Ultimate TOTS doesn’t drop until Friday but the market in FC 25 is already in full-blown panic. Prices for top Team of the Season cards are crashing several days in advance, with some players losing over a million coins since the weekend.
This isn’t a surprise. It happens every year during Ultimate TOTS week. High-rated players are expected to return to packs, making them easier to get and much cheaper. As a result, FUT managers are mass-selling their expensive cards.
Mbappé is now under five million coins. Raphinha has fallen from 2.8 million to two million. Lamine Yamal was 4.5 million just days ago and is now dropping fast. Even popular Bundesliga cards like Musiala and Wirtz are sliding.
People are selling now to avoid a bigger loss when Ultimate TOTS actually drops.
Why FC 25 prices crash during Ultimate TOTS week
Ultimate TOTS brings the best cards from all TOTS promos back into packs. EA selects top players from each league and bundles them into one final mega-squad.
Last year’s squad had Messi, Haaland, Bellingham and Mbappé. This year is expected to be even bigger since FC 25 featured more leagues and TOTS teams than ever before.
The problem is that many of these cards were previously extinct or very rare. Once re-released, their value tanks. A great example from FC 24 is Harry Kane. He went from 4.1 million to 800k in two weeks after returning in Ultimate TOTS.
That same trend is happening now. Top-rated players, especially those 95 and above, are being sold quickly before the inevitable crash.
Which FC 25 cards are most at risk of dropping?
Any TOTS card rated 95 or higher is likely to return in packs. These are the most at risk:
- Mbappé
- Raphinha
- Lamine Yamal
- Bellingham
- Musiala
- Van Dijk
- Wirtz
The uncertainty lies in which specific players EA will choose. Cards like Valverde and Gravenberch are borderline. If they don’t make the cut, they might bounce back in price slightly due to panic selling, but even that rise is usually short-lived.
Last year, players who didn’t make the Ultimate TOTS team saw a brief rebound before dropping again during summer promos. It’s a short window to trade.
What you should do now ahead of Ultimate TOTS
If you hold any high-tier TOTS cards, now is the time to consider selling. Prices are already falling and will likely continue to do so until Friday.
Cards that seem safe might not be. EA can include unexpected names or skip obvious ones. That adds more fear and confusion to the market.
For those who want to invest, some 95-rated cards like Kinteto and Forsberg are extremely cheap at 20k. Most 95s go for 25 to 30k. These are decent club stock pickups. Don’t go heavy, just one or two per club for SBC use later.
New PSG UCL cards increase the panic
Adding to the chaos, EA released the full PSG Champions League-winning squad into packs. These cards are rare and very expensive.
Kvaratskhelia’s 96-rated UCL card is over 2.3 million coins, while his 96-rated Fantasy FC version is just 900k. Vitinha, Hakimi and Donnarumma have also jumped in price, pulling coins away from TOTS cards as people sell off older players to afford the new ones.
This release sparked more panic, as traders feared a repeat of TOTS cards being pushed out of the spotlight by new high-end content.
Key dates and what to expect next
Monday was quiet for new SBCs, but EA did release Ivan Toney as a value striker SBC, along with upgrade packs and a few useful Cups. The real focus, however, is Thursday and Friday.
- Thursday brings the new season and new Evolutions
- Friday delivers Ultimate TOTS with re-released top cards in packs
- Pack weight will likely be low, and many of the best cards will still be hard to get
The key takeaway is to be ready for continued price drops, especially as leaks about which players make the Ultimate TOTS team start to appear.
FAQ about FC 25 Ultimate TOTS panic selling
What is Ultimate TOTS in FC 25?
It is a re-release of the best Team of the Season cards into packs.
Why are prices crashing before Ultimate TOTS?
Players are panic selling in anticipation of re-releases.
Which players are most likely to lose value?
Any TOTS card rated 95 or higher is at risk.
Should I sell my cards now or wait?
Sell now unless you are prepared for further price drops.
Will PSG UCL cards affect Ultimate TOTS prices?
Yes. Their high cost is pulling demand away from TOTS cards.
