We've had the annual release of FIFA 19, but as October becomes November, there is only one game that is on the minds of football fans, Football Manager!

The PC game gives players the opportunity to test their skills as a manager, in arguably the most in depth game available.

With over 147 playable divisions and 2,500 clubs at your fingertips, the game is one of the most played games on the market and returns for it's 2019 edition very soon!

As ever gamers can expect some changes from last year's edition, so in preparation for it's November release, we have dug deep and found all the new features players can expect.

Fans of the game will notice straight away that the logo has been given a brand new look, with new colours and font.

Very much like FIFA 19 and the Fantasy Premier League, FM2019 boasts bright vibrant colours. Purple/violet is very much the 'in' colour it seems, as you'll see in our gallery.

New Skin

Although the game's UI is very similar from last year, gamers will notice one major change in the colour.

It is unclear as to why they have chosen purple or if you will have the option to change it, but the decision has been received with mixed reviews.

Squad Rotation

If you have a player that is on his way back from injury or is in desperate need of some game experience, you can now make him available for a youth game for one match only.

This means you don't have to knock his confidence by moving him to the squad indefinitely, making him available to your matchday squad straight after.

Loan Management

When negotiating with a club about one of your player's loan move, you can now instruct them of his preferred position as well as his preferred role.

This means you have more control over your player's loan, meaning he will make progress in the areas you would like him to.

Star Performers

Colour-code star ratings help managers easily pick out the star performers from the match easily.

Players with a 7.00 rating or higher are highlighted in differing shades of green.

Multiplayer Ease

Now it is easier than ever to switch between managers with a dropdown box option available on every single page of the game.

No more needing to find the correct page!

More Informative Assistant

Alongside recommendations about pitch size, your assistant will also offer advice on what players to drop and will recommend a replacement too.

You can obviously ignore their advice, but it's nice to have it as an option.

Induction System

There will be a new manager 'induction' system which will behave like a tutorial for any newcomers to help them get used to the gameplay and new features.
The system will be there for everyone, meaning FM regulars can also use it to brush up on the new features too.

Training Overhaul

Developers are claiming this is the biggest overhaul in the history of game.

Managers will now be able to split their training into three sessions a day and focus on 10 different areas, including, physical, attacking, team bonding and even community outreach!

New Cover 'Star'

No longer will the cover of FM include the 'mascot' Manager Man.

The game's revamp will see your team heading out of the tunnel for a match.

Training Performance

An overhaul on your ability to monitor training will help you to pick out the top performers in your set sessions.

Players' performances in training will help you make key decisions in team selection, contract negotiations and also playing style.

Contract Rejections

Negotiating with a player who requires a work permit can be a stressful, now it is become just that little bit more annoying but more realistic.

Players now have the ability to reject a contract offer if they are denied a work permit!

Bundesliga License

For the first time ever, fans of Germany's top league will see that all the teams, players, kits are all officially licensed on the game.

Great news for managers who want to help Jadon Sancho progress into a world beater.

Team Discussions

When your team raise concerns about why one of their team mates was sold, you can make sure they are aware of the situation.

In your team meeting you know have the ability to tell them that the player requested to be sold.

Player Interactions

Having the ability to monitor training performances will also allow you to interact with your player in more detail.

The opportunity to praise, warn or even rest your player is one that can be utilised fully.

Tactics Module

Managers will be able to set their tactics according to three team instructions, attacking, in transition and defending.

This stops the need to instruct each player to perform a certain role, there is also the option to instruct your goalkeeper how to distribute the ball and who to.

There is also a number of pre-set tactics including Tiki taka, wing play and route one.

AI Managers Tendancies

AI managers will now have a built-in tendency to play young players in the first team if appropriate.

For example, Mauricio Pochettino will, Jose Mourinho won't.

In-Game Commentary

The match commentary will now be linked to the touchline team talks that you use.

There have been calls by fans for FM2019 to have audio commentary during highlights but it seems that particular request has been ignored by developers.

Other fans believe that the audio commentary should be left to FIFA and PES.

Warm Weather Training

Managers will now have the opportunity to take their team on a mid-season warm weather training camp.

Pick your destination!

New Medical Centre

The facilities at your club's medical centre have improved incredibly and can now offer a prediction of expected injuries, according to the players, the training regime and the team’s playing style.

Beta Released

There hasn't been an official release of the Beta version of the game yet, but it is expected to be available to players roughly two weeks before the worldwide release.

In order to get access to the Beta version, you simply have to pre-order the game through official channels.

Official Release

The game will be available on PC and MAC on November 2nd 2018 and will cost gamers £37.99.

Following a price rise between the 2017 and 2018 editions, gamers will be pleased to here that there is no increase this year.

Touch

The 'Touch' version of the game will also be available for gamers using iOS or Android mobile devices.

The game will also be available on Nintendo Switch, after making it's debut in April 2018 on the platform.

Scouting Reports

Managers now have access to pre-existing scout reports of their upcoming opponents when they take over at a new club.

VAR And Goal Line Technology

Unlike FIFA 19, FM 2019 will feature the use of VAR and Goal line technology for the first time ever.

On the 3D screen, managers will be able to see the referee run over to a screen on the touchline to confer with the Video referee.

Female Manager

For the first time ever, Football Manager has included Emma Hayes, currently the real life Chelsea Ladies boss.

Hayes has given permission for herself to be on the game, one Twitter user shared a screenshot of her profile after she took the job at Colchester United Mens team.

Nice touch from the FM.

Mbappe Stats

Just days before the expected release of the BETA, a screenshot of Kylian Mbappe's stats surfaced on Twitter.

It's fair to say, with these stats he is going to set this season's game alight, just like in real life.