB Salzburg have cash, youth, and insane facilities. You’re playing on easy mode, but it’s a fun kind of easy.

Youth factory: Develop, dominate, and demolish your rivals.

9. Shakhtar Donetsk (Ukrainian Premier League, Ukraine)

Want something slightly left-field? Shakhtar gives you a title-challenging squad and a conveyor belt of Brazilian wonderkids. Plus, European football makes it even tastier.

Challenge: Navigate political uncertainty and still build a powerhouse.

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10. Ajax (Eredivisie, Netherlands)

Legendary academy, attacking DNA, and a league you can win blindfolded. Ajax is for managers who want to win but also build. And if you love selling players for triple profit? Even better.

Tactical idea: 4-2-3-1 gegenpress + young legs = chaos for opponents.

Wrapping It Up – Your Fast-Track to Glory

There’s a time and place for tough rebuilds and non-league heartbreak. But sometimes, you just want the good stuff right now. Whether you're after domestic dominance or European excitement, these clubs offer you the best shot at instant success in FM24.

So go ahead—pick one, lift some silverware, and remember: we won’t judge you if you start with PSG. Okay, maybe just a little.

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