
2026
Weak foot ★★★★★ · Skill moves ★★★★★
International ★★★★★
K. Wätjen is an all-rounder at VfL Bochum 1848 (67 overall, CM) — a bit short at that. They're 19 with a ceiling of 82: with minutes, in two or three seasons they're a different player.
By FAFIFA Team · updated September 2025
Their place is in central midfield as CM. They're the engine of midfield: circulate the ball, start moves and connect defence to attack. Surround them with legs that run for them. They can also play CAM. The game also rewards them with roles like Half-winger and Playmaker, which reinforce that profile.
Where they really hurt you is long passing (74) and short passing (72). Their long passing is decent and it's the trait to build their game around.
It's not all good: reading of the game (58) and composure (62). Nothing the right system and teammates can't cover.
Worth around 2,8 M€ with 13 K€ wages. A project signing: cheap for what they can become, so the margin is on your side. And with a contract until 2026, you have leverage to bring the price down.
They start from 67 with a ceiling of 82 — that's +15 of headroom. They're young, so they'll grow fast with games: the big jump comes before 23. Give them continuity and a good role so that potential doesn't stay on paper.
Their best position is CM, though they can also play CAM.
Their potential is 82. They start from 67, so they can rise +15 with minutes and development.
Their market value is around 2,8 M€, with 13 K€ wages.
Their short passing is 72 — decent for their position.
Career Mode performance
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