Football: I can see player entries.

Chapter 254 "New" Faces

Li Yanqing was unaware that Solskjaer, far away at Old Trafford, was suffering the same torment as his predecessor.

When he first took over, the players performed very well, but after most of them renewed their contracts, the last few games were played terribly.

They ultimately failed to break into the top four, finishing only two points ahead of Burton and in sixth place.

In other words, they only have the Europa League to play in next season...

"Maybe we shouldn't have come here."

"Even Mourinho couldn't manage the current Manchester United."

Michael Carrick, who just retired from the team last year, became the team's assistant coach a few months later.

He previously assisted Mourinho, and now he assists Solskjaer.

To be honest, he felt that the former did not have any problems with the way he led the way.

These young people today have no idea what team spirit is; when faced with a problem, their first thought is always their own interests.

"Michael, you know."

"No matter when, I will definitely come back whenever Manchester United needs me."

"Now is the time when I am needed most here."

"I just didn't expect that the head coach would no longer even have the power to decide on transfers."

"The team's rejuvenation has been very unsuccessful since the boss retired, and Woodward won't listen to my advice."

Solskjaer actually wants to do the same thing as Mourinho.

That means taking down Martial and Pogba.

He now understands these two players completely; they are not players that an ordinary coach could control.

Their attitude was extremely poor.

Unlike his predecessor, he thought Rashford was a very good prospect.

Aside from being less effective in combat, it has almost no weaknesses.

But those are just prospects; what he needs are forwards and core players who can take on the main responsibility right now.

"The team has made quite a few signings: Wan-Bissaka, Maguire, Bruno Fernandes..."

"Perhaps Bruno can solve the midfield problem? He's an attacking player."

“Technically speaking, it’s worth a try.” Solskjaer considered Carrick’s suggestion seriously, then slowly shook his head.

"But he lacks leadership qualities."

"He is not a good candidate to lead the team forward."

"We can only rely on De Gea..."

"Damn it, if it weren't for the higher-ups' unwavering support for Pogba, we might have had some other options."

Solskjaer felt that the locker room would soon slip out of his control.

It's only been half a season, and the protective aura surrounding the new coach has almost completely disappeared.

Seeing the head coach's haggard appearance, Carrick could do nothing and quietly left the office.

Unfortunately, they don't have the power to make decisions on many things.

So all we can do is patch up the team like a seamstress.

Perhaps, we could ask...

Burton.

Li Yanqing was on the training field, welcoming his new teammates to the first-team players who had just finished their vacation.

Dybala, Godin, Mangala, Manolas...

There is also a "new" face.

Ogradi!

These tall players were sold to Nottingham Forest by Li Yanqing after the team was promoted to the Premier League due to their lack of ability.

Surprisingly, after a year of growth, he actually mastered the technical term "heavy center".

In addition to his previous "precise heading ability", he is now a very suitable substitute.

So Li Yanqing added one million pounds to the previous price and bought him back.

"Hey! Boss!"

"long time no see!"

The big man seemed extremely excited to be able to return to the club in such a short time.

Cazorla has always wanted to return to Arsenal, while Ogradi considers Burton Albion his home.

Although there were hardly any familiar faces left this time.

Apart from Bradford, who is currently recovering from injury, the rest of the players were basically promoted or bought by Li Yanqing himself.

And then there's Godin, who's very popular with the defenders.

Especially Araujo.

He had a dream of playing for Atlético Madrid and was very familiar with this Atlético Madrid defender.

Needless to say, Dybala is a star player; he's everywhere he goes.

There was no training on the first day of the club's players gathering.

We need to hold a press conference to announce the new players, and then let the players get a feel for the game.

The tactical meeting after dinner was the main event.

So Li Yanqing planned to go and rest first, but as soon as he opened the office door, he found that someone was already sitting inside.

"Hey!"

"Michael!"

"You actually came here!"

"Does Mr. Woodward know?"

The person who arrived was none other than Manchester United's current assistant coach, Carrick.

They had worked together for a while before, back when he was still a player.

"Of course he didn't know, otherwise he probably would have fired me too, right?"

"Yes, that's for sure..."

After exchanging a few words, Carrick got down to business.

I know it might be a bit impolite of me to ask you for a favor.

“But I also asked Jose, and he suggested I ask you.”

"Manchester United's situation is not good right now."

"You really are carefree." Li Yanqing didn't know how to describe her current feelings.

Is it really a good idea to tell the competitors about the club's situation directly?

They were just two points behind last season!

Fortunately, everyone got along well, and Li Yanqing was happy to help with most things.

However, what puzzled him was that asking Mourinho or himself seemed less reliable than asking Ferguson.

"Tell me about it, I can give it a try."

"But to be honest, no matter what the problem is, if even Jose can't solve it, I don't think Solskjaer can."

"He has Manchester United blood, but I guess it won't help him much."

“Yes, that’s absolutely right.” Carrick nodded.

"The team was supposed to assemble today, but ridiculously, nearly a third of them didn't show up."

"The reason is that they had a party at Pogba's house last night..."

“That’s a good reason,” Li Yanqing joked, then suddenly became serious.

"I guess you've already asked Sir Alex Ferguson that question."

"And there was nothing he could do about it."

"Because no matter what you do, Woodward will eventually get involved."

Carrick paused for a moment, then nodded with a wry smile.

“It seems Joseph was right, you are indeed experienced.”

"Is there any way to help?"

"It doesn't matter if it goes a little out of bounds."

"I just couldn't stand his attitude anymore!"