[Inventory: 1x 'Golden Era' Youth Academy Upgrade]
[Description: Instantly maximizes the potential of the current youth scouting network. Increases the growth rate of all U18 players by 300%. Guarantees the discovery of at least one 'Generational Wonderkid' in the local or international scouting pool within 24 hours.]
[Do you wish to activate? Y/N]
"Yes," Michael whispered to himself.
[Ding!]
[Upgrade Activated. System integrating with Barnsley U18 Academy...]
[Scouting Network expanded to Italy, Brazil, and Japan!]
[New Talent detected!]
Michael felt a profound sense of satisfaction. He knew that buying superstars like Arda Güler was essential for immediate Champions League success, but true football empires were built on their academies. Manchester United had the Class of '92. Barcelona had La Masia. Barnsley was going to have the 'Golden Era'.
"Boss! You're out here early!"
