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Football was Daisuke Takeda’s life—until an injury shattered his dreams before they could begin. But rather than give up, he dedicated years to studying the game, becoming a master of tactics, psychology, and player development.

Yet no club would give him a chance. No matter how brilliant he was, no one would take a risk on an unknown Japanese coach with no experience.

So, he made his own opportunity. He bought a club—just so he could coach.

FC Blackhaven, a failing League Two club in England, was on the verge of collapse. No stars, no future, no hope. Everyone expected them to fade into obscurity.

Now, Daisuke owns the club, but he doesn’t care about business—his only goal is to coach and prove his genius to the world. With a squad of forgotten talents, hostile fans, and European giants laughing at his ambition, he begins his journey to redefine football itself.

With revolutionary tactics, cold-blooded decision-making, and a vision no one else can see, he will climb from the bottom of England’s football pyramid to the very top.

This is the story of a coach who controls the pitch, a mastermind who sees football like no one else, and a man who will shake the football world to its core.

The Mastermind Coach: Conquering Football from the Dugout

Daisuke leaned back in his chair, staring at the notification on his phone.

Hana Sakamoto: "Collins just made an offer for Nikola Stojanovic. He's trying to steal another one."

His jaw clenched. This guy again…

Stojanovic wasn't just a replacement for Felipe Moreira. He was a key piece for Blackhaven's midfield—a deep-lying playmaker who could dictate the tempo, a player who could give them the edge in tight matches.

Daisuke: "What's Stojanovic's current situation?"

Hana: "He's playing for FK Partizan in Serbia. He's 23, wants a move to Europe, and Collins just bid €4.5 million."

Daisuke exhaled. Collins was pushing hard. But Blackhaven wasn't a financial powerhouse. They had to be smart.

Hana: "We have around €6 million left for transfers."

Then he smirked. Collins, you're about to get outplayed.

Instead of making a direct bid, Daisuke called Stojanovic's agent himself.

Daisuke: "Listen, Nikola is a perfect fit for my project. But I won't lie—our budget isn't massive. What does he really want?"

The agent hesitated, then answered.

"He wants to be a key player. Not just another signing."

Collins was offering money. Daisuke was offering purpose.

Blackhaven's bid went in—€3.8 million, plus a guaranteed starting role and a leadership position.

The next day, Nikola Stojanovic's decision came in.

BREAKING: Blackhaven FC Signs Nikola Stojanovic for €3.8 Million!

Daisuke smiled as he scrolled through the reactions. Blackhaven fans loved the signing.

Meanwhile, Hana sent another message.

Hana Sakamoto: "Collins is furious. He just signed another midfielder—out of pure desperation."

Daisuke smirked. Desperation leads to mistakes.

With Stojanovic in the squad, Blackhaven prepared for their final preseason match—against Birmingham City, a strong second-division side.

It would be their toughest test before the season began.

Daisuke walked into training and saw Stojanovic already giving instructions to his teammates.

Chapter 16: The Battle for Stojanovic