Chapter 62
December 30th.
In the last round of the first half of the Championship, Burton Athletic played against Birmingham City at home.
Swansea City, who are in third place, failed to win this round. If they win this game, they will be able to squeeze their opponents out and get one step closer to being promoted to the Premier League.
There is no change in the starting lineup, and the formation is still 4-1-2-3.
This lineup has been used for half a season and is already the most skilled tactic played by the Burton team.
As for the contract extension, Li Yanqing has not mentioned it to Murphy yet. It will not be too late to talk about it after this game.
In order to avoid the player being unhappy and affected in his state.
"The defense has become solid."
"But the frequency of the defensive midfielder's participation in the attack has obviously decreased compared to before."
"The offense is not bad, but it is limited to counterattack, and the conventional offensive means are not enough......."
Chris and Cheng Mengmeng analyzed the game together, mainly analyzing Burton's own situation.
The opponent Birmingham City is now ranked outside the 15th place, very close to the relegation zone, there is nothing to be afraid of. It is basically a must-win game.
They are just worried about the team's lack of firepower.
Before the special training of the defensive midfielder, they occasionally went up.
But now they are unwilling to go to the front, for fear of losing their position.
"It doesn't matter, we will have Enzo in the next game."
Enzo's entry is very gorgeous, [Interception] plus [Master-level Substitution], which allows Li Yanqing to be a defensive midfielder with confidence.
In this way, when paired with Nasri, there will be enough ball-holding and forward ability.
Just like Gattuso and Pirlo in the past
"Look, the one in black, and the one with the hood on the right stand......."
Buckle also sat in the coaching seat, watching the game while talking to Li Yanqing.
"Those guys' movements are similar to Chris's."
"They are all filming the players' games, and some have already started recording data."
"Most of them are coming for Murphy."
"These guys......"Li Yanqing stared at these people with gnashing teeth.
He was very sure of his own scout, Fertz, but he hated scouts from other clubs.
The reason why small teams cannot grow is because they cannot keep the super newcomers in their team, and the scouts of various clubs have made full contributions in this process.
Of course, this is for the head coach.
For most people, it is because of them that those talented players will not be buried.
Big clubs get talents, small teams get money, and the players themselves have better development, which is considered to be what each needs.
But Li Yanqing's goal is not just to turn Burton into a black shop in the football world.
He once loved a team very much, the old and strong team Dortmund in the Bundesliga.
When he was a player, his dream was to play there.
The Dortmund Guards led by Klopp were extremely passionate. The shot they won the championship for the first time in nine years directly hit Li Yanqing's heart.
But the good times did not last long. In less than three years, the Guards were torn apart.
Lewandowski and Gotze were poached by direct rival Bayern, and many of the team's main players left.
Since then, Dortmund has transformed into a black shop in the football world.
Mkhitaryan, Gundogan, Aubameyang and other players who have played their worth have transferred to other teams.
Recently, they also sold their own super talent Dembele.
Then they have nothing to do with the championship anymore.
Li Yanqing hopes that Burton's promotion to the Premier League is just the first step they have taken.
"I understand, and Robinson understands, too, so I am in this position."
Baker nodded. It was because they all had the same goal that they gathered here.
As they were chatting, Murphy, who had been in excellent form recently, scored the first goal of the game.
Burton led by one to zero.
Scoring a goal, but making Li Yanqing feel more complicated.
Their goal is to make Burton a top club, but the players generally don't think so.
Up to now, stories like Totti, Baresi, and Maldini, where one person, one city, and one team, have rarely happened.
Would Murphy want to stay here?
The game ended without any surprises, and the score remained the same until the end of the game.
Li Yanqing waited until he returned to the club and announced the disbandment of the team before he called Murphy over alone.
"What's up, boss?"
"Is it because of the offer? Don't worry, I won't go to West Ham United"
"As long as the club doesn't agree to sell me."
Murphy was in a good mood and explained to Li Yanqing with a smile.
After getting rid of the slump in the first few games, he now felt particularly relaxed.
"I know, of course I know, I've heard what Baker told me."
Li Yanqing nodded in response, then took a deep breath.
"Buckel wants you to sign a new contract with the club."
"The salary doubles, but the term is changed to five years, and the penalty for breach of contract will also increase a lot"
"I mean, it's up to you to decide whether to sign or not."
After thinking for a long time, he still thought that Murphy should make his own decision.
"You know, a lot of teams are watching you now."
"If they invite you, I'm not sure I can keep you."
"So, it's up to you to decide. My only request is that you cannot leave without a visa......."
"What are you thinking about, Boss?"To Li Yanqing's surprise, Murphy's expression became unexpectedly serious.
His words seemed to make the young man a little angry.
"I've been in the youth team for four years, and now I've finally secured a spot in the first team. Should I go to a big club and be a substitute? The kind that makes four or five appearances a season?"
"I won't leave here as long as you're here, Chris is here, Boo......"
"Anyway, I will be able to play as a starter in the top league next season, right?"
"As long as the club doesn't let me down, I won't let you down!"
"I don't have any reason to leave here, boss!"
"Good boy! You are asking me for the position next season, right?"Li Yanqing patted Murphy's chest.
He was very sober and didn't have any ideals like"dreams of becoming an emperor".
He liked the environment here and was happy to play for himself.
Li Yanqing finally let go of his worries.
What else was he not satisfied with?
"Of course, you will be the main force, I mean what I say!"
"In addition, Baker should be almost ready for the new contract, you can go to him directly......"