A remote club in the fourth tier of Swedish football was not the ideal starting point for an aspiring manager, but Graham Potter was just grateful for the opportunity.
It was a leap into the unknown and he could have sunk without trace. Instead, Potter guided Ostersunds FK to three promotions in five seasons, followed by a first major trophy and a spot in the Europa League.
His prospects were transformed beyond recognition.
Douglas Bergqvist, a young defender who had lost his way in the English system, had his career revived by Potter after leaving Exeter City to join Ostersund in February 2014.