Tottenham's complete FIFA 17 ratings: What Spurs ratings are and what they should be

LONDON, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 14: Toby Alderweireld of Tottenham Hotspur celebrates scoring his sides first goal during the UEFA Champions League match between Tottenham Hotspur FC and AS Monaco FC at Wembley Stadium on September 14, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Which Tottenham players got underrated by EA Sports this season?

Like it or not, many fans based their opinions about which Tottenham players are good, and which are not, largely on their EA Sports ratings via FIFA 17. It’s a silly way to evaluate talent, but we’re always up for a good natured debate.

As a result, this piece will take you player-by-player through Spurs’ ratings in the game. For the most part, I think EA Sports have done a pretty decent job. It’s certainly a better effort than the franchise has put forth in years past.

With that being said, of course I do have some serious questions about some of the ratings. In particular, I don’t think they give enough credit to the club’s bright Academy prospects. Sure, some of those players aren’t ready for first team football quite yet, but they’re downgraded too much for their lack of experience.

Without further delay, read on to discover how each Tottenham player is rated this season, and what I believe their rating should have been. We’ll start from the bottom and move upwards.

STEVENAGE, ENGLAND – AUGUST 01: George Casey of Stevenage and Connor Ogilvie of Tottenham XI challenge for the ball during a pre-season friendly match between Stevenage and Tottenham XI at the Lamax Stadium on August 1, 2015 in Stevenage, England. (Photo by Matthew Lewis/Getty Images)

Connor Ogilvie

Actual Rating: 58

It’s hard to argue with EA Sports much on this one. Tottenham’s ginger left back probably isn’t going to make much of an impact on the Spurs first team. He played reasonably well out on loan last season, but isn’t viewed as a real prospect by the club.

As a result, I’m satisfied with his 58 rating. Sure, his loan spell at Stevenage last season might have earned him a little bit more respect, but it’s not as if he set England afire with his sparking play.

I’m not going to quibble with this mark one bit. There might be a case to rate him as high as 60, but it’s not as if he’s going to be a hot property on the FIFA transfer market.

My Rating: 58

Next: Shayon Harrison

DERBY, ENGLAND – AUGUST 26: Shayon Harrison of Tottenham during the Premier League 2 match between Derby County and Tottenham Hotspur at Derby County Training Ground on August 26, 2016 in Derby, England. (Photo by Alex Morton/Getty Images)

Shayon Harrison

Actual Rating: 60

The young striker has been an afterthought for most of the season, but Harry Kane’s recent injury has changed all that. Now Harrison is a prospect that’s of much more interest to the Spurs faithful.

Unfortunately, he isn’t fit either. Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino told the press that he isn’t fit enough to be in the squad against Gillingham on Wednesday. That would have been a huge opportunity for the young Englishman to make his case for first team football.

I actually think he’s quite underrated by EA Sports. Perhaps it’s wishful thinking on my part, but I believe his preseason play for the club looked reasonably promising. I don’t think he’s particularly ready for Premier League football, but I think he’s much closer than the game gives him credit. I’d argue he should be several notches higher than the 60 he received.

My Rating: 64

Next: Cameron Carter-Vickers

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – JULY 29: Cameron Carter-Vickers of Tottenham runs with the ball during 2016 International Champions Cup Australia match between Tottenham Hotspur and Atletico de Madrid at Melbourne Cricket Ground on July 29, 2016 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Jack Thomas/Getty Images)

Cameron Carter-Vickers

Actual Rating: 62

It’s pretty obvious that EA Sports don’t consult Pochettino about their player ratings. If they did, Carter-Vickers would have received much higher marks.

After all, the Spurs boss prefers him to Kevin Wimmer at the moment, who you’ll see later on is rated much higher by the franchise. I may not agree with Pochettino on that point, but the difference between the two players is too great.

The reality is that he’s the third choice centre back for a top four Premier League club at the moment. 62 isn’t close to an adequate rating for a player in that sort of position. His rating should really be much higher.

My Rating: 68

Next: Harry Winks

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – JULY 29: Filipe Luis of Atletico de Madrid and Harry Winks of Tottenham Hotspur compete for the ball during 2016 International Champions Cup Australia match between Tottenham Hotspur and Atletico de Madrid at Melbourne Cricket Ground on July 29, 2016 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images for ICC)

Harry Winks

Actual Rating: 64

Winks is another Tottenham player who’s received a new contract as of late, even though he hasn’t made a first team appearance yet this season. Expect that to change on Wednesday against Gillingham.

