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Alongside FIFA 19 and PES 2019, Football Manager 2019 is the next best thing to happen to the genre of football video games this year.
The game is completely different from the former ones as one doesn’t control the players and must step into the shoes of the manager and guide his team to glory with brilliant tactical prowess.
With a massive player database, buying players for a low amount and growing them as one of the best players in the world is one of the most satisfying aspects of the game. Moreover, one could even turn a financially struggling team into a cash-giant with some careful and meticulous planning during the transfer windows.
Without further ado, let us look closer at the 10 cheap buys that you must purchase in the game to build your dream team of the future.
#10 Assane Gnoukouri
The 22-year-old Ivorian defensive midfielder is currently a free agent, and one could get this player without paying a single cent on Football Manager 2019.
Gnoukouri previously plied his trade for Inter Milan in the Serie A before ending his contract in 2018. With some big match experience under his belt, the man from the Ivory Coast could be directly played as a squad player right from day one.
#9 Robert Huth
Robert Huth is yet another player who could be purchased for free in the game. The 34-year-old centre-back has tonnes of big match experience in his bag and is a solid option for any club that is looking to break into the ranks of top-flight football.
The German has won multiple Premier League titles, his latest one coming with Leicester City in 2015/16.
#8 Jan Kirchhoff
Jan Kirchhoff is a 28-year-old German defensive midfielder who is currently a free agent. Previously, Kirchhoff was part of the Bayern Munich squad before playing his trade for Sunderland and Bolton Wanderers.
The German footballer is a solid option for clubs who are tight on their budget but are in a desperate need for players with a decent rating to stay competitive in the league.
#7 Glen Johnson
Glen Johnson is yet another former Premier League player who is currently without a club. The 34-year-old Englishman represented the likes of Chelsea and Liverpool in the past, while also raking up two Premier League trophies.
Despite being over 30 years old, Johnson is still very capable of playing football at the highest level, making him a very good buy during the initial seasons of your career in Football Manager 2019.
#6 Michael Essien
Michael Essien is currently without a club and is available as a free agent in Football Manager 2019.
The 35-year-old defensive midfielder from Ghana has represented some of the best clubs in the past, including the likes of Chelsea, Real Madrid and AC Milan.
Essien possesses tonnes of big match experience, making him an ideal player for first division clubs during the first couple of seasons that are fighting to avoid the drop.
#5 Alberto Soro
Alberto Soro is a 19-year-old Spanish attacking midfielder who currently plies his trade for Real Zaragoza in the Spanish second division.
Soro recently moved to the senior team and put in some spectacular performances in the real-world, showcasing his talent to the world.
This relatively unknown player could be signed cheap and be used as an effective player to help second division sides break into the top division.
#4 Brenner
Brenner is an 18-year-old Brazilian forward who currently plies his trade Sao Paulo in the Brazilian first division.
He could cost well over 5 million during the initial seasons but signing him early is a huge bonus for Brenner has the potential to become a future superstar.
The Brazilian is an ideal player for any big club as one could send him out on loan for the first couple of seasons and see him return as a formidable footballer.
#3 Paul Glatzel
Paul Glatzel is a 17-year-old English forward who currently plays for Liverpool U-18 in the U18 Premier League.
Glatzel has been a sensation this season as he managed to score nine goals in seven league games (3 November 2018).
The wonderkid holds tonnes of potential and signing him early in Football Manager 2019 early on could secure huge returns as one progresses in the game.
#2 Samir Nasri
After representing the likes of Manchester City, Arsenal and Sevilla, Samir Nasri finds himself with a club, and he is a free agent in Football Manager 2019.
The 31-year-old French midfielder has played in key positions for his clubs and helped them achieved glory more than once.
Moreover, he was recognised the 2010 French player of the year for his fantastic performances for the Gunners in the Premier League.
Samir Nasri is an excellent buy for first division teams with a tight budget that are looking to acquire an excellent midfielder without breaking the bank.
#1 Carlos Fernandez
Carlos Fernandez is a 22-year-old Spanish forward who is currently a part of Deportivo de La Coruna in the Spanish second division.
Fernandez is on loan from Sevilla, and one must wait for the end of the first season to sign him on a permanent basis. Signing the player early in the game is crucial as one will surely see exponential returns a few seasons down the line.
Five goals in eight league games in the real-world during the 2018/19 season (3 November 2018) only reiterates his world-class potential.
