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In this episode, Tom Butterfield and David Bromley explore the complexities of managing recruitment processes in football, focusing on overcoming managerial resistance, framing processes as the manager's voice, and handling high-pressure override situations.
They share practical techniques and mental models to build trust, ensure process integrity, and adapt to changing circumstances.
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"Ep53: The Manager Problem - When The Brief Gets Overruled" is an episode of A.I. In Football. Runtime 46 min. Published April 10, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.