The young Englishman is in the midst of an interesting positional switch. He started his career with Spurs playing as an attacking midfielder, but has been slowly transitioned into the double-pivot. He may not have the ideal body type for that spot on the pitch, but he’s showed a lot of competitive spirit which has endeared him to Pochettino.

Unfortunately for Winks, Tottenham are stocked with a lot of accomplished players in the defensive midfield. That’s making it much tougher for him to crack the senior squad. Once he does, he’ll likely be in line for a better player rating. Until then, EA Sports got this one right.

My Rating: 64

Next: Josh Onomah

LONDON, ENGLAND – AUGUST 27: Joshua Onomah of Tottenaham Hotspur in action during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool at White Hart Lane on August 27, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Josh Onomah

Actual Rating: 70

Regular readers of my work know that I believe Onomah has a huge future at Tottenham. He has the natural ability to become a world-class attacking midfielder. All he needs is more time and practice to become a hugely important figure at the club.

With all that being said, he isn’t ready for the primetime as of yet. He hasn’t been able to really make any concrete contributions on the pitch this season. His inability to do so, in part, led the club to spend significant cash to bring in Moussa Sissoko and Georges-Kevin N’Koudou on Deadline Day.

In other words, I’m a huge fan of Onomah’s potential, but I’m a realist about where he is currently. The folks at EA Sports have given him a little more credit than he deserves.

My Rating: 68

Next: Tom Carroll

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – JULY 29: Tom Carroll of Tottenham Hotspur controls the ball during 2016 International Champions Cup Australia match between Tottenham Hotspur and Atletico de Madrid at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on July 29, 2016 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images)

Tom Carroll

Actual Rating: 72

Carroll is another Tottenham midfielder who’s signed a new contract in the last two weeks. Unlike most of his peers, I believe Spurs inked him to a new deal to make sure they could maximize his value in a future transfer.

The slight midfielder is a cult hero to some around White Hart Lane, but I don’t get all the fuss. He lacks the physicality to play in the midfield, and he isn’t quick enough to thrive as an attacker. There are Premier League clubs that can use a player like Tom Carroll, but Tottenham aren’t one of them.

As such, I think he’s overrated. 72 is a score that should go to a player who is consistently a part of his club’s matchday squad. Carroll will struggle to make Pochettino’s top 18 for much of the season.

My Rating: 67

Next: Pau Lopez

ENFIELD, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 08: Pau Lopez of Tottenham during the Tottenham Hotspur training session at Tottenham Hotspur training centre on September 8, 2016 in Enfield, England. (Photo by Tottenham Hotspur FC/Tottenham Hotspur FC via Getty Images)

Pau Lopez

Actual Rating: 73

In all honesty, I was rather surprised to see Lopez receive such a high rating. He showcased real ability for Espanyol, but there’s a reason he’s come to Spurs to be their third choice keeper. He didn’t enjoy his best form last season.

On the other hand, he is a player who has shown the capability to be a La LIga starter. That isn’t something to be ignored. It’s also telling that Pochettino, his former manager, went out on a limb to bring him to White Hart Lane. Clearly the gaffer sees real ability in the young keeper.

Even though the manager admires him, he may not play a minute for Spurs this season. His acquisition was all about prospecting for the future. He’s probably a decent keeper at the moment, but it’s hard to believe he’s anything more than that.

My Rating: 70

Next: Kieran Trippier

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – JULY 29: Kieran Trippier of Tottenham Hotspur and Thomas Partey of Atletico de Madrid compete for the ball during 2016 International Champions Cup Australia match between Tottenham Hotspur and Atletico de Madrid at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on July 29, 2016 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images)

Kieran Trippier

Actual Rating: 77

I can’t lie to my readers. When I saw that Trippier was rated as a 77 I was pretty shocked. He’s a nice Premier League backup, but I don’t think he’s fit to start at a club like Spurs.

He just isn’t athletic enough to really thrive under Pochettino. I suppose most players look slow when you’re comparing them to Kyle Walker, but Trippier just doesn’t show that same drive up the pitch.

On the plus side for Trippier, he is an excellent crosser of the ball. During matches when Spurs dominate possession, he can be a real weapon. I can only assume that’s why he scored the rating he did. Needless to say, I thought it was optimistic.

My Rating: 74

Next: Vincent Janssen

LONDON, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 14: Vincent Janssen of Tottenham Hotspur is pulled down inside the box by Jemerson of AS Monaco during the UEFA Champions League match between Tottenham Hotspur FC and AS Monaco FC at Wembley Stadium on September 14, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Vincent Janssen

Actual Rating: 78

Any doubt over whether or not Vincent Janssen is capable of performing as a Premier League striker will be cleared up over the next eight weeks. He’s set to get a lot of playing time in the absence of Harry Kane.

