FIFA 23: Best Loan Players to Sign in Career Mode

When working on a tight budget, making shrewd moves to bring in short-term players on loan is a sure way to improve the quality of your squad. 

Particularly in lower divisions, making smart loan signings is the way to go as you navigate the high-stakes battle between getting promoted and a relegation dogfight.

This article runs through some of the best potential loan signings you can consider targeting in FIFA 23 Career Mode.

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Where can you find loan-listed players on FIFA 23?

Step 1: Go to the transfer tab

• Head to the search players area
• You will find this between the automated scout players and transfer hub panels

Step 2: Inside search players

• Head to the transfer status panel and hit X (PS4) or A (Xbox).
• Hit the left or right triggers until you find the “For Loan” option.

Choosing the best loan players in FIFA 23 Career Mode

When selecting a loan player to sign in FIFA 23 Career Mode, their overall rating is of utmost importance as they are generally a short-term solution.

Those who feature in this list have the highest overall ratings among the loanees who are available at the start of FIFA 23 Career Mode. The best players on the loan listings can be found in the table at the bottom of the article.

The list is made up of players who can have the desired impact on most squads either as a regular starter, a bench option, or a reserve role where they mostly feature in cup competitions. 

Versatile players are preferred because they can help out in a number of positions. 

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1. Viktor Tsygankov (80 OVR, RM)

Age: 24

Wage: £1,000 per week

Value: £32 million

Best Attributes: 85 Pace, 85 Sprint Speed, 84 Acceleration

Tsygankov provides a chance to get a top player who is on low wages since he doesn’t play in one of the top leagues.

At 80 Overall, the Ukrainian possesses first-team quality as well as good FIFA 23 ratings with 85 Pace and Sprint Speed, 84 Acceleration, 82 Agility, 81 Ball Control and 81 Vision. He could prove a wonderful loan addition to your Career Mode team.  

The Israeli-born winger is a three-time Golden Talent of Ukraine and scored 11 goals in 25 games for Dynamo Kyiv during a disrupted 2021-22 season for the Ukrainian side. 

2. Gonçalo Inácio (79 OVR, CB)

Age: 20

Wage: £11,000 per week

Value: £36 million

Best Attributes: 82 Standing Tackle, 81 Defensive Awareness, 81 Sprint Speed

One of the best young prospects in FIFA 23 is a possible loan option in Career Mode, and Inácio’s 88 Potential shows he is heading straight for the top. You can enjoy his qualities during a temporary spell.

The centre back plugs some immediate gaps in your team with his 82 Standing Tackle, 81 Sprint Speed, 81 Defensive Awareness, 79 Sliding Tackle, and 78 Acceleration. Inácio’s low wages are a good fit and increase the possibility of negotiating a fair loan fee.

A product of Sporting CP’s famous academy, the 20-year-old won the Primeira Liga Defender of the Month in December 2021 and he completed 45 matches in all competitions as the Lions won the Portuguese League Cup.

3. Adama Traoré (78 OVR, RW)

Age: 26

Wage: £82,000 per week

Value: £16.5 million

Best Attributes: 96 Acceleration, 96 Pace, 96 Sprint Speed

This lightning-quick winger boasts great dribbling and strength, making him a great option for a counter-attacking team.  

Available on a temporary basis, Traoré offers an athletic and strong presence in attack with his best FIFA 23 attributes being 96 Acceleration, Pace, and Sprint Speed along with 92 Dribbling, 89 Strength and 88 Balance.

He returned to his boyhood club, Barcelona, in January 2022 but they refused to sign him permanently, so you have the chance to sign him from the start of FIFA 23 Career Mode. 

4. Noni Madueke (77 OVR, RW)

Age: 20

Wage: £16,000 per week

Value: £23 million

Best Attributes: 92 Acceleration, 90 Pace, 89 Sprint Speed

This speedster is one to keep an eye on for his appeal as a potential loan signing in FIFA 23 Career Mode. 

Madueke is a real threat in attack with his direct and powerful presence on the right wing. He could be a key outlet in your team with his high attributes in the game, which include 92 Acceleration, 90 Pace, 89 Sprint Speed, 85 Dribbling, 84 Agility, and 81 Ball Control.

The England-born winger is owned by Eredivisie side PSV, and despite having an injury-hit campaign in 2021-22, he remained an instrumental figure and delivered nine goals and six assists.

5. Lukáš Provod (76 OVR, CM)

Age: 25

Wage: £1,000 per week

Value: £10 million

Best Attributes: 83 Strength, 82 Shot Power, 80 Stamina

A versatile performer who is one of the most durable players available for cheap, Provod is one to consider for a loan spell in Career Mode.

He possesses an incredible work ethic and ball skills, which are demonstrated by his versatility on either flank or through the middle of the pitch. The 25-year-old offers 83 Strength, 82 Shot Power, 80 Stamina, 78 Crossing and 77 Dribbling.

Provod joined Slavia Prague initially on loan in 2019 and he won the Fortuna Liga in his first two seasons. The Czech midfielder missed most of last season due to a long-term injury, and he would be looking for first-team minutes should you decide to sign him at the start of FIFA 23 Career Mode. 

6. Lutsharel Geertruida (77 OVR, RB)

Age: 21

Wage: £8,000 per week

Value: £22.5 million

Best Attributes: 89 Jumping, 80 Heading Accuracy, 79 Standing Tackle

If you require a physical presence in defense who comes on a cheap loan deal, Geertruida is a great option. He has a Potential rating of 85, giving him room to improve during his loan spell on your team.

Able to play at right back or centre back, Geertruida is a great presence in the air and on the ground with his 89 Jumping, 80 Heading Accuracy, 79 Standing Tackle, and 78 Stamina, Sprint Speed, and Strength.

The Rotterdam native has been a mainstay in the Feyenoord first team since emerging from the academy. His performances were pivotal in getting the club to the maiden UEFA Europa Conference League final as he was included in the competition’s Team of The Season. 

7. Mohammed Kudus (77 OVR, CAM)

Age: 21

Wage: £13,000 per week

Value: £23.5 million

Best Attributes: 92 Balance, 91 Acceleration, 88 Pace

If you need a forward-thinking player with obvious technique, skill, vision, and an eye for goal, look no further than Mohammed Kudus.

The youngster is a well-rounded midfielder who injects immediate quality and fantastic promise into your team with in-game ratings of 85 Potential and 88 Pace. Kudus also boasts other enviable statistics including 92 Balance, 91 Acceleration, 85 Agility, 85 Sprint Speed, 81 Ball Control and 80 Dribbling.

The Ghana international joined Ajax in 2020 and has won back-to-back Eredivisie titles since signing for the Dutch giants. Kudus is attracting lots of interest as he steps up into a larger role for club and country, and you can get ahead of the curve by signing the attacking midfielder on a temporary basis in Career Mode.

Now that you know the best player available on loan, who do you want to sign for your Career Mode team?

All the best players to loan in FIFA 23

Below are the highest-rated players available for loan in FIFA 23 at the start of Career Mode.

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