CB Joel Matip /// Predicted FIFA 17 OVR 82 /// Latest FIFA 16 OVR 81
Our new centre-back is a player that EA already seem to be watching for upgrades. During the lifespan of FIFA 16, he received an upgrade taking his Ultimate Team card from 80 rated up to 81.
His height, defensive ability and impressive physicality will make him a beast on FIFA 17. His movement stats are currently impressive, and using him on FIFA 16 is a wise choice.
With his move to Liverpool, an upgrade could be on the cards for Matip. His on-the-ball stats could receive a boost after he’s been showing his quality when pushing forward.
Overall, I think after an impressive last season and a move to a new club, EA could hand Joel Matip an upgrade making him an 82 rated centre-back. He was upgrade during the course of last game, so they might not touch him again for awhile.
-Ethan
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