Plays better when he is not one of the best 3 players on the team (on star value). Worse if he is.

Team earns fanclub members when this player plays a competitive match. The first popular player in a match gives 20 fanclub members, the second 12, then 8, 5, 3 and finally just 1 per player. Each popular player that doesn't play costs your team 5 fanclub members. Has no effect in U21 matches and friendlies.

Player gets 0.5 ball passing bonus, other players are more likely to pass to him. Is more likely to pass the ball when he has it.

Player commits fewer fouls and gets fewer yellow or red cards

Gets a bonus at scoring from outside the penalty area. Can also use passing or dueling instead of scoring for these shots.

Player gets 1 ball passing-bonus, or can use blocking, dueling or scoring when taking a corner or free-kick.