The preparation of a football team during the summer period is the cornerstone for a successful competitive season. During the preparation period, the foundations are laid for optimizing the physical condition of the football players, an element that is essential in modern football. Organized and proper preparation will also help avoid superficial injuries, which cause multifaceted problems for both football clubs and players.

The book "Preparation in Professional Football" is a complete and modern guide for the coach and/or fitness trainer of football teams who wish to structure a comprehensive and functional preparation program. Specifically, the book presents a complete seven (7) week program, in which the training of each day (morning and afternoon training) is analyzed in detail. In addition to the necessary exercises for improving physical condition, exercises that combine elements of technique and tactics are also presented, so that the training harmonizes the practice of all the parameters that contribute to the progress of both the players and the team. All exercises are presented with colored sketches for better understanding.

The book is addressed to coaches and fitness trainers of professional football teams, as well as to coaches and fitness trainers of amateur football teams who aim to upgrade their teams and promote them to a higher category. The book can also be used by coaches and fitness trainers of youth sections and football academies for teams with players aged 17 and over.