Football Manager 2018: 10 Tips & Secrets The Game Doesn't Tell You

7. Check The 'Dynamics' Screen Before Selling A Player

The Dynamics feature is a new addition for Football Manager 2018, and as a result, keeping your squad happy feels like less of an uphill battle.

This handy hierarchy screen lets managers see how much influence each member of the squad holds among their peers, so it's important to check it before you exile a player or sell them to a rival club.

When you sell an influential player, it's not uncommon for everyone ranked below them - or at least those within their tight-knit social group - to fall out with you as a result, so always refer to this screen before accepting a bid. If you absolutely must sell the player to balance the books, at least you can prepare for the fallout to come.

The impact an unhappy squad can have on the pitch should never be underestimated, so be sure to check your Dynamics stats regularly as a general rule, and more thoroughly if you're planning to offload players.