The Elite Midfielder Evolution turns a defensive midfielder from your Ultimate Team into a near-complete controller for just 100 FUTTIES Tokens. It stacks big stat jumps and several PlayStyles across five levels, which makes even a modestly rated CDM feel like a premium card.
Quick answer: Unlock the Evolution with 100 FUTTIES Tokens, then apply it to a CDM rated 96 OVR or lower. The strongest picks are Xhaka PTG, Pedri TOTS, and Alexia Putellas End of an Era.
Elite Midfielder Evolution requirements
Only a card that fits every condition below can enter the slot. The position lock is the key filter here, since it accepts CDM but blocks any item that can also play center back.
| Requirement | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall | Max 96 |
| PlayStyle | Max 10 |
| PlayStyle+ | Max 4 |
| Position | CDM |
| Excluded position | CB |
All five upgrade levels
The boosts arrive in five stages. Each figure shows the stat increase followed by the value it is capped at. The Overall climbs to 97 by the end of Level 3, and the final two levels focus on passing, ball control, and skill ratings.
| Level | Stat upgrades (boost | cap) | PlayStyles |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Overall +10|97, Pace +30|92, Def. Aware +30|97, Reactions +25|96, Stand Tackle +30|96 | Intercept, Pinged Pass (PS+ |4) |
| 2 | Overall +10|97, Physical +30|95, Crossing +25|95, Short Passing +30|98, Free Kick +25|96, Composure +30|98 | Tiki Taka (PS+ |4) |
| 3 | Overall +10|97, Shooting +25|90, Agility +25|95, Balance +30|96, Heading Acc. +25|92, Slide Tackle +25|93 | Anticipate (PS+ |4) |
| 4 | Interceptions +30|97, Long Passing +30|98, Weak Foot +4|5, Skills +3|4 | Incisive Pass, Technical (PS |7) |
| 5 | Ball Control +30|97, Curve +25|95, Dribbling +30|97, Vision +30|97 | Quick Step, Bruiser (PS |7) |
Best players for the Elite Midfielder Evolution
Because the upgrades hit passing, dribbling, ball control, and defending, the ideal input is a CDM that already has strong base playmaking and room to grow into the caps. A few options require chaining an earlier Evolution first, so plan the path before you commit tokens.
| Player | Card version | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Xhaka | PTG | Direct fit |
| Alexia Putellas | End of an Era | Direct fit |
| Pedri | TOTS | Direct fit |
| Mariona | National Pride | Direct fit |
| Tielemans | Winners | Direct fit |
| Pogba | Ultimate Scream | Requires multiple evolutions |
| Pavlovic | TOTS | Direct fit |
| Miley | FC Fantasy | Requires multiple evolutions |
| Goretzka | End of an Era | Direct fit |
| Bouaddi | Phenoms | Direct fit |
| Fabián Ruiz | Showdown | Direct fit |
Tip: If you want the most value, chain this Evolution with another eligible one. The extra links push stats further and can lift a bargain card into meta territory.
How to complete each level
Every one of the five levels shares the same task. You need to play one match with the active Evolution player in your lineup.
You know a level worked when the card’s rating and stats update in the Evolution screen and the next stage unlocks. If progress does not register, the most common cause is playing below Semi-Pro difficulty or leaving the Evolution player out of the starting XI for that match.
For the price, the payoff is strong. A well-chosen CDM comes out with 98 Short Passing, 98 Long Passing, 97 Ball Control, 97 Vision, a 5-star Weak Foot, 4-star Skills, and a deep PlayStyle set that covers both build-up and ball-winning.