The Dutch international really excels at playing with his back to the goal. He’s an absolute animal i the 18-yard-box and that really creates opportunities for Tottenham’s attacking midfield.

The trouble with his start in England is that he hasn’t found the back of the net as of yet. He had a good finishing record in Eredivisie last season, but it hasn’t translated to the Premier League as of yet.

If he plays to the 78 rating over the next eight weeks, Tottenham fans have every right to be overjoyed. Sadly, I don’t see him living up to that billing.

My Rating: 74

Next: Georges-Kevin N'Koudou

MARSEILLE, FRANCE – APRIL 10: Georges Kévin Nkoudou Mbida from marseille in action during the French League 1 match between Olympique de Marseille and FC Girondins de Bordeaux at Stade Velodrome on April 10, 2016 in Marseille, France. (Photo by Pascal Rondeau/Getty Images)

Georges-Kevin N’Koudou

Actual Rating: 78

Evidently EA Sports really rate the competition in Ligue 1. N’Koudou hasn’t played a minute yet for Spurs, but he got a very solid rating in FIFA 17.

Similar to my thoughts about Janssen’s ratings, I’ll be thrilled if he performs up to this level. Right now, he’s struggling to learn enough English to get on the field for Pochettino. That isn’t a great start to his Tottenham career.

On the plus side, he has shown electric pace which could endear him to his new manager. Spurs really don’t have a true speed burner in the squad, and N’Koudou could emerge as an excellent option off the substitute’s bench.

I won’t be a bit surprised if N’Koudou plays to this level next season, but he’s not likely to make a huge impact during the 2016-17 season.

My Rating: 75

Next: Ben Davies

LONDON, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 14: Ben Davies of Tottenham Hotspur during the UEFA Champions League match between Tottenham Hotspur FC and AS Monaco FC at Wembley Stadium on September 14, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Ben Davies

Actual Rating: 78

Think of Ben Davies as a moderately better version of Kieran Trippier. He’s capable of being a Premier League starter, but not with Tottenham. For Davies, it may have more to do with his style of play than a lack of quality.

He just doesn’t do enough offensively to hold down the starting left back for Pochettino. He’s got great skill on the ball, but is hesitant to really penetrate the opposition’s final third.

I suspect that has a lot to do with his lack of foot speed. He doesn’t have the innate ability to use his pace to recover if he’s caught too far up the pitch. It’s the biggest reason Danny Rose starts over him every week.

Davies deserves a solid FIFA rating, but this one is just a bit too optimistic for me. He lacks the dynamic athleticism necessary to be a star.

My Rating: 76

Next: Eric Dier

LONDON, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 14: Jemerson of AS Monaco and Eric Dier of Tottenham Hotspur clash during the UEFA Champions League match between Tottenham Hotspur FC and AS Monaco FC at Wembley Stadium on September 14, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Eric Dier

Actual Rating: 78

This is the first spot on the list where I believe a Tottenham player is significantly underrated. Eric Dier deserves better than this middling player rating.

While I’ve been critical of his slow start to the campaign, he clearly showed he’s an above-average Premier League midfielder last year. He parlayed his excellent season into a prominent role for England. That’s not a minor accomplishment for a player of his youth.

I suppose the criticism around Dier’s game might be his lack of foot speed or true skill on the ball. That isn’t what he’s on the pitch to do. He’s there to break up play and shield the back four. He does those things very well.

Giving Dier the same rating as Ben Davies just rubs me the wrong way. He may not be a world-class midfielder, but he’s headed in that direction.

My Rating: 81

Next: Son Heung-Min

LONDON, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 18: Heung-Min Son of Tottenham Hotspur (R) controls the ball while under pressure from Jason Denayer of Sunderland (L) during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Sunderland at White Hart Lane on September 18, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Son Heung-Min

Actual Rating: 78

Any Tottenham fans who claims to know exactly what to make of Son Heung-Min at the current point in time is a liar. He struggled for large stretches last season, but has exploded onto the scene with two excellent performances in the last three matches.

It seems that EA Sports have elected to split the difference on the two possibilities with this rating. When he’s on the top of his game, he plays like an attacker who should be rated in the mid-80s. Unfortunately, that hasn’t happened consistently during his Spurs career.

Son should also see more opportunities to shine while Kane is sidelined. He may not be a perfect option to play as a striker against every opponent, but don’t be surprised if he sees some playing time as a number nine. After all, Janssen can’t play every second of action for eight weeks straight.

