There is a dream called football

Chapter 432 For an Old Friend
During the post-match interview in the mixed zone, Wenger couldn't hide his excitement.

"The team is changing from old to new. I have said this many times. In fact, when Wright and Adams left, we encountered considerable difficulties, but we persevered very well. Later, Vieira's departure weakened our midfield confrontation a lot, and we survived."

"Now we have to deal with the departure of Henry, plus Bergkamp and Campbell who have left, so our results have been up and down this season. These fans can be forgiven, but from my first day in professional football, I know that this industry is particularly cruel."

"Talk about Van Persie's goal, it's so wonderful, I don't think I can describe it in words."

The reporter made an exaggerated expression and paused, "What I want to ask is, did Li Qiao and Van Persie do the same thing during training?"

Wenger laughed, "I don't think so, at least I haven't seen it. It was obviously a goal from God. At that moment, it was as if God tapped his finger and directed Van Persie to do something."

"Do you think that will be the best goal of the season in the Premier League?"

Wenger shrugged, "Who knows!"

"The season is still long, but I don't care about that, what I care about is whether we can get a good place in the table."

When it was Benitez's turn, the Spaniard looked unhappy, his red face seemed to be expressing his helplessness.

"We're pretty ugly in the standings. It seems to be almost ninth now." Benitez smiled wryly.

"But what can I say? We were as good as Arsenal and their goals were just too weird, a header from that position would normally be impossible to score, but oh my god, he did, I have nothing to say."

"There are rumors about your handsome position."

Benitez chuckled, and patted the reporter on the shoulder lightly, "Son, don't believe the rumors, they are all unreliable things."

*****
Li Qiao took a few hours off and met with Lei Wen in private. At this time, he was training with the Liverpool second team.

It has to be said that it is difficult for Raven to adapt to the highly competitive Premier League, and Liverpool is also in a very turbulent time, so Li Qiao is a little worried about Raven's situation.

"Is the second team okay? How does it compare to Porto?"

"The conditions are much better. The Premier League is worthy of being the Premier League."

"That's good, anyway, we are all from the second team."

Raven nodded, but naturally he couldn't be happy.

"Come on, be happy."

"hey-hey."

"You're so fake."

"By the way, what are your plans in the future? I think it would be a good choice to rent out."

This is also what Lei Wen thought in his heart. He didn't want to leave, but he had to have the ball to play, so going out in the concession might really be a very good choice.

"However, this needs to be coordinated with the club. Now Benitez himself is in a state of desperation, and it is difficult to speak."

"Don't worry, the coaches in Europe are very professional. They can distinguish clearly what should be done and what should not be done. As long as it is a matter of work, I think it is fine."

Raven nodded, "Okay, but I think it's better to wait for an opportunity, such as when the team wins and lives a good life. It would be more appropriate to ask for these things like that."

"That too."

*****
A three-star Michelin restaurant is a very luxurious thing in Europe. The average cost of a meal here is around 500 euros.

When Benitez came to the restaurant, Li Qiao was already waiting for him.

"Haha, why did you think of inviting me to dinner?"

"We're friends, it's normal."

Benitez chuckled, "I don't think it's abnormal, it's just that the timing is a bit abrupt, because you just beat me."

"Hehe, that's none of my business."

"I went back to watch the ball, what did you think at the time, was it on purpose?"

sweat.

Li Qiao laughed dryly and said: "Actually, I made a pass error under pressure. Originally, the ball was intended to be sent to Van Persie's left side, and he took the volley."

"Hahaha, that's how it is."

"You're truly the most talented player I've ever seen."

"Head, do the club executives still trust you?"

Benitez chuckled, "So what if you don't trust me? At worst, I'll go back to Spain. There are many teams waiting for me to coach."

"That too."

After eating something, Li Qiao started to get down to business.

"Head, I want to talk to you about Raven."

"Ray? What's up with him?"

"I think he has the quality to play in the first team."

Benitez smiled gently, "I agree, but he needs game accumulation. To be honest, the Portuguese league makes him a bit slow."

The slowness here is the slowness in handling the ball, not the slowness in speed, but of course Li Qiao also knows that the psychological tension may be more important.

Because I am afraid of making mistakes, I dare not make movements, if I am slow.

"Head, he just needs a few games to get used to, and he will get better slowly. It was the same when I first came here."

Benitez smiled and said: "But what I lack most now is time. Look at our situation in the standings, so I can't adapt to the newcomers, only the newcomers adapt to me."

Of course Li Qiao understands this, and it is also a very realistic thing. The timing of Lei Wen's joining Liverpool is also not right. Liverpool's situation at this time is really not good.

"Head, can you loan out Raven during the winter break? I think he needs time to exercise."

"Lease?"

"Yes, a short-term loan, half a season."

Benitez was tempted, this is indeed a good way.

Li Qiao further said: "Raven's condition has improved, which is also a fortune for Liverpool. Could it be that you want to waste a good player?"

Benitez nodded, that is indeed the case, this is also a player bought at a high price, of course it must be used well.

"Did Raven tell you?"

"No, I took the initiative to find you."

"Haha, you are so kind to your friends."

Li Qiao's character is the same as the quality of the game, and this is what Benitez likes the most. He not only loves Li Qiao, but also respects him.

"Okay, I can promise you that I will seriously consider this matter."

"Then let me thank you first, and don't let him know that I have looked for you."

"Oh, I know."

*****
After flying back, Li Qiao received a news that surprised him. It was from his father, so Li Qiao immediately asked for leave and flew to Germany, and this time he went to Aachen, the most western city in Germany.

It is famous for hot springs and tourism, but football is not so famous here.

(End of this chapter)