IIRC there's a good third party skin that does this for you, worth looking out for.
I have been absolutely killing FM17 with my 'Derby' formation. Started a Dons game and won the league and league cup first season, league and Scottish cup second season. Now rolling in Champs' League money with £20m in the bank and a hefty transfer budget.
If anyone is interested in THE JOURNEY, I might be convinced to supply details and screenshots.