The best players to use in Playmaking Protector Evolution in EA Sports FC 25

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• Playmaking Protector Evolution increases the offensive and defensive abilities of right backs for 40,000 coins or 300 FC Points.

• Top picks include Brian Mbomo, Joshua Kimmich, and Joao Cancelo, who scored 89.

• Players like Trent Alexander-Arnold and Jesus Navas can also benefit from the Evolution upgrade.

Playmaking Protector Evolution is a recent evolution introduced in EA Sports FC 25 Ultimate Team. This gives you the opportunity to completely transform the right back by improving their attacking abilities as well as increasing their defensive strength. Considering this is a paid Evolution, you will need to spend 40,000 Coins or 300 FC Points to participate.

As always, certain requirements must be considered. For Playmaking Protector Evolution, the players you use can have max 87, speed 95, dribbling 90, and physicality 89. Additionally, they should not have more than ten PlayStyles and one PlayStyles+. Here are the best picks for Playmaking Protector Evolution in EA Sports FC 25.

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Brian Mbomo

• Card type: winter wonderland
• Overall rating: 87
• Ranking after evolution: 89

Brian Mbomo has been one of the best wingers in the Premier League and his performances for Brentford have been truly incredible. As part of EA Sports FC 25's Winter Wildcard promotion, the developers have provided him with a right back card, and you can use the same card for the currently active Playmaking Protector Evolution.

Once you've completed the challenges, he climbs to 89 with 90 speed, 86 dribbling, 86 defense, 85 physicality, 85 passing and 85 shooting. Apart from his main position, you can use him as a right midfielder or right winger.

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Joshua Kimmich

• Card type: Notification (selected team of the week)
• Overall score: 87
• Ranking after evolution: 89

Joshua Kimmich is often regarded as one of the best midfielders in world football, and the German international also plays in the right-back position. Even if it's not his primary position right now, he could be a strong option when deployed there. Based on that, using him in Evolution can be a good choice.

He ends up with an overall rating of 89 and finishes with stats like 89 Passing, 86 Defense, 85 Dribbling, 83 Physical, 78 Speed ​​and 75 Shooting. You will love having him in your final team and can use him as a CDM or right back.

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João Cancelo

• Card type: Notification (selected team of the week)
• Overall score: 87
• Ranking after evolution: 89

Joao Cancelo was the best full-back a few years ago. However, since his stint with Pep Guardiola, he hasn't found his true rhythm. After several loan periods, he has now reached the Saudi Premier League and represents Al-Hilal. His performance for the club has earned him an Inform card in EA Sports FC 25.

You can use Inform João Cancelo in Playmaking Protector Evolution to take him to the next level. His stats will get a significant boost and then he will have 90 speed, 87 passing, 86 dribbling, 86 defense, 78 physical play and 74 shooting, making him a good option for the right back position.

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Jesus Navas

• Card type: Centurions
• Overall score: 86
• Ranking after evolution: 89

Jesus Navas is a cult icon for Sevilla and the Spanish footballer has had a brilliant career, winning many trophies at club and international level. During the 2024/2025 season, he unfortunately had to retire from the sport, much to the dismay of the fans. Considering he was part of the Spanish team that won the FIFA World Cup in 2010, his longevity was incredible.

In EA Sports FC 25 Ultimate Team, Jesus Navas has a Centurions card and it can be very useful. You can increase it through the latest evolution of the game, with his basic stats like 90 speed, 86 dribbling, 86 defense, 86 passing, 79 physicality and 75 shooting.

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Diego Dalot

• Card type: The whole rush
• Overall score: 86
• Ranking after evolution: 89

Although Manchester United have struggled in the 2024/2025 season, there have been a few players who have performed well, one of them being Diego Dalot. The Portuguese international has appeared on the field several times and is quite capable and has good offensive and defensive abilities.

Using Diogo Dalot's Total Rush card in Playmaking Protector Evolution can be fantastic and you end up with an 89 right back who has 90 pace, 86 defense, 85 physicality, 85 dribbling, 84 passing, and 69 shooting. His shot may not be great, but his other numbers will help you a lot on the court.

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Gianluca Zambrotta

• Card type: Symbol of Centurions
• Overall score: 87
• Ranking after evolution: 89

Gianluca Zambrotta is emerging as a sporting legend and you will remember him for his time at Juventus. He was also crucial to Italy's success at the 2006 World Cup, which they eventually won against France. He has a Centurions icon card in EA Sports FC 25 and his presence can strengthen your backline.

With Evolution running, you can get an 89 rated Gianluca Zambrotta and he will have 90 Speed, 86 Defense, 85 Dribbling, 85 Physical and 84 Passing. He also has a 5-star weak foot that allows him to score with either foot.

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Trent Alexander-Arnold

• Card type: The whole rush
• Overall score: 87
• Ranking after evolution: 89

There has been no better right-back in the modern generation than Trent Alexander-Arnold and the England international has been impressive for Liverpool. Throughout his career, he has consistently performed well, and has good passing abilities that help your striker score more goals.

Trent Alexander-Arnold has an 89 overall rating after finishing playmaking guard, while he has 91 passing, 87 speed, 87 defense, 86 dribbling, 84 physicality and 75 shooting. He can be a great defensive midfielder and his passing can allow you to carve balls through the opposition defence.