5 of the most underrated Premier League players to buy at FIFA Auction

When pundits choose their man-of-the-match award, their eyes often get drawn to the biggest names - the obvious stars who usually make all back page headlines. Maybe it's the 30-goal-a-season striker or the one-time Ballon D'or winner. And with good reason; those guys are at the top of their game.

Sometimes though, there are players who are consistently outstanding but, for one reason or another, just don't receive the credit they deserve. Maybe they play for an 'unfashionable' club or have their performances overshadowed by a stellar-name teammate.

Well, it's time they took some of the limelight. So in this article, we celebrate 5 unsung heroes of the Premier League. Sign these solid performers at a FIFA Auction and they won't let you down.

FIFA AUCTION - EPL Most Underrated Players #5: Ethan Pinnock (Brentford)

The Jamaican international center-back had quite the journey to becoming a Premier League footballer. Rejected by Millwall at the age of 15, he was forced to drop down the divisions and ply his trade for non-league Dulwich Hamlet. Aged 22, he signed for Forest Green Rovers (then in the National League) and helped the club gain promotion to the EFL for the first time in their history. Championship club Barnsley signed him for £500,000 in 2017 and he was named their Player of the Year in 2018-19. Brentford spent £3 million to acquire his services at the start of 2019-20 and Ethan Pinnock's gone on to become a crucial member of the Bees' defense - he's looked perfectly at home in the Premier League.

As you'd expect from a defender who stands at 6 feet 4 inches, Ethan Pinnock is strong in aerial duels. In fact, he won more headers per game in 2021-22 (4.5) than any other top-flight player. But he's also efficient with the ball at his feet; in 2021-22 his passing success was a solid 75.4%. What's more, he did what few other stars managed in scoring against Liverpool.

His teammates Ivan Toney and Christian Eriksen often grabbed the headlines. But Ethan Pinnock deserves a shout-out too. Sign him for your FIFA team and you'll have a dependable performer you can rely on.

FIFA AUCTION - EPL Most Underrated Players #4: Pierre Emile-Hojbjerg (Tottenham)

When the Danish international lined up for Spurs in May's North London Derby, many fans were astounded to learn that it was his 100th appearance for the club. "How could this be?" they thought. "He only signed for the club at the start of the 2020-21 season."

But that tells us two things: first, Hojbjerg is the sort of player whose work often goes unnoticed. And second, making more than 100 appearances in just two seasons demonstrates a high level of fitness.

What makes it all the more remarkable is that Tottenham have had four managers in that time - and they've all seen Hojbjerg as an important member of the team. So why doesn't he get the recognition he deserves?

Perhaps it's because his defensive midfield role isn't the sexiest on the team. But his stats suggest there are few better in the top flight. Hojbjerg's score average rating for 2021-22 was 7.16. The only out-and-out central midfielders who achieved a higher rating were Man City duo Rodri (7.44) and Ilkay Gundogan (7.24), and Aston Villa's John McGinn.

FIFA AUCTION - EPL Most Underrated Players #3: Rayan Ait-Nouri (Wolves)

Wolves finished 10th in the Premier League last season. For a while, it looked as though they could challenge for a European place but a winless run of 7 games at the end of the campaign put pay to that. And, as is often the case with mid-table sides, their games received less attention that those featuring teams at the top or bottom of the table.

Those who have watched Wolves' matches keenly over the past couple of seasons will know what a consistently impressive performer 21-year-old Rayan Ait-Nouri has been. Of the top-flight players his age or younger, only Bukayo Saka of Arsenal has achieved a higher score average rating than the Frenchman's 6.96.

Despite this, Rayan Ait-Nouri seems to attract very little media coverage outside of Wolverhampton. But that doesn't mean you have to ignore him for your FIFA team. An overall rating of 76 with 86 potential means this young star will be a valuable asset to your side - even if his International Reputation currently stands at 1 star.

FIFA AUCTION - EPL Most Underrated Players #2: Jorginho (Chelsea)

It may seem strange to include a player who's won the European Champions League, Europa League, World Club Cup, and European Championship with Italy on a list of underrated players. But he's a player who's often been harshly criticized for his club and country.

One of the grumbles about him is that, as a sitting midfielder, he doesn't do enough to shield his defense. But last season, he made more interceptions than Chelsea teammate Ngolo Kante - who's often praised as the best in the world at breaking up play.

Then there's his passing. Jorginho is like a metronome - he keeps the passes ticking all game. And it's reflected on FIFA 22 as he scores 92 for Short Passes, 89 for Long Passes, and 88 for Vision. Want someone to pull the strings in your midfield? Sign up for this underrated talent.

FIFA AUCTION - EPL Most Underrated Players #1: Matty Cash (Aston Villa)

The Premier League is packed with world-class right-backs who attract plenty of headlines. Trent Alexander-Arnold, Kyle Walker, and Reece James are just three (who also all happen to be English).

One player who's not often talked about in the same way as these stars are Matty Cash. But the Aston Villa favorite is a consistently excellent performer who deserves plenty of respect.

One of Matty Cash's biggest assets is his versatility. He can play as a right back, right wing-back, or in midfield, and one of his main strengths is getting forward to assist in attacks - reflected by the fact that he scored four goals and contributed three assists in the Premier League last season. He's no slouch defensively either - the former Nottingham Forest star ranked amongst Villa's top 3 players for both tackles (2.3 per game) and interceptions (1.3 per game) in 2021-22.

The current generation of English right-backs is a golden one and that's played into Poland's hands. Matty Cash qualifies to play for the White and Red as his mother was born in the country. With 7 caps and 1 goal to his name, the 24-year-old has a bright international future - not least with a World Cup around the corner.

