As the Thai League’s longest serving incumbent head coach, Mano Polking has been building a formidable side at Bangkok United. Despite usually opting for long-term development, the club have instead dipped into the transfer market in recent weeks to sign two of Thailand’s best footballers.
Thai Internationals Tristan Do and Peerapat Notchaiya are both fullbacks who have joined the Angels from Muangthong United. After coming second last season, these moves make it clear that Mano is preparing to take the next step. Here is his first-hand account of his team, his signings and his ambitions going forward.