Building a great team in FIFA 23’s Career Mode would require you to sign good players for cheap. This would become absolutely necessary when managing clubs that do not have a massive budget to spend and play in the lower tiers.
In a four-at-the-back setup, the left back is one of the crucial positions for the left flank as the players contribute both in defence and offence. They can bombard ahead when required while keeping the opponent wingers at bay in terms of security. If you want to find the best cheap left backs in FIFA 23’s Career Mode, check out the ones listed below.
The ratings and overall below are as of FIFA 23’s July Squad update.
10 Julián Aude, LA Galaxy
The MLS is full of hidden talents, and one such individual under LA Galaxy is Julián Aude. The promising Argentine player can be an excellent buy for your club, and he is pretty solid offensively, helping you score more goals.
You can use him as a left back or transform him into a left midfielder. Besides that, the 67-rated player is also decent as the central midfielder or defensive midfielder. Thanks to his potential of 81, his resale value will constantly rise as you develop him into a world-class player.
9 Aaron Zehnter, FC Augsburg
Aaron Zehnter seems to be a highly talented German left back who you can find at FC Augsburg in FIFA 23’s Career Mode. He is among the finest players for the position you can buy for considerably cheap, given that he is only rated 60 in the first season.
However, with a potential of 81, the player could be a great purchase, and he can provide much-needed depth to your defence. It would take more seasons for him to reach his potential, and you must be patient with his growth.
8 Prince Aning, Borussia Dortmund II
Ajax is known for developing great youngsters, and Prince Aning has come out of their setup before joining Borussia Dortmund in July 2022. The footballer currently represents the reserve team of the German side, which plays in the country’s third division.
This Dutch left back boasts great acceleration and sprint speed in FIFA 23, and you would love to use him while transitioning from defense to attack. He can even play the wing positions if required. Looking at the numbers, he features an overall of 62 and a potential of 82.
7 Serif Nhaga, PSG
Aside from the super team that PSG possesses, they are also home to several great youngsters who could become top players in the coming years. Serif Nhaga stands out as one of the highly-rated youth prospects at the French club, and he was acquired from Porto’s academy.
His explosiveness has already made him compared to Nuno Mendes, one of the best young left backs in world football. EA has offered Serif Nhaga a rating of 63, and his potential stands at 82.
6 Leo Hjelde, Rotherham United (Loaned from Leeds United)
Leo Hjelde stands out as another great left back to get on a budget in FIFA 23’s Career Mode. The Norwegian plays for Rotherham United and is very solid defensively, so you can even convert him into a centre back. He essentially features a rating of 65, whereas his base potential in the game is 82.
It is worth noting that Leo Hjelde is loaned to Rotherham United from Leeds United. As a result, you would have to wait for the loan move to expire, and you will only be able to sign him in the second season.
5 Tom Rothe, Borussia Dortmund
Like Prince Aning, Tom Rothe is one more outstanding left back that Borussia Dortmund possesses. The only difference is that you would find him at the main team in the Career Mode, and you would have to negotiate with the German club to get his services.
Within the first season, Tom Rothe comes with a rating of 65, and he could become a starter for the lower division clubs. In the meantime, the potential that he possesses in FIFA 23 is 82, and many highly regard him as the next big thing.
4 Jaouen Hadjam, Nantes
Jaouen Hadjam is an excellent Algerian left-back prospect that you should keep tabs on for your club in the Career Mode. He boasts a rating of 68, while his potential sits at 82, which can even go further with the presence of dynamic player potential in the game.
You would have to spend under €3 million to buy the player, and the amount could range between €2-2.5 million with good negotiation. Aside from the left-back role, you may convert Jaouen Hadjam to a left-wing back, and he can perform excellently in a five-at-the-back setup.
3 Daouda Guindo, RB Salzburg
Daouda Guindo could be a great selection if you want a left-back who can contribute more offensively. His statistics show he possesses great pace and dribbling, which can be useful as you try to breeze past the opponent’s midfielders and defenders.
The Mali international has a rating of 66, alongside a potential of 82, and you wouldn’t have to spend much to get him. The money spent on his services could be a wise move as his overall could climb to 70 in the first season and soar to the high 70s in 3–4 seasons.
2 Valentín Barco, Boca Juniors
You should watch for the Argentine wonderkid Valentín Barco, a full back with a tremendous attacking work rate. He can secure the left back position and eventually grow into a superstar with proper game time and development plans.
His overall rating in the game stands at 68, which is not bad for a youngster. On the other hand, his potential is 84, slightly higher than most of the players on this list. Moreover, the footballer can be a tremendous left midfielder in FIFA 23, and you may also try him in that specific position.
1 Jorrel Hato, Ajax
Jorrel Hato is without doubt the most valuable left back that can be purchased for cheap in FIFA 23’s Career Mode, and his potential is pretty high for someone available for cheap. Coming to the specifics, the Dutch left back has a rating of 64 and a potential rating of 85, making him an excellent buy for a lengthy rebuild.
You will be able to sign him from Ajax, and he won’t cost more than a couple of millions. Furthermore, if you cannot land a direct deal in the first season, you may try a loan-to-buy for the player or wait for the second season.