James McClean
Attributes
34 statsPace
Shooting
Passing
Dribbling
Defending
Physical
Attacking
Skill
Movement
Power
Mentality
Defending
Rating by position
Best position LM 65 · +n = growth to potential 67The six face stats at a glance.
Edition by edition
Launch rating, age and potential in every EA FC / FIFA since FC 25
FC 25
How to get the best out of James McClean in Career Mode
James McClean is a full-back at Wrexham, rated 67 overall in FC 25, LB. That's poor for their position. At 35 they're in the final stretch; use them for what they still give, not for what they were.
By FAFIFA Team · updated September 2024
What role should James McClean have?
Their place is the flank, up and down the wing as LB. Use them as a wing-back in a back three or with a holding midfielder to cover their runs. They can also play LM and CM. The game also rewards them with roles like Attacking wingback and Winger, which reinforce that profile.
What do they do well?
Their weapons: stamina (81) and crossing (67). That very good stamina is their signature.
Do they have weaknesses?
Their weak points: reading of the game (58) and marking (61). Nothing the right system and teammates can't cover.
Are they worth signing in Career Mode?
Their market price sits around 351 K€, with 8 K€ in wages. At their age their value only drops: negotiate and don't tie a long contract. They're also out of contract soon (2026), so you can push in talks or grab them almost free at the end of the season.
What is James McClean's best position?
Their best position is LB, though they can also play LM and CM.
How high can James McClean's rating go?
They're already at their ceiling (67): at their age the rating won't rise.
Are they expensive to sign?
Their market value is around 351 K€, with 8 K€ wages.
Can they handle the flank up and down?
Their top speed is 66 — poor for their position.
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