Yamal or Barcola? FC 27 Star Performers Upgrade Priority
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Published: Oct 19, 2026
Folks, new content has arrived in FC 27, bringing back Star Performers and PlayStyle Lab - adding a whole new layer of options for building your squad.
But which Star Performer player cards are actually the most useful for you, and what should you be keeping an eye on?
Star Performers
The first batch of Star Performers has arrived in FIFA 27. While these cards do not come with PlayStyle+ traits by default, they can be taken into PlayStyle Lab to have one added - which is the core value of these particular cards.
PlayStyle Lab has specific requirements regarding card rarity; only Star Performer cards are eligible for these upgrades.
However, the costs vary: some PlayStyle+ traits cost as little as 5,000 FC 27 coins, while others - such as those for goalkeepers, or traits like Tiki Taka+ and Power Shot+ - run around 10,000 coins. Some more advanced abilities can even cost up to 25,000 coins.
Players in this pool worth noting include:
- Lamine Yamal
- Désiré Doué
- Bradley Barcola
- Alphadjo Cissè
- Noah Sadiki
- Maarten Vandevoordt
Lamine Yamal, for instance, comes with Finesse Shot, Incisive Pass, Technical, Rapid, Trickster, and Quick Step. Meanwhile, Désiré Doué boasts 5-star Skill Moves and a 4-star Weak Foot, giving him a significant advantage in terms of in-game feel and handling.
Then there's Bradley Barcola, who features 4-star Skill Moves, a 4-star Weak Foot, and traits like Finesse Shot, Low Driven, Gamechanger, Rapid, and First Touch.
While these cards might not see a massive boost to their base attributes, the ability to freely add a PlayStyle+ trait allows you to significantly raise their performance ceiling.
If your coin balance is limited, prioritize players who can slot into your main squad - specifically those who undergo a major transformation once you add a key PlayStyle+ trait.

Strategic Use of PlayStyle Lab
Furthermore, you should approach the use of PlayStyle Lab strategically.
Players should keep in mind: don't rush to add a PlayStyle+ to all your Star Performers right away. First, consider whether a specific card will remain relevant in your squad for the long term in FUT 27, and then determine which PlayStyle+ would best address the needs of that position.
The more affordable options in PlayStyle Lab are perfect for experimenting with different PlayStyle+ combinations. However, these options are exclusive to Star Performer cards; standard cards cannot use them, regardless of how many coins you have.
For cards that already possess a solid foundation of base PlayStyles, adding a key Plus upgrade is often far more effective than stacking multiple standard abilities.
Start with Milton Delgado
You should prioritize completing Objectives to unlock Delgado and his associated rewards.
He can play as a CM or CDM, features 3-star Skill Moves and a 3-star Weak Foot, and offers a well-rounded stat profile across Pace, Passing, Dribbling, Defending, and Physicality. He also comes with Quick Step, Relentless, and Inventive PlayStyles.
The tasks are quite manageable: simply start matches with Argentine players in your lineup three times to earn Engine and Shadow chemistry style cards.
If you manage to provide three assists via through balls during these matches, you'll receive two 78 OVR player cards. Additionally, if you score three Finesse Shot goals using Future Stars players in your starting XI, you'll earn 2,500 coins.
In short, the objectives for Milton Delgado are low-cost and easy to complete as you play through FIFA 27.

Future Stars Player Pick
Liga Portugal Future Stars Player Pick is priced at 18,000 FC Points, which offers relatively poor value.
Looking at the specifics: while William Gomes boasts exceptional Dribbling and Pace, his Defending stat is very poor, sitting at only 37.
In contrast, Flávio Gonçalves offers better Passing, Pace, and a smoother feel when dribbling, though he is held back by weak Reactions and Stamina.
If you need a player for the midfield or defensive line, Gilberto stands out with strong Defending, Physicality, and Passing stats; however, his Dribbling lacks agility, and he currently lacks any defensive-oriented PlayStyles.
While Mathias de Amorim possesses a well-rounded set of attributes, he lacks the standout qualities that could truly turn the tide of a match in FUT 27.
Since this batch of FC 27 players comes with clear, significant drawbacks, you should think twice before acquiring them - unless, of course, your squad happens to have a specific gap on the flanks or in midfield that they could fill.
Speed Bump Evolution
Speed Bump is currently available in FC 27 as a free Evolution, though it comes with strict eligibility criteria: a maximum OVR of 80, the player must be a CB (not a DM), have no more than 7 PlayStyles, and a Pace stat capped at 75.
Despite these limitations, Evolution provides tangible boosts to key attributes such as Acceleration, Reactions, Strength, and Interceptions.
While Speed Bump may not be a top-tier Evolution, the fact that it is free makes it well worth completing.
You can view it as a useful stopgap - apply it to a player who is currently in your starting lineup and whom you intend to evolve further down the line, allowing you to take advantage of the stat boosts in the meantime.
Later, when better Evolution options are released, you can simply upgrade that player again.
In short, you should focus on the core elements of this FC 27 update, identify Star Performers you plan to keep in your squad for the long haul, and then carefully choose which PlayStyle+ to add to them to strengthen your team.
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