How to get the best out of Jan Elvedi in Career Mode
Jan Elvedi is a centre-back at 1. FC Kaiserslautern, rated 69 overall in FC 26 with a potential of 70, CB. By the standards of the role, that's decent. At 28 it's immediate output: what you see is what you get, no waiting.
By FAFIFA Team · updated September 2025
What role should Jan Elvedi have?
Their place is the heart of the defence as CB. A pure centre-back: pair them with a quick one if they lack top speed, and use their aerial dominance at set pieces. The game also rewards them with roles like Wide back and Defender, which reinforce that profile.
What are their strengths?
What makes them reliable: strength (81) and jumping (81). That more than solid strength is their signature.
Do they have weaknesses?
Their soft spots: aerial ability (61). Things to keep in mind when building the team around them.
Are they worth signing in Career Mode?
Worth around 1,5 M€ with 12 K€ wages. You pay for immediate, proven output: pricey but no surprises, they deliver now.
What is Jan Elvedi's best position?
Their best position is CB.
How high can Jan Elvedi's rating go?
Their potential is 70. They start from 69, so they can rise +1 with minutes and development.
Are they expensive to sign?
Their market value is around 1,5 M€, with 12 K€ wages.