With their key transfer faltering, they had no option but to look for someone else. But it was easier said than done.
Most of the good options had already been snubbed.
It would have been much easier to sign a forward or a defender. But most of the clubs were unwilling to sell their defensive midfielder.
Also, defensive midfielders were rather scarce compared to other positions.
So, despite having adequate funds, they were finding it rather difficult to find a good replacement.
Frustrated by the failure to sign the player of his desire, Haruki anxiously skimmed through the documents before him.
At this moment, almost everybody present in the room was looking at him. They were awaiting his decision. Even though the sports director had the authority to sign players, they still had to discuss the matter with the coach.
"Takeshi Ono," Haruki mumbled softly.
