FM22's Cheapest Bargain Players After Latest Update

The 30 Cheapest Players You Can Sign in FM 22 for Every Position! The Highest Profit

Proud of its realism, Football Manager 2022 (FM22) has limited the money given to clubs after several tough years on and off the pitch, so bargain buys matter more than ever.

If you only have money for one or two signings in the bank, you can't afford to waste a single penny. You need the best possible player at the lowest possible price, and that's where we come in.

Here are some of the best bargain players you can find in FM22 after the Winter Update.

FM 22 Cheap Goalkeepers

Thomas Strakosha - Lazio

You won't find better value than the 26-year-old Lazio man Strakosha at goalkeeper. His 18 reflexes and 15 positioning make him a great fit for top teams, and he can be yours for just £4.7 million.

Esteban Andrada - Monterrey

He has never played outside South America, but Andrada is more than good enough for a top European league. A genuine hidden gem at 30 years old for £4 million.

Alex Meret - Napoli

£10 million isn't one of the cheapest prices, but it's more than worth spending to get the 24-year-old Meret, who will be among the best goalkeepers within a few years. Sign him and you won't need to look at another goalkeeper transfer again.

FM 22 Cheap Right-Backs

Danilo D'Ambrosio - Inter

Veteran D'Ambrosio is a gem in a truck. He can comfortably be used at right-back or in a central role, and will cost you just £2.5 million. You won't find many top-level defenders at this price.

Denzel Dumfries - Inter

If you have a bit more budget to spare, you can go for Dumfries, who joined Inter earlier this year. £13 million is still very ideal for a player of his calibre, and he's a candidate to be the most solid player in your defense for the next decade.

Alvaro Odriozola - R. Madrid

Odriozola is no longer wanted at Madrid, and you can pick him up for as little as £6 million. The 25-year-old still has time to become a genuine superstar.

FM22 Cheap Centre-Backs

Luis Romo - Monterrey

A talented midfielder who can also play as a centre-back, Monterrey's Romo could be a very smart transfer for a team looking to make a name for itself in a top league. Given his £3.5 million price tag and relatively low annual wages, you won't find better.

Jerome Onguene - RB Salzburg

Long hailed by FM as one of the best future superstars, bringing Onguene to your club will cost you just £2.4 million.

Luis Felipe - Lazio

If you want to stretch your budget to £16 million and get the most solid player for that money, the right name is definitely Felipe. He's not cheap, but he's by far the best option at this price, and he'll soon be worth four or five times the asking price — a huge profit if he's in your hands by then.

FM22 Cheap Left-Backs

Stefan Radu - Lazio

You can add Lazio's loyal veteran defender Radu to your colors for £500,000. His peak days are behind him, but the Romanian is still good enough to give your team a big boost.

Jesus Gallardo - Monterrey

Gallardo is one of the next available Monterrey gems. You won't find anyone better for his £3.6 million price, and if you can help him develop a bit further, it will look like an even bigger bargain.

Douglas Santos - Zenit

If you're setting aside £12 million and want someone worth that money, Douglas is your man. With 14 passing and 14 technique, he's an excellent midfielder and one of the few budget left-back options who can stand out for a top-tier side.

FM 22 Cheap Defensive Midfielders

Marc Roca - FC Bayern

We already mentioned Romo, but if you want a higher-profile option, Roca is your man. 16 passing and 13 tackling for £5 million are very good numbers.

Stefano Sensi - Inter (on loan at Sampdoria)

Inter is currently willing to sell Sensi for £7 million, but the only downside is that the player will be on loan next season. It's up to you to decide whether you can wait for the best CDM and how much you need this position for the first season.

Renato Tapia - Vigo

An excellent ball-winning midfielder, Tapia can be yours for just £9 million. There's nothing better at that price.

Matias Vecino - Inter

Another player you can take advantage of from Inter's midfield surplus, Vecino promises much more than his £3.6 million value.

Edenilson - INT

Brazilian veteran Edenilson has a release clause of just £2.5 million and low wage demands that make him an easy move.

Jaime Seoane - Huesca

A sum close to Edenilson's will be enough to sign Seoane from Huesca. The 24-year-old has genuinely good potential and is ideal for those looking for a player open to further development.

FM 22 Cheap Attacking Midfielders

Eran Zahavi - PSV

You'll usually see Zahavi move to higher-calibre teams in FM fairly quickly. He's a midfielder, winger and striker in one, and he'll cost you just £2.7 million.

Xherdan Shaqiri - Chicago

£5 million would be a perfect fit for Shaqiri. At this price, you're getting a high-calibre player who can comfortably play in all three attacking positions.

Alejandro Gomez - Sevilla

£17 million isn't really cheap, but when it comes to Papu Gomez, this price definitely is. He's one of the best forwards in the whole game, and his release clause makes him one of the most attainable players.

FM22 Cheap Right Wingers/Wide Players

Florian Thauvin - Tigres

Stretch your budget to £7 million and add Thauvin, another French international who will usually be your route back to the big leagues and quickly raise his value again.

Angel Mena - Leon

Experienced winger Mena comes with 15 dribbling, 15 passing, 15 crossing and 14 finishing. You won't find better value than this for £5 million.

Omer Atzili - Maccabi Haifa

If you want to boost your reputation in a higher league, Atzili is your man! A great transfer for £1.7 million.

FM 22 Cheap Left Wingers/Wide Players

Roland Sallai - SC Freiburg

Sallai does this on the left wing, but he can also easily be played in a central role. His £5 million value and impressive potential make him one of the most sought-after players in the game.

Jonathan Rodriguez - Al-Nassr (KSA)

Comfortable out wide or in the centre, the 28-year-old brings 15 finishing and 15 pace along with a £4.5 million price tag. He's one of the top-tier options you can get in this regard.

Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting - FC Bayern

Bayern is willing to sell you Choupo-Moting for up to £2.5 million. This is an option any manager of a developing team should consider!

FM22 Cheap Strikers/Centre-Forwards

Youssef El Arabi - Olympiacos

He may be 34, but El Arabi's 16 finishing makes him a very good option for teams playing to finish near the top. He can be yours for just £1.2 million.

Andrea Petagna - Napoli

Giant Petagna is eight years younger than El Arabi, and you'll need to set aside £4.75 million to have him.

Dries Mertens - Napoli

You'll need to be a bigger, top-calibre club to convince Mertens to listen to you, but whoever you are, it's definitely worth trying your luck. Napoli will let you agree with him for just £3.3 million.