Eidos, having lost the various scouts and statistician who helped create the player databases in Sports Interactive's previous CM games, has recruited an agency that provides information and statistics on players and clubs, as well as a "highly qualified" European coach who will act as a consultant on the game.

Interestingly, Eidos believes that the fanbase is loyal to the brand name rather than the game and Sports Interactive who created all previous Championship Manager titles. While Sports Interactive cannot discuss their new title due to contractual obligations, you can gain a first look at Championship Manager 5 by hitting up Championshipmanager.co.uk from February 1st, where information regarding the development team and game will be posted, as well as allowing fans to discuss the game on their official forums.