Offering non-playing roles to senior players

[passenger58]

Hi, 

Is there any way to get an indication of what sort of staff member a senior player will become if I offer them a job?

I know those that are interested in coaching state what specialism they want to follow, but I have no idea what aptitude they'll have. Been stung loads of times by sacking a 'natural' coach only for the player to turn out to be of poor aptitude. 

Similarly with scouts I don't even know what their specialism will turn out to be (as well as the aforementioned aptitude) which is even worse. 

Should I be looking for certain personality traits or player attributes for an indication? 

Edited March 24, 2020 by passenger58

[passenger58]

Hi, 

Can I get some feedback on this please? 

Thanks

[Joshuayeoh]

+1

[James Akintayo]

A players staff role is based on the players position and attitude.

More professional/influential players are more likely to take up staff roles and attacking players are more likely to be attacking specialism, goalies goalkeeping specialism etc.

The player aptitude however is random.

[passenger58]

Thanks for the feedback, James. 

Is the staff aptitude something that can be added to the confirmation popup that comes up when you select 'Offer Non-Playing Role'? That way you can make a more well-rounded decision on whether to offer them a job. 

Also I understand that defenders normally turn into defensive coaches, etc, but does a players position/attitude have any bearing on their specialism when they become a scout? Are there any other indicators I should be looking for in this instance?