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Building a strong FC 27 starter squad does not require expensive players. This guide highlights budget-friendly defenders, midfielders, wingers, and strikers based on key attributes such as pace, height, physical strength, shooting, dribbling, and useful PlayStyles. If you want additional resources to strengthen your squad early, you can also buy FC 27 Coins for future player upgrades. Since these are pre-launch recommendations, player prices may change once the FC 27 market develops.
Best Budget-Friendly Defenders in FC 27
5 Best Starter Fullbacks
These five fullbacks are worth watching when building an affordable defense:
· Antonee Robinson (LB)
· Marco Palestra (RB)
· Dayann Methalie (LB)
· Andrei Rațiu (RB)
· Wesley França (LB/RB)
For fullbacks, pace should be one of your first priorities. Jockey and Intercept are also valuable PlayStyles, while Quick Step and Rapid can help against fast attackers.
It is unlikely that cheap cards will have every desirable attribute, so focus on players who already have several useful qualities. You can improve the weaker areas through Evolutions later.
Antonee Robinson and Andrei Rațiu are two particularly interesting starter options. However, chemistry should be considered before choosing between them. Dayann Methalie is another player worth monitoring because his lack of PlayStyles gives him plenty of potential for future Evolution upgrades.
5 Best Starter Center Backs
For CB, consider:
· Wesley Fofana
· Jorrel Hato
· Jayden Oosterwolde
· Mario Gila Fuentes
· Dávid Hancko
Height and physical strength are important when choosing your first center backs. Taller defenders can cover more space, compete against physical attackers, and provide additional protection against crosses and corners.
Pace is certainly useful, but it does not need to be your only consideration. A strong physical profile can make an affordable CB effective, while Evolutions can potentially improve statistics and PlayStyles later.
Best Budget-Friendly Midfielders in FC 27
5 Best Starter CDMs
The following CDMs could provide strong value:
· Morten Hjulmand
· Taylor Flint
· Amadou Onana
· Denis Zakaria
· Victor Froholdt
Height is particularly useful for a defensive midfielder. Players around 6'1" or taller can cover passing lanes and provide a stronger defensive presence in central areas.
For PlayStyles, look for Incisive Pass, Pinged Pass, Intercept, and Anticipate. CDMs do not necessarily need elite pace because they generally operate deeper, although around 70+ pace is preferable.
5 Best Starter CMs
For CM, these players are worth considering:
· Mamadou Sangaré
· Oihan Sancet
· Nerea Eizagirre
· Paula Fernández
· Rosa Márquez
Central midfielders need to contribute in both attack and defense. Pace is useful for pressing and counterattacks, while passing and defensive attributes help maintain possession.
If you use a two-CM formation, you can combine different player profiles. One CM can focus on attacking while the other plays a more defensive role.
5 Best Starter CAMs
For attacking midfield, consider:
· Christian Pulisic
· Rodrigo Zalazar
· Francisco Trincão
· Dani Olmo
· Morgan Gibbs-White
CAMs should create chances while also contributing goals. Dribbling and shooting are therefore two of the most important attributes.
If you plan to use your CAM as a Shadow Striker, Finesse Shot, Technical, and Incisive Pass are excellent PlayStyles to target. Your CAM does not need striker-level finishing, but they should ideally become one of your team's main scoring threats.
Best Budget-Friendly Attackers in FC 27
10 Best Starting Wingers
Some affordable winger options to watch include:
· Iñaki Williams
· Giuliano Simeone
· Pedro Neto
· Alberto Moleiro
· Iliman Ndiaye
· Rosemonde Kouassi
· Racheal Kundananji
· Víctor Muñoz
· Yankuba Minteh
· Géraldine Reuteler
For early-game wingers, pace is king. Finding a cheap player with both elite pace and excellent shooting can be difficult, so prioritize acceleration, agility, and the ability to quickly transition from defense to attack.
Useful PlayStyles include Rapid, Technical, Finesse Shot, and Incisive Pass. Skill Moves are also important because agile wingers can create more space against defenders.
5 Best Starting Strikers
The recommended budget strikers are:
· Ademola Lookman
· Benjamin Šeško
· Vanessa Fudalla
· Selina Cerci
· Saïd El Mala
For strikers, finishing should take priority over extreme pace. Try to keep pace above approximately 75, while looking for strong shooting statistics and useful PlayStyles such as Finesse Shot and Low Driven Shot.
Tall and physical strikers can also be useful for crosses and corners, particularly against smaller center backs.
Build Your FC 27 Starter Squad
The best FC 27 starter squad does not have to contain expensive meta cards. By focusing on the right attributes and PlayStyles, you can build an effective team while saving your coins for future upgrades.
Because these recommendations are based on pre-launch expectations, the market could develop differently once players begin testing cards in competitive matches. Some supposedly cheap players may become expensive if they perform particularly well.
If you want to strengthen your starting budget and upgrade key positions, check out cheap Fut 27 Coins and get your Ultimate Team ready for the new season.


