Well, since FM decided to corrupt my last save with Nott'm Forest, I have decided to start a new game with Fiorentina and use it to run a story sorta thing. I'm going to try and tell the story through the media, this might be a little trickier than just telling it from my perspective, but I'll give it a try anyway.
I’m using the FM WeeGie update on a large datatbase with the following leagues loaded:
• English Premiership
• English Championship
• English League 1
• English League 2
• Spanish La Liga
• Italian Serie A
• Italian Serie B
• German Bundesliga
• Scottish Premier League
• Brazilian First Division (view-only)
• Argentinian First Division (view-only)
So, here's what I've already written up so far. Hope you guys like it, any comments would be appreciated
Sunday 2nd July 2006
Sky Sports News
“News just in that ex-England striker Sean Hutchinson has been confirmed as the new manager at Italian giants Fiorentina. We now go over to our Italian correspondant outside the Artemio Franchi stadium, Mike Tozzetto. Mike, whats the news from Florence?”
“Well Tim, in the last hour news has spread that former Newcastle striker Sean Hutchinson has signed a one year deal worth around £25,000 a week to become the new manager of AC Fiorentina. It seems that the appointment will be officially announced at a press conference scheduled for 3pm tomorrow afternoon. A Fiorentina spokesperson released a statement 15 minutes ago saying that a manager had been found and that further details will be announced later in the day. However, Hutchinson was sighted entering the ground earlier this morning and was greeted by chairman Diego Della Valle. There have been no reports of him leaving yet so all the signs point towards Hutchinson being the new manager here at Fiorentina.”
“Thanks Mike. So it looks like England legend Sean Hutchinson will take his first manager’s role in Italy. But now let’s have a look at his playing career statistics...”
Monday 3rd July 2006
Gazzetta dello Sport
Sean Hutchinson was unveiled as the new Fiorentina boss earlier today. Fans seem impressed by the appointment made by the chairman, and believe that a person of Hutchinson’s reputation will be the right man to take their beloved club forward and into a new era.
Now let’s have a look at the players at Hutchinson’s disposal this season:
Sebastien Frey
Fiorentina’s best goalkeeper in years. He was bought from Parma by his old boss last season. Looked very good during his first year at Fiorentina and will look to build on that with his new manager.
Vlada Avramov
A Serbian international ‘keeper, most probably will be used as backup to Frey, but a solid one at that. However Sean Hutchinson may want to bring in his own long-term replacement for Frey in the summer transfer window.
Tomas Ujfalusi
He has been a consistent performer for the team since he was signed back in 2004. A rock at the back and will probably first choice centre back.
Anthony Vanden Borre
A new signing to the club. A very good prospect for the future and may well get his share of first-team action under Hutchinson.
Alessandro Potenza
22 year old Italian left back who, until his recent birthday, was a regular Italy U21 player. He has potential but it remains to be seen whether he will be kept or sold on under the new management.
Dario Dainelli
Dario is a solid Italian centre back and, with 1 full international cap under his belt, should be a solid choice at the back along with Ujfalusi.
Alessandro Gamberini
Decent centre back with good man marking. However, that is all he has and may be moved on by Hutchinson.
Per Kroldrup
Huge 6ft 4” centre half. Will probably used as a backup defender behind Ujfalusi and Dainelli.
Federico Balzaretti
The 24 year old Italian can play on either side of defense. He may get his chance in the first team but will most likely play a backup role.
Manuel Pasqual
First choice left back and the club’s best full back. He gained his first cap for Italy earlier this year and reports suggest that this kid could go places.
Marco Donadel
The only senior defensive midfielder at the club and but a reasonably good one at that. However, this may be an area of the team in which Hutchinson will strengthen in.
Massimo Gobbi
Another new signing to the club, 25 year old Gobbi is a sturdy and reliable central midfielder and could be a regular fixture in the first team.
Fabio Liverani
A new signing from Lazio, Liverani brings stability to the midfield, along with a wealth of experience. He can be deployed in either an attacking role, or something a bit more defensive.
Do Prado
Failed to make an impact for Fiorentina in his first year, never playing a league game. He may be allowed to leave this year, depending on Hutchinson’s views on the Brazilian.
Martin Jorgensen
He is a very talented Danish winger who can play on either side. Looks set to play an integral part of Hutchinson’s plans.
Mario Santana
He showed his class at Palermo on the right wing, earning himself a call up to the Argentina squad, and a big money move to Fiorentina. Good pace, crossing and ball control contribute to this winger’s quality.
Adrian Mutu
After controversy shrouded his time at Chelsea, the Romanian striker moved on to Juventus. He however failed to impress at Turin and was swiftly moved on. Hutchinson will have to learn how to control Mutu if he is to get the best from him.
Valeri Bojinov
Another ex-Juve player. Can play either out wide on the right, or up front. The Bulgarian wonderkid could prove to be Hutchinson’s secret weapon if he is used correctly.
Riccardo Montolivo
This is probably the most technically gifted player in the squad. At 21 years of age, he is being touted as the next best thing from Italy and is on the verge of breaking into the international set-up.
Cristiano Lucarelli
A late starter in football terms. At 30 years of age he has only just started to show his quality in the last few years. A strong target man for the new manager to deploy.
Gianpaolo Pazzini
What a gem of a player Fiorentina have here. They could face stiff competition in keeping this amazing talent at the club over the next few seasons.
So from that we can say that new manager Sean Hutchinson has an exciting squad here in Italy. He may look to strengthen in the midfield, reports suggesting Claudio Maldonado and Hatem Ben Arfa could be possible transfer targets.
