Left-back Ian Maatsen joins Borussia Dortmund on loan. Will the Dutchman be a reinforcement for BVB in EA SPORTS FC 24?
After a rather disappointing first half of the season for BVB, those responsible are working on a turnaround. The coaching team has been expanded with the addition of ex-professionals Nuri Sahin and Sven Bender. The Black & Yellows’ squad is also being strengthened – two transfers have already been announced. Firstly, the return of Jadon Sancho and secondly, the loan of Ian Maatsen.
The 21-year-old made his Premier League debut on the pitch this season with Chelsea FC. His playing time so far has not been too abundant, making it difficult to assess him. However, the Dutchman has shown what qualities he has at his previous stations. Will he also be a reinforcement in FC 24?
Dortmund’s new winger?
In terms of his overall rating, that would not be the case at first glance. With an overall rating of 74, he would not get past Ramy Bensebaini. But on closer inspection, the tide turns. On the one hand, this is due to the potential of the defender, which is 83 in career mode, which of course only helps if Maatsen is virtually signed permanently. But the Dutchman also has his advantages when individual attributes are taken into account.
Take speed, for example: Maatsen already impresses with 85 acceleration and 82 sprint speed. Perfect prerequisites for a winger. 72 points for crosses and 75 points for dribbling complete the picture. He also has a high work rate in defense and can be used in a variety of roles. Both on the left and right side and in central midfield. Thanks to his four-star rating for his weak foot, he could also play on the right flank without hesitation. However, anyone deploying him offensively should not expect Arjen Robben-style goals. His finishing in the game is too low for that (56).
Maatsen will also be transferred to Borussia Dortmund in FC 24 via an update and will also wear black and yellow in career mode via a squad update. Provided you don’t play with the original teams. For the former, however, it is necessary to start a new career – otherwise the only option is a transfer. A transfer fee of around nine million is due for this, as well as a relatively high salary. The Dutchman earns 9,000 euros per week playing for the Londoners
