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Free agents and transfer bargains are going to be extra important in FM21 thanks to the massive financial impact of the pandemic on the game's first transfer window - but they're also just satisfying deals to track down as it is.

100 of the best bargains on Football Manager 2021, including players for top teams, mid-table teams and smaller sides.

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Whether you're taking over the filthy rich Chelsea or a lower league fighter like Huddersfield Town, you'll always be looking to save money on the transfer market, and so below we've compiled a list of the best players you can snap up for free or a small amount in this year's Football Manager 2021.

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If you're after some players with a chance to really improve, mind, our page on FM21 wonderkids and the highest potential young players is the place to go.

FM21 free agents and bargain transfers: the best free and cheap players in Football Manager 2021

There are fewer household names than usual here, but still some cracking deals that can be a big help in your early seasons. Here are the best free agents, free transfers and bargains in FM21.

FM21 free agents and bargain transfers list:

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How we chose our list of the best free agents and bargains in FM21

Using the in-game scouting system, we've made a list to search for players with ratings of at least 14 (out of 20) in two or more ability fields, and over 10 in two others. Many of the players below exceed these. These abilities cover mental, technical and physical abilities, which can define not just a player's on-pitch performance, but how they interact with you and others on the team.

We set the maximum age to 33, so you can be sure you'll get at least a couple of years from some of these players. Usually, goalies are hard to come by but this year we're treated to two players not attached to any club, both with the potential of reaching 20 in handling ratings (the most important for goalkeepers).

There are many other highlights. Gabriel Leveh of KRC Genk seems to be the best cheap defender you can snap up, and he's only 20-years-old. Rental Santos looks to be a potential beast in your midfield, and is somehow available for the princely sum of £0. And we thought it would be nice to highlight Abdelrafik Gerard due to the flexibility of where you can play him on the field. Now it's just a matter of whether your scrappy team can also become formidable league challengers.

For more like this, our guide to FM21 wonderkids and the highest potential young players could come in very handy.

With money so hard to come by in Football Manager 21 due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on clubs' finances, it's more important than ever to know the best cheap midfielders on Football Manager 21.

We've scoured the huge database and found some absolute gems that will improve almost any squad, and a seriously low price.

Best Cheap Midfielders on Football Manager 21

Thiago Almada

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If you played Football Manager 20, you'll know all about Thiago Almada. He's still around on Football Manager 21, and he's still incredible. You can get him around £5m.

Fausto Vera

As far as young defensive midfielders come, they don't get much more solid. Vera can do it all. He can sit behind the midfield mopping up the ball quite comfortably, but also has the technical skills needed to push further up. Available for around £4m.

Nicolo Rovella

This year there's a huge void left by Sandro Tonali after his move to AC Milan, but there's a new Italian defensive midfielders on the block. Rovella will become one of the best midfielders on the game and is a must buy at £1.3m.

Timothy Weah

Versatile and quick off the mark, Timothy Weah is a really strong option to bolster your squad without breaking the bank, although his determination will put off a lot of suitors. Available at around £6m.

Jaminton Campaz

We could be looking at the next James Rodriguez. Campaz is still plying his trade in his native Colombia and after his breakthrough season at Deportes Tolima, he's ready for his big move. Available for around £1.5m.

Franco Tongya

It's not easy breaking through at Juventus (or Zebre as they're know on Football Manager 21), so it's best to snap up Franco Tongya from them and give him the first team football needed to make him one of the wold's bests. Tongya can do a job literally anywhere in midfield, and has all of Europe's big clubs sniffing. A bid of around £750k will be accepted.

While you're here, check out out guide to best strikers and best defenders on Football Manager 21.

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