I'm writing this up as I play so I don't forget anything. More will follow very soon.
I’m using the FM WeeGie update on a large datatbase with the following leagues loaded:
• English Premiership
• English Championship
• English League 1
• English League 2
• Spanish La Liga
• Italian Serie A
• Italian Serie B
• German Bundesliga
• Scottish Premier League
• Brazilian First Division (view-only)
• Argentinian First Division (view-only)
So, here's what I've already written up so far. Hope you guys like it, any comments would be appreciated
Sunday 2nd July 2006
Sky Sports News
“News just in that ex-England striker Sean Hutchinson has been confirmed as the new manager at Italian giants Fiorentina. We now go over to our Italian correspondant outside the Artemio Franchi stadium, Mike Tozzetto. Mike, whats the news from Florence?”
“Well Tim, in the last hour news has spread that former Newcastle striker Sean Hutchinson has signed a one year deal worth around £25,000 a week to become the new manager of AC Fiorentina. It seems that the appointment will be officially announced at a press conference scheduled for 3pm tomorrow afternoon. A Fiorentina spokesperson released a statement 15 minutes ago saying that a manager had been found and that further details will be announced later in the day. However, Hutchinson was sighted entering the ground earlier this morning and was greeted by chairman Diego Della Valle. There have been no reports of him leaving yet so all the signs point towards Hutchinson being the new manager here at Fiorentina.”
“Thanks Mike. So it looks like England legend Sean Hutchinson will take his first manager’s role in Italy. But now let’s have a look at his playing career statistics...”
Monday 3rd July 2006
Gazzetta dello Sport
Sean Hutchinson was unveiled as the new Fiorentina boss earlier today. Fans seem impressed by the appointment made by the chairman, and believe that a person of Hutchinson’s reputation will be the right man to take their beloved club forward and into a new era.
Now let’s have a look at the players at Hutchinson’s disposal this season:
Sebastien Frey
Fiorentina’s best goalkeeper in years. He was bought from Parma by his old boss last season. Looked very good during his first year at Fiorentina and will look to build on that with his new manager.
Vlada Avramov
A Serbian international ‘keeper, most probably will be used as backup to Frey, but a solid one at that. However Sean Hutchinson may want to bring in his own long-term replacement for Frey in the summer transfer window.
Tomas Ujfalusi
He has been a consistent performer for the team since he was signed back in 2004. A rock at the back and will probably first choice centre back.
Anthony Vanden Borre
A new signing to the club. A very good prospect for the future and may well get his share of first-team action under Hutchinson.
Alessandro Potenza
22 year old Italian left back who, until his recent birthday, was a regular Italy U21 player. He has potential but it remains to be seen whether he will be kept or sold on under the new management.
Dario Dainelli
Dario is a solid Italian centre back and, with 1 full international cap under his belt, should be a solid choice at the back along with Ujfalusi.
Alessandro Gamberini
Decent centre back with good man marking. However, that is all he has and may be moved on by Hutchinson.
Per Kroldrup
Huge 6ft 4” centre half. Will probably used as a backup defender behind Ujfalusi and Dainelli.
Federico Balzaretti
The 24 year old Italian can play on either side of defense. He may get his chance in the first team but will most likely play a backup role.
Manuel Pasqual
First choice left back and the club’s best full back. He gained his first cap for Italy earlier this year and reports suggest that this kid could go places.
Marco Donadel
The only senior defensive midfielder at the club and but a reasonably good one at that. However, this may be an area of the team in which Hutchinson will strengthen in.
Massimo Gobbi
Another new signing to the club, 25 year old Gobbi is a sturdy and reliable central midfielder and could be a regular fixture in the first team.
Fabio Liverani
A new signing from Lazio, Liverani brings stability to the midfield, along with a wealth of experience. He can be deployed in either an attacking role, or something a bit more defensive.
Do Prado
Failed to make an impact for Fiorentina in his first year, never playing a league game. He may be allowed to leave this year, depending on Hutchinson’s views on the Brazilian.
Martin Jorgensen
He is a very talented Danish winger who can play on either side. Looks set to play an integral part of Hutchinson’s plans.
Mario Santana
He showed his class at Palermo on the right wing, earning himself a call up to the Argentina squad, and a big money move to Fiorentina. Good pace, crossing and ball control contribute to this winger’s quality.
Adrian Mutu
After controversy shrouded his time at Chelsea, the Romanian striker moved on to Juventus. He however failed to impress at Turin and was swiftly moved on. Hutchinson will have to learn how to control Mutu if he is to get the best from him.
Valeri Bojinov
Another ex-Juve player. Can play either out wide on the right, or up front. The Bulgarian wonderkid could prove to be Hutchinson’s secret weapon if he is used correctly.
Riccardo Montolivo
This is probably the most technically gifted player in the squad. At 21 years of age, he is being touted as the next best thing from Italy and is on the verge of breaking into the international set-up.
Cristiano Lucarelli
A late starter in football terms. At 30 years of age he has only just started to show his quality in the last few years. A strong target man for the new manager to deploy.
Gianpaolo Pazzini
What a gem of a player Fiorentina have here. They could face stiff competition in keeping this amazing talent at the club over the next few seasons.
So from that we can say that new manager Sean Hutchinson has an exciting squad here in Italy. He may look to strengthen in the midfield, reports suggesting Claudio Maldonado and Hatem Ben Arfa could be possible transfer targets.
I'm writing this up as I play so I don't forget anything. More will follow very soon.
