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Nikolas Tsakiris is a defensive midfielder at San Jose Earthquakes, rated 63 overall in FC 26 with a potential of 79, CDM. By the standards of the role, that's a bit short. At 20 they're aiming at 79. A project, not an instant fix, but the kind worth the wait.
By FAFIFA Team · updated September 2025
Their place is in front of the defence as CDM. Anchor them in front of the centre-backs to screen space, break up play and make the first pass. They're the team's balance. They can also play CM and CAM. The game also rewards them with roles like Wide half and Deep-Lying playmaker, which reinforce that profile.
Their best assets are short passing (66) and reading of the game (64). Their short passing is poor and it's the trait to build their game around.
Where they struggle: stamina (40) and aggression (55). Nothing the right system and teammates can't cover.
Their market price sits around 1,4 M€, with 2 K€ in 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 2025, you have leverage to bring the price down.
They start from 63 with a ceiling of 79 — that's +16 of headroom. They're young, so they'll grow fast with games: the big jump comes before 23. Potential doesn't rise on its own: it needs games, not the bench.
Their best position is CDM, though they can also play CM and CAM.
Their potential is 79. They start from 63, so they can rise +16 with minutes and development.
Their market value is around 1,4 M€, with 2 K€ wages.
Their reading of the game is 64 — weak for their position.
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