FM24 Best Saves: 5 Clubs to Start Your 2025 Football Manager Journey

Discover the top 5 clubs for your next FM24 save in 2025, from rebuilding giants like Sampdoria to Hollywood-backed Wrexham dreams.

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Ah, New Year’s Eve – a time for fresh starts, bold resolutions, and, if you’re anything like me, new Football Manager 2024 saves to reignite your FM24 passion. Discover the top 5 clubs for your next FM24 save in 2025, from rebuilding giants to creating Hollywood dreams. Maybe your current save has become a bit stale. Perhaps that five-season domination of Europe with Real Madrid has you craving a challenge. Or maybe – just maybe – you’ve found yourself stuck in the footballing purgatory of mid-table mediocrity (hello, Aston Villa save circa 2023). Fear not! I've got five incredible clubs that will breathe life into your FM24 adventures as we step into 2025. Let’s dive in.

 

1. Hamburger SV – A Fallen Giant’s Redemption Story

Once the pride of German football, Hamburger SV is a club that’s fallen on hard times. Still lingering in the shadows of their Bundesliga glory days, the potential to revive them is irresistible. You’ll be tasked with restoring their reputation, rebuilding their squad, and finally smashing that 2. Bundesliga glass ceiling.

Why it’s fun:

• You get to rekindle the club’s legacy as a top-tier force in Germany.
• Hamburg’s passionate fanbase demands results, adding pressure that makes success even sweeter.

Pro tip: Invest in youth and use their excellent facilities to develop the next Mesut Özil. Oh, and don’t overspend on journeymen looking for their last payday. Trust me.

2. Wrexham AFC – Hollywood Dreams

Thanks to Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, Wrexham’s rise to fame isn’t just a fairytale – it’s reality. With big ambitions, a global fanbase, and a solid foundation, this save offers the perfect mix of story and substance. Your job? Take them from the depths of League Two to the Premier League and beyond.

 
Why it’s fun:

• You’ll manage a club with genuine momentum and an intriguing narrative.
• The facilities are decent for the level, giving you room to grow.

Pro tip: Use the board’s Hollywood connections to negotiate some cheeky friendly matches against big clubs. Extra cash never hurts!

3. Sampdoria – Rebuilding an Italian Icon

Ah, Sampdoria. The Blucerchiati’s fall from grace has been painful to watch. Starting in Serie B, this save is all about restoring Sampdoria’s status as a Serie A stalwart. The city of Genoa deserves top-flight football, and you could be the manager to deliver it.

Why it’s fun:

• Serie B is one of the most competitive leagues, offering plenty of excitement and drama.
• There’s a rich history to draw inspiration from as you rebuild.

Pro tip: Scout Serie A’s fringe players for bargain signings. Italy’s top-flight clubs are always looking to offload promising youngsters.

4. Preston North End – History Meets Ambition

The original Invincibles deserve their moment back in the spotlight. Preston North End is one of England’s most historic clubs, but their trophy cabinet has been gathering dust for far too long. Taking them from the Championship to Premier League glory? That’s a resolution worth sticking to.

Why it’s fun:

• Preston’s deep history makes this save feel like a footballing pilgrimage.
• The Championship’s unpredictability keeps you on your toes.

Pro tip: Prioritise a solid defensive setup. The Championship is unforgiving for managers who neglect their backline.

5. Torino – The Eternal Underdog

Living in Juventus’s shadow is no easy task, but Torino’s story is one of resilience. The Granata have a passionate fanbase, a rich history, and the potential to become a Serie A powerhouse. Dethroning their city rivals? Now that’s a challenge to relish.

Why it’s fun:

• You get to build a squad capable of competing with Italy’s elite.
• The Derby della Mole against Juventus is one of FM’s most intense fixtures.

Pro tip: Focus on developing local Italian talent. Torino’s fanbase loves homegrown heroes.

Final Thoughts

So there you have it – five clubs to reignite your Football Manager 2024 journey as we head into 2025. Whether you’re into dramatic comebacks, long-term projects, or rivalry-fuelled narratives, there’s something here for every FM enthusiast.

Now, it’s your turn. Dust off those tactics, set your goals, and get managing. And hey, if you end up signing an ageing Cristiano Ronaldo for Wrexham, I won’t judge. Much.