The 7 Best Football Manager 2011 Bargain Buys

Dan Fitch picks out some bargains that you can't afford not to snap up on Football Manager 2011.

Everyone loves a bargain and with Football Manager 2011 accurately reflecting the financial slump that has hit the game, it will pay to discover players who don't cost the earth.

We've sent our scouts out and discovered seven bargain buys, who are all valued at less than £1m. After you've signed this lot up, please let us know of any cheap talent that you have unearthed.

7. Roberto Carlos - Left Wing Back - 37 Years Old - £450,000

One of the most famous players of the last 20 years, is still a worthwhile buy at the ripe old age of 37. Although Carlos is only ever going to provide you with a couple of season's service, he still has excellent statistics for Fitness, Acceleration, Pace and Stamina, for one so old.

6. Mikkel Thygesen - Attacking Midfield - 25 Years Old - £725,000

This Danish international is a very direct player, who loves to take defenders on. Although happiest in a central attacking midfielder role, he is also able to play in central midfield, right midfield, or attacking right midfield. A versatile player with plenty of pace is always a useful weapon in your arsenal.

5. Kara - Defensive Midfield - 20 Years Old - £825,000

Every team needs someone who can stop the opposition from playing and Kara is a cheap option to get this job done. The physically imposing defensive midfielder has all the qualities to excel in his position, with high marks for Marking, Tackling, Bravery, Determination, Stamina and Strength.

4. Sayed Mohamed Anan - Central Defence - 27 Years Old - £400,000

At 6ft 4" this Bahrain international is big enough to deal with the most troublesome target men and has the talent to back it up, with good marks for Tackling, Heading, Marking and Jumping. The Al Khor player is also an accomplished right back and as a bonus, loves to shoot from distance, from free kicks or open play.

3. Server Jeparov - Central Midfield - 27 Years Old - £650,000

The Uzbekistan international is your classic diminutive playmaker - a budget Luka Modric. Jeparov can be found plying his trade at FC Seoul and with good statistics for Passing and Influence, he could be the man to boss your midfield.

2. Christian Fabbiani - Striker - 26 Years Old - £825,000

If you're after a striker to lead the line, then the Argentinian from CFR Cluj is an attractive proposition. With marks of 20 for balance, strength and flair, the 6ft 2" Fabbiani makes for a classy target man, in the mould of a cut-price Ibrahimovic or Berbatov.

1. Vincent Enyeama - Goalkeeper - 27 Years Old - £230,000

The experienced Nigerian international is available at an absolute steal from the Israeli champions Hapoel Tel Aviv. A bid in the region of £300,000 to £500,000 will get you a goalkeeper who can cut it at the very best of clubs. Whether you're looking for a new number one, or just a reliable reserve, Enyeama should be regarded as a definite purchase at this price.

Published: 25 Nov 2010