Football Manager 2022 Argentina Wonderkids: Find and sign the next Lionel Messi

Football Manager 2022 has finally arrived, which means you can jump in NOW and start scouting the next generation of wonderkid superstars.

From Messi to Maradona, Argentina has had their fair share of talented superstars, but can you be the manager to unearth their next big icon?

Whilst some of these names may be unfamiliar, they all have the potential to become special in Football Manager 2022.

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Tiago Geralnik (CA 85 - PA 120-150)

Age: 18

Club: Villareal

Value: £700,000

Wage: £500 a week

A rough diamond with plenty of room to grow, Tiago Geralnik is an attacking midfielder who could become a superstar.

With a high potential rating and a low value, we think picking up this young Argentinian lead to major rewards in Football Manager 2022.

Alan Velasco (CA 120 - PA 140-170)

Age: 19

Club: Independiente

Value: £500,000 - 4.6 million

Wage: £2,200 a week

A dangerous winger who could reach a rating as high as 170, Alan Velasco has all the credentials to emulate Lionel Messi.

His stats are solid but will only improve as the years go by, meaning you're certain to feel long-term rewards if you invest in this youngster.

Facundo Farias (CA 123 - PA 140-170)

Age: 19

Club: Colon

Value: £850,000 - 4.6 million

Wage: £2,600 a week

Another attacking midfielder who can also operate out wide, Facundo Farias already has a good range of stats that could make him a ready-made option for your squad.

He may not be ready to start every week, but we think this young star could reach the very top in Football Manager 2022.

David Ayala (CA 111 - PA 130-160)

Age: 19

Club: Estudiantes

Value: £80,000 - 4.8 million

Wage: £950 a week

A graceful central midfeilder with a great range of technical, mental and physical stats, David Ayala is another player who could grow into a superstar.

With a high potential rating and a low investment cost, Ayala is a player that you should seriously consider signing in this year's game.

Franco Orozco (CA 114 - PA 120-150)

Age: 19

Club: Lanus

Value: £2.1 - 4.4 million

Wage: £475 a week

A left-winger who is set to burst into a superstar, Franco Orozco would be a brilliant option for your team in FM22.

The Lanus wide man has plenty of flair already, and we think this nifty Argentinian could bring some style to the future of your club.

Dario Sarmiento (CA 107 - PA 140-170)

Age: 18

Club: Girona (on loan from Man City)

Value: £8.8 - 11 million

Wage: £7,500 a week

A current Manchester City youth prospect, Dario Sarmiento is already out on loan developing his craft with Girona.

With plenty of room to grow into a top-level star, we recommend keeping an eye on Sarmiento and swooping in for a bargain purchase if you get the chance.

Valentin Barco (CA 105 - PA 130-160)

Age: 17

Club: Boca

Value: £475,000 - 4.8 million

Wage: £1,900 a week

Full-backs are one of the most important positions in the modern game, and Valentin Barco could become your guaranteed starter for years to come.

With the 17-year-old already possessing excellent tackling, we think this small investment could reap major rewards in Football Manager 2022.

Julian Aude (CA 116 - PA 130-160)

Age: 18

Club: Lanus

Value: £3.5 - 7.2 million

Wage: £2,200 a week

Another left-back who could act as an alternative to Barco, Julian Aude is a player who could end up becoming just as good, if not better.

The versatile Argentine has a great mix of stats, and we think he should be identified as a true hidden gem in FM22.

Alan Varela (CA 120 - PA 120-150)

Age: 20

Club: Boca

Value: £600,000 - 6 million

Wage: £1,300 a week

Another central midfielder who could become a pass master, Alan Varela is a low-cost investment who could become one of the best in Europe.

Whilst he may be older than some of the other options on this list, investing in Varela could be a sign of great success for your team in Football Manager 2022.

Carlos Alcaraz (CA 114 - PA 130-160)

Age: 18

Club: Racing Club

Value: £750,000 - 7.4 million

Wage: £1,000 a week

Midfield maestros don't come cheap, hence why it's so important to scout the next generation and beat the rush.

Carlos Alcaraz is certainly an example of this, with the current Racing Club midfield general set to explode into a superstar in this year's game.

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