When talk drifts toward the future of EA Sports FC, it’s almost impossible not to bring up Lamine Yamal. The young FC Barcelona winger has been turning heads with performances that feel way beyond his age, and fans are already daydreaming about what his stats might look like in upcoming editions. For those planning their dream Ultimate Team squads—and maybe already stocking up on FC 26 Coins—his potential rating is a hot topic. While FC 26 is still some way off, there’s enough on the table to make some educated guesses based on how EA usually handles emerging stars.

Looking at the likely progression, Yamal’s journey in FC 24 started modestly with a silver card. As his real-life form exploded, so did his in-game upgrades. By the time FC 25 rolls around, it wouldn’t be surprising to see him step into the game with a base gold card somewhere in the 80–82 range. That’s not just a number—it’s a statement that he’s moved from “exciting prospect” to “reliable first-team option.” What happens in FC 26 will hinge on the next two seasons. If he cements his spot, stacks up minutes, and starts delivering more goals and assists, the jump could be big.

Projecting forward, and assuming no major injuries derail his rise, an overall rating between 85 and 87 in FC 26 feels realistic. An 85 would mark him as one of the most dependable wingers in the game, while an 87 would put him among the elite—think the kind of card you see in almost every competitive squad. We’ve seen similar leaps with players like Phil Foden and Bukayo Saka, who went from promising to world-class in just a couple of seasons. The tricky part is that young players don’t always follow a straight line of improvement, but Yamal’s trajectory so far suggests he’s on track.

In terms of attributes, his future cards will almost certainly lean on Pace and Dribbling as his calling cards. By FC 26, it’s not far-fetched to expect both to sit in the low 90s, making him a nightmare for defenders in-game. The more interesting question is how much his Shooting and Passing will improve. If he polishes his finishing and vision, those numbers could see sharp rises, pushing his overall higher. Physicality is another area to watch—teenage players often bulk up and get stronger in their early twenties, which could make him more effective in duels and harder to knock off the ball.

For Career Mode fans, his potential rating is going to be a magnet. In FC 26, it’s hard to imagine him having anything less than a 93 potential, and whispers of a 95 aren’t unrealistic. That’s the kind of ceiling that makes managers rearrange their transfer budgets just to get him in early. Once he’s in your squad, developing him over multiple seasons could turn him into the focal point of your attack. It’s the same kind of long-term project that makes players like him so addictive to manage.

Trying to pin down a player’s rating two years ahead is always a mix of guesswork and gut feeling, but Yamal’s blend of talent, opportunity, and club environment makes him one to watch closely. If he keeps up his current pace, he won’t just be a high-rated card—he’ll be one of the most in-demand assets in Ultimate Team, the kind of player people will gladly spend their FC 26 Coins for sale on without thinking twice.