How to get the best out of Niels Martens in Career Mode
Niels Martens is a shot-stopper at Fortuna Sittard, rated 57 overall in FC 26 with a potential of 68, GK. By the standards of the role, that's weak. They're 21 with a ceiling of 68: with minutes, in two or three seasons they're a different player.
By FAFIFA Team · updated September 2025
How do you play Niels Martens?
Between the sticks as GK. Sign them to lock down the goal for a long season; they give the consistency you ask of a starting keeper. The game also rewards them with roles like Goalkeeper, which reinforce that profile.
What do they do well?
What makes them reliable: reflexes (58) and kicking (57). Their reflexes is a bit short and it's the trait to build their game around.
Do they have weaknesses?
Their soft spots: positioning (55) and diving (56). Nothing the right system and teammates can't cover.
Are they worth the price?
Worth around 384 K€ with 1 K€ wages. As an investment they're among the best: give them minutes, they gain value and you end up making money on them. And with a contract until 2026, you have leverage to bring the price down.
How far can they go?
They start from 57 with a ceiling of 68 — that's +11 of headroom. Still at an improving age; with regular minutes they'll add points season by season. Potential doesn't rise on its own: it needs games, not the bench.
What is Niels Martens's best position?
Their best position is GK.
How high can Niels Martens's rating go?
Their potential is 68. They start from 57, so they can rise +11 with minutes and development.
Are they expensive to sign?
Their market value is around 384 K€, with 1 K€ wages.
Do they make good saves?
Their reflexes is 58 — poor for their position.
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