With the release of Football Manager 2025 and the introduction of women’s football edging ever closer, players are preparing for yet another cycle of scouting, tactics, and attempts to take their clubs to the top.

Throughout the years, Football Manager has carved out a reputation for its depth and realism, at times even finding hidden gems before they become household names.

Below is a list of 25 young talents under the age of 25 who are primed to make serious impacts in FM25 and women’s football.

Whether you’re building for the future or after someone to make an immediate impact, look out for these names.

Goalkeepers

Hannah Hampton – strong reflexes and good positioning make her tough to beat.
• Age: 23
• Club: Chelsea
• Nation: England

Sophia Poor – quick reactions and agility help her stop shots from all angles.
• Age: 18
• Club: Aston Villa
• Nation: England

Kerttu Karresmaa – solid handling and good distribution allows her to start attacks from the back.
• Age: 20
• Club: Lazio
• Nation: Finland

Defenders

Ellie Carpenter – fast runs down the wing keep opposition players on their toes.
• Age: 24
• Club: Lyon
• Nation: Australia
• Strengths: Pace, Stamina, Crossing

Naomi Girma – great positioning and tackling skills help her effectively shut down attackers.
• Age: 24
• Club: San Diego Wave
• Nation: USA

Maya Le Tissier – calm under pressure; she is reliable in defence and rarely makes mistakes.
• Age: 22
• Club: Manchester United
• Nation: England

Chiara Robustellini – high energy and accurate crosses create chances for her teammates
• Age: 21
• Club: Inter Women
• Nation: Italy

Gloria Slišković – smart reading of the game allows her to anticipate plays and intercept passes.
• Age: 19
• Club: Juventus
• Nation: Bosnia

Karoline Olesen – versatile and strong in tackles, she can play in multiple defensive roles.
• Age: 19
• Club: Everton
• Nation: Denmark

Lydia Sallaway – hardworking and determined, she shows great potential as a young defender.
• Age: 17
• Club: Aston Villa
• Nation: England

Midfielders

Grace Clinton – excellent vision and passing help her create scoring opportunities for her team.
• Age: 21
• Club: Manchester United
• Nation: England

Julie Blakstad – high work rate and stamina mean she can cover a lot of ground during matches.
• Age: 23
• Club: Hammarby
• Nation: Norway

Hanna Bennison – good technical skills allow her to control the game and make key passes.
• Age: 21
• Club: Juventus
• Nation: Sweden

Emma Severini – energetic play and solid passing make her a key player in midfield.
• Age: 21
• Club: Fiorentina
• Nation: Italy

Zara Kramžar – strong dribbling skills help her get past defenders easily.
• Age: 18
• Club: Como
• Nation: Slovenia

Abbie Larkin – quick feet and ball control let her take on defenders one-on-one.
• Age: 19
• Club: Crystal Palace
• Nation: Ireland

Aisha Masaka – speed and awareness make her a constant threat.
• Age: 20
• Club: Brighton
• Nation: Tanzania

Forwards

Mary Fowler – sharp finishing skills make her a dangerous striker in front of goal.
• Age: 21
• Club: Manchester City
• Nation: Australia

Linda Caicedo – great dribbling and speed keep defenders worried about her every move.
• Age: 19
• Club: Real Madrid
• Nation: Colombia

Sophia Smith – her ability to play in different positions makes it hard for defenders to mark her.
• Age: 24
• Club: Portland Thorns
• Nation: USA

Mia Fishel – a strong aerial presence allows her to score regular headers.
• Age: 23
• Club: Chelsea
• Nation: USA

Salma Paralluelo – quick movement and skill create chances that put pressure on defenders.
• Age: 20
• Club: Barcelona
• Nation: Spain

Diana Ordonez – consistent goal-scoring ability makes her a reliable forward.
• Age: 23
• Club: Houston Dash
• Nation: Mexico

Michelle Agyemang – fast acceleration helps her break through defence.
• Age: 18
• Club: Brighton (on loan from Arsenal)
• Nation: England

Vivienne Lia – technical skills and creativity show that she has great potential.
• Age: 18
• Club: Arsenal
• Nation: England

With women’s football continuing to rise in popularity and recognition, these 25 young players mark the future of the sport.

Some of these have already started to make an impact, while others have shown only a glimpse of what they’re capable of.

Like with every young player, development always depends on playing time, coaching, and the right facilities.

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