EA Sports has finally dropped the attacking midfielder ratings for EA Sports FC 27, and the list is already sparking debates from Buenos Aires to Madrid. While the usual suspects dominate the top spots, the real headline is Lionel Messi's continued presence among the virtual elite at 39 years old—a testament to a career that refuses to fade, even in pixels.
Leading the pack is Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham, who takes the number one spot with a 90 overall rating. His blend of 88 dribbling, 86 shooting, and 85 physicality makes him the complete modern playmaker. But right behind him, with an 89 overall, is Inter Miami's Messi, whose digital avatar still boasts 90 dribbling, 89 passing, and 87 shooting. For a player who has already conquered every real-world trophy, this virtual longevity is just another chapter in a story that keeps defying expectations.
Playmaking royalty and rising stars
Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes completes the top three with an 89 overall, and he's the clear king of passing in this category with a 92 rating. Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala follows at 87, carrying the highest dribbling stat (90) among all attacking mids, while Liverpool's Dominik Szoboszlai rounds out the top five with an 86, praised for his relentless work rate and balanced playmaking.
The rest of the top fifteen mixes established internationals with fresh faces. Germany's Florian Wirtz and Argentina's Paulo Dybala land at 86 and 85 respectively, joining Barcelona's Fermín López, Kevin De Bruyne, and Cole Palmer in the upper tier. Rising talents like Nico Paz, Kenan Yildiz, and Morgan Rogers also crack the list with solid 84 ratings, signaling a new generation ready to take over.
For Latino fans, seeing Messi still ranked among the best is a point of pride, especially as he prepares for what could be his final Argentina matches. The recent buzz around his Buenos Aires farewell and the controversy over AFA's farewell plans only adds to the emotional weight. Meanwhile, his club form with Inter Miami—like that 101st goal against San Diego FC—shows he's still delivering on the pitch, even if the ratings are just a digital snapshot.
This year's list also highlights how the attacking midfielder role has evolved. It's no longer just about flashy dribbles or killer passes; physicality and defensive contribution matter more than ever. Bellingham's 85 physical stat and Szoboszlai's work rate prove that the modern number 10 has to be a complete athlete. Yet Messi's high ratings in dribbling and passing remind us that pure technical genius still holds its own.
As the release date for EA Sports FC 27 approaches, fans will surely dive into the full database, but this early reveal sets the tone. Whether you're building a squad around Bellingham's power or Messi's finesse, one thing is clear: the Argentine magician isn't going anywhere, at least not in the virtual world. And for those who still doubt his impact, just check the Champions League scoring records—he's still part of that conversation too.
The full top fifteen list is a mix of familiar names and exciting prospects, and it's a reminder that football's creative heart beats across continents. From the Premier League to La Liga, from the Bundesliga to Serie A, these are the players who make the game beautiful. And for Latino audiences, seeing Dybala, Fermín López, and Nico Paz among them is a source of pride, proving that our region's talent pipeline is as strong as ever.