I believe they’ve got Son’s rating spot on here. No qualms with the 78.

My Rating: 78

Next: Victor Wanyama

LONDON, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 18: Victor Wanyama of Tottenham Hotspur (L) is put under pressure from Steven Pienaar of Sunderland (R) during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Sunderland at White Hart Lane on September 18, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Paul Gilham/Getty Images)

Victor Wanyama

Actual Rating: 78

The physical Spurs midfielder might be the very definition of good, not great. He isn’t going to wow anyone with his offensive ability, but he almost always makes the right play.

If he was an offensive marvel, Spurs certainly couldn’t have secured him for the relatively modest transfer fee of 11 million pounds. Combining his excellent defensive ability with above-average offensive talent would equal a world-class midfielder.

The key to appreciating Wanyama’s game is to focus on what he does, and not concern yourself with what he can’t do out on the pitch. When you view his game through that sort of lens, you gain a real appreciation for his industry and physicality.

As long as he doesn’t cross the line and start drawing loads of red cards, he’s going to be a regular member of Pochettino’s squad. That earns him a slightly higher rating in my eyes.

My rating: 79

Next: Kevin Wimmer

ENFIELD, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 13: Kevin Wimmer of Tottenham Hotspur looks on during the Tottenham Hotspur training session at Tottenham Hotspur training centre on September 13, 2016 in Enfield, England. (Photo by Paul Gilham/Getty Images)

Kevin Wimmer

Actual Rating: 79

The Austrian centre back performed admirably in Jan Vertonghen’s absence last season. Some Spurs fans even believed he deserved to take the Belgian’s place in the starting XI.

That was last season. This season, Wimmer has fallen behind Cameron Carter-Vickers in the defending pecking order. Pochettino has dispelled notions of anything sinister about his absence. Instead, he claims just to prefer other options.

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I’m not inclined to believe Pochettino on this matter. There simply has to be more to the story. Wimmer looked like a budding star last season, and now he can’t find the pitch at White Hart Lane with a map.

That makes giving him an accurate FIFA rating almost impossible. 79 is a reasonable mark based on the way he played last season, but I think he has to be significantly downgraded due to whatever is going on with his game at the current point in time.

My Rating: 75

Next: Michel Vorm

LONDON, ENGLAND – AUGUST 20: Michel Vorm of Tottenham Hotspur gestures during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace at White Hart Lane on August 20, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Broadway/Getty Images)

Michel Vorm

Actual Rating: 80

Tottenham’s backup keeper gets a lot of respect from EA Sports. Some Spurs fans had real questions about his quality coming into this season, but he silenced the doubters with a few solid efforts in the absence of captain Hugo Lloris.

We really shouldn’t be surprised that Vorm showed so well in his relief role. He was a solid starting keeper for Swansea before he made the switch to Spurs. It’s not as if the trip for Wales caused him to forget how to play football altogether.

Candidly, I believe this will be his last season with the club unless significant silverware is won. He can certainly still perform as a starting keeper for a number of top clubs around Europe. It would make sense for him to want one more sustained run at first-team football before his skills start to decline.

80 is a little ambitious for my liking, but it isn’t too far off. Vorm is a solid backup, but I still hope I never see him have to fill in for Lloris again.

My Rating: 78

Next: Dele Alli

LONDON, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 18: Dele Alli of Tottenham Hotspur shoots during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Sunderland at White Hart Lane on September 18, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Dele Alli

Actual Rating: 80

I have a sneaky suspicion that Dele Alli was very disappointed when he learned of his rating. He grew up playing the game and undoubtedly wants other youngsters to enjoy playing with his likeness.

Despite Alli’s likely disappointment, I can’t find too much to argue with here. He is capable of extreme moments of brilliance, but can also drift out of matches for long stretches. If he ever finds consistency at that high level, he may become one of the world’s best attacking midfielders.

Some fans might think that’s an exaggeration, but that’s how much I believe in his natural talent. He just needs to rack up more matches to reach his full potential.

I’d argue Alli deserves a bit more credit from EA Sports, but nothing too drastic.

My Rating: 81

Next: Moussa Sissoko

LONDON, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 14: Moussa Sissoko of Tottenham Hotspur in action during the UEFA Champions League match between Tottenham Hotspur FC and AS Monaco FC at Wembley Stadium on September 14, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Moussa Sissoko

Actual Rating: 80

The newly acquired midfielder hasn’t really had the opportunity to show Spurs fans his full locker of skills yet. Count on that changing sooner rather than later.