To Buy, or Not To Buy?

So, after hoarding some tokens (and spending some in a fruitless effort), I've stumbled upon a dilemma: are scout players worth the price?

I'm currently only level 2. I've been looking for a better DMC and have had little luck in the transfer market. There are some who are better than my current sub, but very few who match my starter.

Should I buy the DMC on the scout list who's quality is 7 more than my current starter (9 more than the sub)?

Should I be patient and wait for one on transfer market?

Or should I be even more patient and see how the season shakes out? 12 days into the season I'm doing well in all competitions, so maybe I should wait to look to improve?

What are your thoughts on this situation, and on scout players in general?

Easy question: if you're a token buyer/farmer then why not, if you're 35T player then NO WAY!

I`v NEVER bought a scout and NEVER will till they bring age down but if you was yourself then i`d wait till higher level`s when it`s tougher too get player`s from market and if you did then get them on 3rd day of season, myself i`v always been patient on the transfer market and bide my time watch certain time of day and see when bidding goes quite then fill ya boots

Both!

So, what I'm hearing is to wait and find the right guy on the transfer market for right now. And after I'm a few levels higher, then maybe consider it again?

Well a good striker from scout at your level might be awsome and you can use it for few seasons so if you have enough tokens, why not?

How are you doing this season - and what are your objectives?

For example, if you are out of the cups, but top of the league, is it worth using tokens now, when you could save them up and wait until next season?

If your objective is to win the league and that extra player could be the difference, then go for it. If however you aren't bothered as long as you get promoted, or are comfortably in the lead then I'd stick with what you currently have as they will be doing the job for you.

Don't get tricked into thinking because a player is a scout he will be a better player. Some scouts take a while to bed in and play well - so if you have a player who is consistently performing, even if his quality is lower, stick with that player.

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Originally Posted by PricopGeorgeCătălin

Well a good striker from scout at your level might be awsome and you can use it for few seasons so if you have enough tokens, why not?

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That's very true. I had considered that. So far, I've had decent luck finding strikers who are upgrades from my current roster though. I was in the market for DMC and DR/DC. I was looking at one DMC scout and one DR scout, both of whom were ~8Q better than my current starter. Last night, I looked at the transfer market around 9PM (Pacific Time) and found a DR/DC who is 21 y/o (3 years younger than the scout), 29Q (2 below the scout), and costs 1.38M. Didn't go through any bidding war and his salary was almost 30k less per season than the scout. Needless to say, I'm glad I waited. Still seeking that elusive DMC though as both of mine are hurt right now >:|

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Originally Posted by kynan

How are you doing this season - and what are your objectives?

For example, if you are out of the cups, but top of the league, is it worth using tokens now, when you could save them up and wait until next season?

If your objective is to win the league and that extra player could be the difference, then go for it. If however you aren't bothered as long as you get promoted, or are comfortably in the lead then I'd stick with what you currently have as they will be doing the job for you.

Don't get tricked into thinking because a player is a scout he will be a better player. Some scouts take a while to bed in and play well - so if you have a player who is consistently performing, even if his quality is lower, stick with that player.

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Currently I'm in first place in my league (5 points clear with 1 game in hand on 2nd place and a +34 GD compared to 2nd place's +20), top of my group in CL (4 points clear), and have made it to the Top 16 in the Cup (won away leg 2-0). In order to win the Cup and/or CL, I will likely have to improve my roster some more. I feel comfortable in league as my quality is superior to most of the teams, and I've yet to encoutner a manager who watches the games in my league.

I do appreciate your final thoughts though. Chemistry and form are indeed important, and shouldn't be overlooked. I'm just curious, at what quality differential does it not really matter? For example, does someone who is 20Q in good form (all 7s and 8s) perform better overall than someone who is 30Q in okay form (mostly 6s and some 7s)? I'm sure there is no definite answer, just curious as to what you think about the idea?

