Few nations breathe football quite like Argentina. From the dusty pitches of Rosario to the barrios of Buenos Aires, every kid grows up dreaming of becoming the next Maradona, Messi, or Riquelme. The country has an unmatched knack for producing players with grit, flair, and that unique Argentine edge — la garra y la magia.

In Football Manager, Argentina is one of the most rewarding nations to scout. Beneath the established stars of Boca Juniors and River Plate lies a conveyor belt of prodigious teenagers — playmakers with street football in their DNA, defenders who tackle like their lives depend on it, and strikers with ice in their veins.

This post highlights some of the most promising Argentine players — raw, exciting, and full of potential. Some are already making waves in the youth divisions, while others are just waiting for their breakthrough moment.

Quick disclaimer:
I don’t know their current or potential ability in Football Manager.
You’ll need to get your scouts on the ground in Argentina to find out who can truly carry your team forward.

Whether you’re managing in South America and want to build your dynasty with homegrown heroes, or running a European club hunting for the next wonderkid to import, Argentina’s youth ranks are packed with gems waiting to shine.

Let’s take a look at the new generation ready to carry La Albiceleste’s legacy into the future

Goalkeepers

Froilan Diaz – Union Santa Fe

Franco Jaraszewicz – River Plate

Centre Backs

Gonzalo Escudero – Racing Club

Leo Cristaldo – Velez

Tobias Ramirez – Argentinos Jrs

Wing Backs

Dylan Gorosito – Boca

Nahuel Arias – San Lorenzo

Jano Gordon – Velez

Teo Rodriguez Pagano – San Lorenzo

Elias Baez – San Lorenzo

Benjamin Farina – Lanus

Midfielders

Agustin Medina – Lanus

Bautista Castreje – Racing Club

Felipe Pujol – Velez

Mateo Aguiar – Defensa y Justicia

Matias Arias – Velez

Jeronimo Gomez Mattar – Newells

Santiago Espindola – River Plate

Matias Acevedo – Racing Club

Juan Cruz Meza – River Plate

Wingers

Tomas Parmo – Independiente

Santino Viollaz – Independiente

Alex Veron – Velez

Juan Cruz Policella – Velez

Strikers

Lautaro Piola – Velez

Agustín Ruberto – River Plate

Thomás De Martis – Lanus

Argentina has always been a cradle of footballing genius — from the streets of Rosario to the barrios of Buenos Aires, the game runs through every heartbeat. The next generation is no different. These young Argentines are raw, passionate, and brimming with that unique mix of flair and fight that defines their nation’s footballing soul.

In Football Manager, that passion can become power. Scout them early, nurture them carefully, and give them the right environment to grow — because from these humble beginnings could rise the next Riquelme, Agüero, or even Messi. Argentina never runs out of talent. It’s just waiting for you to discover it.