Football Manager 2018 wonderkids are key to success in the game, with central midfielders among the most important players in your squad.

Rising talents come in all shapes and sizes in the central midfield position; it's entirely up to you whether your middle men should focus on defending or attacking.

Passing is always crucial in your midfield but speed, strength and flair are all optional attributes that can be tailored to your tactics.

Several Brazilian stars are yet to arrive in Europe but these future world-beaters could dominate the Premier League and beyond if given a chance.

Scroll through the gallery above to see 25 of the best Wonderkid central midfielder in Football Manager 2018.