FIFA 14: Top 5 Under-19 players you must sign

In order to run a football club successfully, a manager must ensure that his squad contains an optimum mixture of experienced players and young talents.

Same is the case in FIFA 14.

In this article, we outline top Under-19 players that you can sign in the game, on the cheap, which are bound to become superstars in near future. Get a head start in your hunt for the next young prodigy.

Anthony Martial (AS Monaco, 18-years-old)

OVR: 63, Potential: 87

Anthony Martial (Right) of AS Monaco

One of the young stars of the star-studded AS Monaco team, Anthony Martial is a French Striker.

His OVR might not look impressive initially, but with a prospective growth of 24 OVR, this striker becomes a must-have youngster in your team.

With a Sprint Speed of 84 and Acceleration of 83, he can easily run past the defenders. His finishing and passing abilities will need to be developed over a period of time, but, who says that you have to play him in the first team initially?

A terrific long-term potential, who will amaze you with his shooting abilities.

Kurt Zouma (Saint-Etienne, 18-years-old)

OVR: 73, Potential: 87

Kurt Zouma of St. Etienne

If you are on a lookout for a defender, look no further, Kurt Zouma is the one for you. With a current OVR of 73, and a potential OVR of 87, this French teen is a must-have player in your team.

This young Centre Back has Strength of 84, which ensures that he is a strong and sturdy defender. Add to that his Heading, which currently stands at 77, and you have a goalscoring defender at your peril.

He also boasts impressive Stamina, Reaction and Sprint Speed stats within his current OVR. Zouma can add value to any first team in the game, even at this young age.

Bruma (Galatasaray, 18-years-old)

OVR: 75, Potential: 88

Bruma of Galatasaray

This young Portuguese can be considered as a hack in FIFA 14.

With a Pace of 91 and Dribbling of 81, this Left Winger undoubtedly takes the cake when it comes to potential superstars.

At current OVR of 75, you can sign him as a squad player initially and keep an eye on his development. It will not take long for him to reach his potential OVR.

Skill Moves of 4 stars are another plus to his already star-studded stats. If you want your team to consist the ‘Next Cristiano Ronaldo’, this is the closest you get.

Maximilian Meyer (Schalke 04, 17-years-old)

OVR: 67, Potential: 86

Maximilian Meyer of Schalke 04

Even though his current OVR might not raise eyebrows, German’s potential OVR is bound to impress you.

Meyer is future superstar playmaker in every right. With his current Agility and Balance already at 90, he will be good at retaining possession. And with a bit more development on the passing front, this Central Attacking Midfielder can effortlessly mix it up with the elite of the footballing world.

Meyer could be a long term investment and could use a spell out on loan as a part of his development. Being rated as a ‘One Club Player’, if you manage to price him away initially, he will surely stay with you throughout your tenure.

Zakaria Bakkali (PSV Eindhoven, 17-years-old)

OVR: 73, Potential: 90

Zakaria Bakkali of PSV Eindhoven

Zakaria Bakkali is a Right Winger who plies his trade at PSV Eindhoven. At just 17 years of age, he has been able to take the Eredivisie by storm.

In FIFA 14, he is your man (rather, boy) if you want a sure shot future superstar at your hand. With a current Sprint Speed of 83 and Dribbling of 86, the Belgian can already run past various defenders on the flank.

Skill rating of 4 stars only adds the cherry at the top. He is a must-have youngster in your team.