Buying scout players at level 2? Lol noty

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Originally Posted by Martins Irbe

Buying scout players at level 2? Lol noty

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Haha. I thought about it! Think I may just try and be patient with the transfer market for now. Don't wanna get too involved if all is going to hell like some of these forum posts would lead you to believe!

be patient at level 2 you can easily pick up a 18 yr old 1 or 2 skill points behind a scout with training he can be world class in a week so 1 token and time = world class or 50 tokens a scout ???

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Originally Posted by dkb2005

So, after hoarding some tokens (and spending some in a fruitless effort), I've stumbled upon a dilemma: are scout players worth the price?

I will say no. Try to buy a player in his 18-21 with a 9 or 4 ending. They will become scout after some training.

I'm currently only level 2. I've been looking for a better DMC and have had little luck in the transfer market. There are some who are better than my current sub, but very few who match my starter.

Should I buy the DMC on the scout list who's quality is 7 more than my current starter (9 more than the sub)?

No, if the player on the scout list is only 7 quality higher than your player, he might be a 5 star player. 5 star player is enough to keep you competitive to other team unless you want a scout team. I always put 4/5 star player on first 11 and I have won all the league title. 3 star players will be sub.

Should I be patient and wait for one on transfer market?

Yes, try to wake up when server reboots for nordgen.

Or should I be even more patient and see how the season shakes out? 12 days into the season I'm doing well in all competitions, so maybe I should wait to look to improve?

I dont think you need more improvement in the middle of season unless you are fighting for cl and cups because you already make improvement during first few day. Save your money up for the next season.

What are your thoughts on this situation, and on scout players in general?

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Sometimes scout player doesnt perform well and i actually saw some people in this forum sell their scouts just a week after buying them.

Alright, new question!

Found a good goalkeeper for a good price. So, now I have 3 GK.
1 - Jones is Q29, Age 24. No SA, wage = 48k
2 - Hawes is Q26, Age 19. No SA (7/50 towards shot blocker), wage = 30k
3 - Sakurai is Q29, Age 28. No SA, wage = 45k

So, which one do I sell? I'm leaning towards Sakurai becuase he is the oldest. My starter matches him in Q and is younger. I like the idea of having young keeper on the bench, as he should be able to train semi-quickly. Plus, he is only slightly behind the starter, so performance should drop off much when he does play. Thoughts?

sell the older one as they train slower, the younger the age the faster they train

Scout players are worth the weight in gold and in my opinion every team should have at two or three to help balance the team and give you a little extra but now is not the time to buy 50T scouts!, wait till the first day or two of the season so you get a full season from them or risk them losing a star if you get promoted.
The main thing to be aware of is that dont expect them to come blazing out the blocks as some take a season to settle then come good the next, others play great this season and average the next, I have found they go in seasons ..good- average-good etc, you should treat them as an investment and play them to there strenghts!.
I always have 5 or 6 minimum to cover two teams(22 man squad) you can look to get young players on the normal market but expect to in bidding wars for real quality 5* players.

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Originally Posted by dkb2005

Alright, new question!

Found a good goalkeeper for a good price. So, now I have 3 GK.
1 - Jones is Q29, Age 24. No SA, wage = 48k
2 - Hawes is Q26, Age 19. No SA (7/50 towards shot blocker), wage = 30k
3 - Sakurai is Q29, Age 28. No SA, wage = 45k

So, which one do I sell? I'm leaning towards Sakurai becuase he is the oldest. My starter matches him in Q and is younger. I like the idea of having young keeper on the bench, as he should be able to train semi-quickly. Plus, he is only slightly behind the starter, so performance should drop off much when he does play. Thoughts?

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Don't worry about wages if you progress well in CL and CUP, keep your stadium full, wages will not be a problem. Good GKs come at different ages and Qlty, so its not a deciding factor, but you're are at a lower level so a younger GK maybe the way to go, he will progress with you as you advance, if he is a good trainer, look long term.

But bottom line is, performance, performance, performace in the big games! MOTM, game wining saves and high morale these factors rarely are linked to Qlty, Age or wages. Maybe a SA?

So, play them all and see how they do, sell the loser.