When pundits choose their man-of-the-match award, their eyes often get drawn to the biggest names - the obvious stars who usually make all back page headlines. Maybe it's the 30-goal-a-season striker or the one-time Ballon D'or winner. And with good reason; those guys are at the top of their game.

Sometimes though, there are players who are consistently outstanding but, for one reason or another, just don't receive the credit they deserve. Maybe they play for an 'unfashionable' club or have their performances overshadowed by a stellar-name teammate.

Well, it's time they took some of the limelight. So in this article, we celebrate 5 unsung heroes of the Premier League. Sign these solid performers at a FIFA Auction and they won't let you down.

FIFA AUCTION - EPL Most Underrated Players #5: Ethan Pinnock (Brentford)

The Jamaican international center-back had quite the journey to becoming a Premier League footballer. Rejected by Millwall at the age of 15, he was forced to drop down the divisions and ply his trade for non-league Dulwich Hamlet. Aged 22, he signed for Forest Green Rovers (then in the National League) and helped the club gain promotion to the EFL for the first time in their history. Championship club Barnsley signed him for £500,000 in 2017 and he was named their Player of the Year in 2018-19. Brentford spent £3 million to acquire his services at the start of 2019-20 and Ethan Pinnock's gone on to become a crucial member of the Bees' defense - he's looked perfectly at home in the Premier League.

As you'd expect from a defender who stands at 6 feet 4 inches, Ethan Pinnock is strong in aerial duels. In fact, he won more headers per game in 2021-22 (4.5) than any other top-flight player. But he's also efficient with the ball at his feet; in 2021-22 his passing success was a solid 75.4%. What's more, he did what few other stars managed in scoring against Liverpool.

His teammates Ivan Toney and Christian Eriksen often grabbed the headlines. But Ethan Pinnock deserves a shout-out too. Sign him for your FIFA team and you'll have a dependable performer you can rely on.

FIFA AUCTION - EPL Most Underrated Players #4: Pierre Emile-Hojbjerg (Tottenham)

When the Danish international lined up for Spurs in May's North London Derby, many fans were astounded to learn that it was his 100th appearance for the club. "How could this be?" they thought. "He only signed for the club at the start of the 2020-21 season."

But that tells us two things: first, Hojbjerg is the sort of player whose work often goes unnoticed. And second, making more than 100 appearances in just two seasons demonstrates a high level of fitness.

What makes it all the more remarkable is that Tottenham have had four managers in that time - and they've all seen Hojbjerg as an important member of the team. So why doesn't he get the recognition he deserves?

Perhaps it's because his defensive midfield role isn't the sexiest on the team. But his stats suggest there are few better in the top flight. Hojbjerg's score average rating for 2021-22 was 7.16. The only out-and-out central midfielders who achieved a higher rating were Man City duo Rodri (7.44) and Ilkay Gundogan (7.24), and Aston Villa's John McGinn.

FIFA AUCTION - EPL Most Underrated Players #3: Rayan Ait-Nouri (Wolves)

Wolves finished 10th in the Premier League last season. For a while, it looked as though they could challenge for a European place but a winless run of 7 games at the end of the campaign put pay to that. And, as is often the case with mid-table sides, their games received less attention that those featuring teams at the top or bottom of the table.

Those who have watched Wolves' matches keenly over the past couple of seasons will know what a consistently impressive performer 21-year-old Rayan Ait-Nouri has been. Of the top-flight players his age or younger, only Bukayo Saka of Arsenal has achieved a higher score average rating than the Frenchman's 6.96.

Despite this, Rayan Ait-Nouri seems to attract very little media coverage outside of Wolverhampton. But that doesn't mean you have to ignore him for your FIFA team. An overall rating of 76 with 86 potential means this young star will be a valuable asset to your side - even if his International Reputation currently stands at 1 star.

FIFA AUCTION - EPL Most Underrated Players #2: Jorginho (Chelsea)

It may seem strange to include a player who's won the European Champions League, Europa League, World Club Cup, and European Championship with Italy on a list of underrated players. But he's a player who's often been harshly criticized for his club and country.

One of the grumbles about him is that, as a sitting midfielder, he doesn't do enough to shield his defense. But last season, he made more interceptions than Chelsea teammate Ngolo Kante - who's often praised as the best in the world at breaking up play.

Then there's his passing. Jorginho is like a metronome - he keeps the passes ticking all game. And it's reflected on FIFA 22 as he scores 92 for Short Passes, 89 for Long Passes, and 88 for Vision. Want someone to pull the strings in your midfield? Sign up for this underrated talent.

FIFA AUCTION - EPL Most Underrated Players #1: Matty Cash (Aston Villa)

The Premier League is packed with world-class right-backs who attract plenty of headlines. Trent Alexander-Arnold, Kyle Walker, and Reece James are just three (who also all happen to be English).

One player who's not often talked about in the same way as these stars are Matty Cash. But the Aston Villa favorite is a consistently excellent performer who deserves plenty of respect.

One of Matty Cash's biggest assets is his versatility. He can play as a right back, right wing-back, or in midfield, and one of his main strengths is getting forward to assist in attacks - reflected by the fact that he scored four goals and contributed three assists in the Premier League last season. He's no slouch defensively either - the former Nottingham Forest star ranked amongst Villa's top 3 players for both tackles (2.3 per game) and interceptions (1.3 per game) in 2021-22.

The current generation of English right-backs is a golden one and that's played into Poland's hands. Matty Cash qualifies to play for the White and Red as his mother was born in the country. With 7 caps and 1 goal to his name, the 24-year-old has a bright international future - not least with a World Cup around the corner.

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