Top 5 best players for the Strategic Shift Evolution in EA Sports FC 25

The latest Free Evolution is here, you can use Strategic Shift to upgrade your Centre Backs and turn them into top tier CDMs in EA FC 25.

Strategic Shift Evolution Requirements

Here are the requirements for the Strategic Shift Evolution:

Max Positions: 3
Overall: Max. 88
Position: CB
Max PlayStyles: 10
Max PlayStyles+: 2
Passing: Max. 92
Physicality: Max. 89

Strategic Shift Evolution Upgrades

Here are all the upgrades from the Strategic Shift Evolution:

Long Ball Pass PlayStyles+ (Capped at 2 PlayStyles+)
CDM Alternate Position
CDM Holding Role++
Long Ball Pass and Intercept PlayStyles (Capped at 10 PlayStyles)
CDM Deep-Lying Playmaker Role+
+2-Star Weak Foot (Capped at 4-Star)
+5 Overall Rating (Capped at 90)
+40 Long Passing (Capped at 94)
+30 Short Passing and Vision (Capped at 90)
+30 Agility and Balance (Capped at 88)
+25 Shooting (Capped at 81)
+20 Freekick Accuracy (Capped at 90)
+20 Crossing (Capped at 83)
+10 Curve (Capped at 90)
+10 Pace (Capped at 84)

Best players for the Strategic Shift Evolution

Here are the best players for this evolution slot:

1. Rio Ferdinand

He is 6'2 with the Anticipate PlayStyles+ and high defending stats which already makes him an elite defender but with the added upgrades from the evo you can create a solid ball playing CB making this the best player for this evo slot.

2. Jorrel Hato

The Ajax defender is a pacey powerhouse with the Quick Step PlayStyles+ and is well suited to the LB position, with the upgrades from the evo and his original Jockey and Slide Tackle PlayStyles, he is a Gullit Gang player that will excel at CB, LB and CDM too.

3. Danilo

He is an underrated CB to use in the RCB in a 3 or 5-back formation, while he doesn't have the elite pace his combination of PlayStyles makes him great in the CB Defender Role++ as well as now being able to be a top CDM in a double pivot as well.

4. Robert Andrich

The CDM Centre-Half Role is a hidden gem in your tactical arsenal, allowing you to have an answer for your opponent's counter attacks and giving the Leverkusen player the Long Ball Pass PlayStyles+ unlocks his playmaking ability from deep areas and creating a cheap beast for you.

5. Nathalie Björn

The Chelsea FC defender already has the CM alternate position which is great because with her 5'9 height she is much better suited to that position, the evo allows you to unleash her playmaking while also having a solid defensive presence in the heart of your team.

This is our list of players to choose from, but there are so many good ones out there. Who are you using in this Evolution slot? Tell us below!