FIFA 23 is edging closer by the day – so why don't we predict the top 5 best passers in the new game?

FIFA has had many maestros that have insane passing statistics in the past. The likes of Andres Iniesta, Xavi, Paul Scholes and of course – the absolute genius that is Andrea Pirlo have all featured that have all been right up there with the best passers to ever exist in world football.

But all these players have sadly retired from the sport, so a new era of pass masters are now in FIFA - but which players will have the best passing stats on the game?

With this - here we have our predicted best passers that appear in FIFA 23. Scroll down below to find out more.

Read More: FIFA 23 Ratings: Predictions and Everything We Know So Far

5 - Trent Alexander-Arnold

Trent Alexander-Arnold takes a corner

LEICESTER, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 26: Trent Alexander-Arnold takes a corner during the Premier League match between Leicester City and Liverpool FC at The King Power Stadium on December 26, 2019, in Leicester, United Kingdom. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

  • Position: RB
  • Club: Liverpool
  • League: Premier League
  • Passing Prediction: 89

At number five is Liverpool's flying full-back, Trent Alexander-Arnold.

The 23-year-old established himself as one of the best passers in the world at such a young age and will only improve. We may see him even higher in our predictions in years to come.

4 - Toni Kroos

Toni Kroos #8 of Real Madrid looks to pass

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 26: Toni Kroos #8 of Real Madrid looks to pass the ball across the field against Club America in the first half of the Soccer Champions Tour 22 during a pre-season friendly soccer game at Oracle Park on July 26, 2022, in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

From a relatively new kid on the block, evolving into a world-class midfielder and maturing like a fine wine - Toni Kroos.

The German is knocking on a bit, but what's undeniable is his passing technique has not been lost. We predict he'll have 90 passing in FIFA 23.

3 - Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi of Paris Saint-Germain in action

SUITA, JAPAN - JULY 25: Lionel Messi of Paris Saint-Germain in action during the pre-season friendly between Paris Saint-Germain and Gamba Osaka at Panasonic Stadium Suita on July 25, 2022, in Suita, Osaka, Japan. (Photo by Koji Watanabe/Getty Images)

He had to be here somewhere - Lionel Messi.

One of the great magicians of the 21st century, Messi can do it all - but passing is one of his top-tier attributes. He comes in at third.

2 - Luka Modric

Luka Modric of Real Madrid is challenged

PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 28: Luka Modric of Real Madrid is challenged by Luis Diaz of Liverpool during the UEFA Champions League final match between Liverpool FC and Real Madrid at Stade de France on May 28, 2022, in Paris, France. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

  • Position: CM
  • Club: Real Madrid
  • League: La Liga
  • Passing Prediction: 91

Just missing out on the top spot - Luka Modric.

The Croatian playmaker was immense last year for Madrid and was instrumental in their La Liga and Champions League titles. His vision is second to none and deserves a 91 rating.

1 - Kevin De Bruyne

Kevin De Bruyne of Manchester City celebrates

HOUSTON, TEXAS - JULY 20: Kevin De Bruyne of Manchester City celebrates after scoring their side's first goal during the Pre-Season friendly match between Manchester City and Club America at NRG Stadium on July 20, 2022, in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Logan Riely/Getty Images)

  • Position: CAM
  • Club: Manchester City
  • League: Premier League
  • Passing Prediction: 92

At the top spot it's Belgian superstar Kevin De Bruyne.

The Manchester City CAM's passing range is beyond comprehension, and he's proved himself to be the best in the business on the global stage for some years now.

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