Staff Guide: Personnel & Strategy
Optimizing resources, costs, and roadmap for managers
1. Employee Types & Priority
🚀 Assistant Coach (Max 2)
MAXIMUMFunction: Increases training speed and improves background form. Risk: Increases injury risk.
Strategy: Essential from day 1 to generate capital by selling trainees.
🏥 Medic (Doctor)
HIGHFunction: Reduces injury risk and speeds up recovery for players sent to the infirmary.
Strategy: Recommended if you have high-level assistants to offset physical wear.
🧠 Sports Psychologist
MEDIUMFunction: Keeps confidence high (boosts attack) and helps team spirit (midfield).
Strategy: Vital when you start competing for promotion or titles, not for bot leagues.
🛠️ Advanced Staff
LOW / NONEForm & Tactical: Only useful in elite divisions or very tight competitions.
Financial Director: FORBIDDEN unless you have more than €15M in the bank.
2. Cost Table & Contract Management
Cost depends on level and duration. More contract weeks result in massive savings.
| Employee Level | 1 Week | 8 Weeks | 16 Weeks (Economic) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | €1,800 | €1,440 | €1,020 |
| Level 2 | €3,600 | €2,880 | €2,040 |
| Level 3 | €7,200 | €5,760 | €4,080 |
| Level 4 | €14,400 | €11,520 | €8,160 |
| Level 5 | €33,840 | €22,560 | €15,960 |
3. Roadmap: Who to hire and when?
| Employee Type | Primary Function | Rookie Phase (Wk. 1-16) | Expert / Elite Phase | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Coaches (2) | Training Speed | ESSENTIAL | CRITICAL | MAXIMUM |
| Medic (Doctor) | Prevents/Heals Injuries | RECOMMENDED | CRITICAL | HIGH |
| Sports Psychologist | Confidence (Attack) | OPTIONAL | VITAL FOR PROMOTION | MEDIUM |
| Form / Tactical Coach | Form / Orders | IGNORE | ADVANCED | LOW |
| Financial Director | Releases Reserves | FORBIDDEN | > €15M Balance | VERY LOW |
Ideal Setup (Data Lab)
For a starting team looking to maximize ROI:
- 2 Assistants (Level 4): Optimal training speed.
- 1 Medic (Level 3-4): Safety against injuries.
- 1 Free Slot: To save money or for an occasional Psychologist.
The Golden Rule:
"Always prioritize training over any other variable. Staff is an investment to increase the value of your players."