Having effective defenders is crucial in FIFA 23 as they play a vital role in preventing goals and thwarting enemy attacks. To assist players in their gameplay and establish a formidable defense, we have compiled a list of the top-tier center-backs (CBs) that should be deployed in Ultimate Team.
The list of players comes from a wide range of price tags that can give you plenty of choices in case you are in the market looking for a defender.
Top 5 Defenders in FIFA 23
- António Silva
António Silva, a young Portuguese player, has shown great development and played a significant role in Benfica’s journey to the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals and the Portugal National team where he has earned a spot alongside Ruben Dias. Many top clubs have taken notice of Silva, indicating a promising future for the center-back. In FIFA 23, his rating has increased to 77, but considering his potential, his Career Mode rating is 88, making him a valuable player to consider adding to your team. - William Saliba
William Saliba was a crucial player for Arsenal so much so that their season collapsed when he was sidelined due to an injury. Arguably the best young center-back available in FIFA 23’s Career Mode, Saliba has a rating of 83 in FIFA 23, with a potential of 89. You cannot go wrong with him in your defense. - Joško Gvardiol
Joško Gvardiol has gained recognition as one of the world’s top defenders and is potentially on his way to Manchester City for the next season after he played a crucial role in Croatia’s impressive display at the FIFA World Cup 2022. Gvardiol has a rating of 82, with a high potential of 89 and his being significantly young makes his high price tag worth paying. - Nico Schlotterbeck
Nico Schlotterbeck is an integral part of Borussia Dortmund with a rating of 82 and has the potential to increase it to 87 in Career Mode. His left-footed defensive skills make him a valuable asset and a top choice for your team with the lack of top-quality left-footed CB for those of you wanting to play out the back. - Gonçalo Inácio
Gonçalo Inácio is another talented Portuguese defender rising up the ranks in Sporting CP with a rating of 79, with a high potential of 88. With a price tag of around €50-55 million, he would be an excellent addition to your defensive line. With time, his rating is expected to reach the mid-80s.
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