OMG, the Great Guti Evolution is finally here in EA Sports FC 25 Ultimate Team, and let me tell you, it's an absolute game-changer for your midfield! This evolution is like giving your favorite players a superhero serum – it gives them a massive, all-around boost, pushing their stats to get scarily close to the legendary Guti Hero card itself. Basically, it turns your solid midfielders into absolute monsters on the virtual pitch. But of course, EA has some rules you gotta follow. Your chosen card can't be too OP to start with: max 82 overall, 84 pace, 7 PlayStyles, and zero Roles++. Oh, and the most important part? They've gotta be able to play as a Central Midfielder (CM). No exceptions! So, after grinding and testing, here are my top picks to transform with this incredible evolution. Trust me, you'll want to try these out.

Let's dive into the best candidates for this midfield makeover!

7. Isco – The Spanish Maestro

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  • Starting OVR: 82 | Position: CAM (CM Secondary)

  • Final OVR after Evo: 85

Remember Isco at his peak for Real Madrid? Pure magic. Now at Real Betis, he's still got that flair, and in FC 25, he's a perfect fit for this evolution. Post-evo, he becomes an 85-rated attacking force with 86 Passing, 83 Dribbling, and 82 Shooting. He'll be pulling the strings in your final third like it's 2017 again. A no-brainer for La Liga or Spanish squads.

6. Danielle Van De Donk – The Lyon Dynamo

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  • Starting OVR: 82 | Position: CM

  • Final OVR after Evo: 85

If you're not using women's players in your Ultimate Team yet, you're missing out, period. Danielle van de Donk is an absolute baller for Lyon, and her base card is already solid. Evolve her, and she becomes a complete 85-rated midfielder with 86 Passing, 86 Dribbling, 82 Shooting, and 79 Pace. Her vision and creativity will unlock any defense. She's honestly a hidden gem for this promo.

5. Sancet – The Creative Engine

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  • Starting OVR: 82 | Position: CAM (CM Secondary)

  • Final OVR after Evo: 85

Another fantastic La Liga option! Sancet is that creative midfielder who lives for the killer through ball. After the evolution, his 85-rated card boasts some seriously well-rounded stats: 86 Passing, 84 Dribbling, 82 Shooting, 82 Physicality, and 80 Pace. He's got the strength to hold off challenges and the technique to pick a pass. What more could you want?

4. John McGinn – Villa's Heartbeat

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  • Starting OVR: 82 | Position: CM

  • Final OVR after Evo: 85

Villa fans, this one's for you! McGinn is the ultimate all-action midfielder – scores bangers, makes tackles, and provides assists. The Great Guti Evolution turns him into a proper 85-rated playmaker with 86 Passing, a whopping 85 Physical, 82 Shooting, and 82 Dribbling. The best part? He can also slot in as a defensive midfielder (CDM). Talk about versatility!

3. Riqui Puig (In-Form) – The MLS Magician

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  • Starting OVR: 82 | Position: CM

  • Final OVR after Evo: 85

Okay, hear me out. Yes, he plays in MLS now. Yes, chemistry might be a tiny headache. But look at those post-evolution stats! We're talking 88 Dribbling and 86 Passing, with 82 in both Shooting and Pace. This card is pure silk on the ball. If you can fit him in, he might just be the most fun player to use on this entire list. Sometimes you just pick for the vibes, you know?

2. Tijjani Reijnders – Milan's Midfield Machine

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  • Starting OVR: 82 | Position: CM

  • Final OVR after Evo: 85

This guy has been a revelation for AC Milan (or Milano FC, as the game calls them now). He's the definition of a modern box-to-box midfielder. Evolve him, and you get an 85-rated workhorse with 86 Passing, 84 Dribbling, 82 Shooting, and 82 Pace. He can play CM, CDM, or even CAM. He's literally the complete package and probably the most meta choice on this list for competitive play.

1. Joelinton – The Toon Titan

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  • Starting OVR: 82 | Position: CM

  • Final OVR after Evo: 85

And here we are, my number one pick: Big Joe! Joelinton is arguably the most underrated player in the Premier League, and this evolution turns him into an absolute beast. Just look at these final stats. I'm not kidding:

  • 🏋️ Physical: 89 (He will bully people)

  • 🎯 Passing: 85

  • ⚡ Pace: 82

  • 🔥 Shooting: 82

  • 🎨 Dribbling: 82

  • 🛡️ Defending: 81

An 85-rated card with no stat below 81? That's just ridiculous. He's the perfect embodiment of what the Great Guti Evolution does: it creates a truly complete, well-rounded midfielder who can do everything. If you can only do one evolution, make it this one. Your midfield will thank you.

So there you have it! The Great Guti Evolution is one of the best things to happen to FC 25 Ultimate Team this year. It lets you take a player you might love and turn them into a club legend. Who are you going to evolve first? Let me know down below! 👇 #FIFA25 #FC25 #UltimateTeam #GreatGutiEvo