Player Manager 6: A Sports Progression Fantasy

Player Manager, Book 6

By: Ted Steel

Narrated by: Luke Francis

The world's most gifted fan is building the league's most exciting squad in the thrilling continuation of this fun-filled European football LitRPG series.

Recovered from a near-fatal assault and rearmed with his embedded football scouting skills, former nobody Max Best has led his Chester men's team up in the rankings and ratings both on the pitch and in the front office. But there's no rest to be had with what's ahead: the FA Cup.

Now, they're playing against big-money teams with big talent and even bigger attitudes. And the elite aren't about to let some smart-aleck, fast-talking upstart and his underdog lads make the powerhouse clubs look like fools. Unfortunately for them, that's precisely what Max lives for. Pushing himself and his team to the limits, he's out to prove that Chester has earned everything they've got.

But success on the field can't protect Max from a surprise attack that takes things to an entirely new low. With brutally biased press jackals digging up some serious dirt, Max's past, personal life, and very integrity are under threat. Someone out there wants him not just damaged but destroyed. If he's going to survive this season, he'll have to play low-block defence like never before—and wait for one perfect moment to take one perfect shot at a win.

The sixth volume of the hit progression-fantasy series—with more than 800,000 views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

©2025 Ted Steel (P)2025 Podium Audio

I love this book series!

As someone who never played watched or cared about soccer before picking up the first book in this series, I’ve come to love Max and the journey he’s on. I’ve also found myself more interested in soccer.

I would make a deal with the devil for more audiobooks of the series

Didn't know anything about soccer or footy before. I had no idea about anything soccer related besides there being a ball and a goal. I honestly don't even like sports. but holy hell this book is good. it got me hooked, I actually want to know more about soccer. I cannot believe how much I loved this book.

This series is unique, well written, and worth the credit!

I didn’t know what to expect when I decided to try this football themed progression story. It was so good that I listened to the whole series twice. The writing is excellent and very funny. I don’t really care for premiere league football in the real world; but I am rooting for Max and his team as they climb the pyramid. The narrator is excellent and really adds to the characters and the story. I am eagerly waiting for the 7th book. I hope it arrives in audible soon.

Awesome Book

Great narration and another very fun story in the series. highly recommend this series for anyone.

Must read

Awesome book! In an awesome series. Football/soccer fans give its shoot. Even non sports fans it’s worth it.