FIFA 23 ratings: 5 midfielders who deserved a higher overall rating

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FIFA 23 is the talk of the town, and with the latest installment in the iconic series releasing worldwide in less than two weeks, EA Sports has disclosed the ratings of its top 1000 players.

The ratings reveal for FIFA is accompanied by a lot of buzz on social media. These stats perpetually court controversy, with fans disputing their validity whilst vouching for their personal preferences.

With almost the entire FIFA 23 player database available to the public, there has been a lot of debate amidst the fanbase. While it's natural for fans of a specific club to want better ratings for their roster, some footballers have indeed received an underwhelming rating in the game.

Note: This article is subjective and reflects the writer's opinions.

Real Madrid had an exceptional campaign last season, winning both the La Liga and Champions League titles. Los Blancos have well and truly returned to form under Carlo Ancelotti, replicating the level of success fans had gotten used to before the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo.

While Karim Benzema and Vinicius Junior stole the spotlight with their goalscoring exploits, Federico Valverde was the engine of the squad who made it all possible. Boasting remarkable versatility and fortitude, he was deployed in various positions throughout the season and delivered game-changing performances every time.

Valverde's contribution towards Madrid's success has earned him adoration and respect from fans around the globe. However, the Uruguayan has received just a single rating upgrade of up to 84 in FIFA 23. This seems rather underwhelming, as he is an irreplaceable cog in the Madrid squad and has continued to impress in the ongoing season.

Thomas Muller has been the most overlooked and underrated player in