There is a dream called football

Chapter 533 Inter Milan Invitation

In 2016, Shu Ning purchased 70% of the shares of Inter Milan and became the actual owner of Inter Milan.

Since then, the Nerazzurri entered the Chinese era, and at the same time as Chinese capital entered, the Chinese management of Inter Milan was also considering bringing Chinese coaches and Chinese players.

In the past two seasons, Inter Milan was unstable in all aspects, so there was no way to make drastic changes, but this season, chairman Zhang Kang felt that it was almost the same, and it was time to bring Chinese power to the San Siro.

So in the summer of 2018, a plot was going on.

But when Li Shan received the invitation from Inter Milan, his heart was shocked, and it was like a huge shock. He never expected that he would receive an invitation from a giant in Serie A.

This is actually nothing. After Abramovich bought Chelsea, many Russian players went to Chelsea, such as Zhirkov. In terms of pure strength, he may not be able to play for the Blues, but because the boss is Abramovich, the coach can only accept it.

It is an unspoken rule that domestic capital takes care of the country's football strength, and there is nothing to say. However, Li Shan was still coaching in the second division of Germany last season, so this is a bit unexpected. He wants to go to the giants to coach, but it must be a matter of one step at a time.

To be honest, Li Shan was hesitant.

Going to a wealthy club is of course a good thing, but there are many coaches who have been ruined by a wealthy club. For example, Villas-Boas of Porto had a good career in Porto, but he went to Chelsea for a season, and his career later was a lot off.

You must know that it is hard to blame the players of the giants. Unless you are strong enough, you will not be able to suppress them.

For example, take Real Madrid as an example. Is Zidane really the best in tactics in the world?Not necessarily, but he can calm the conflicts in the locker room. Players have to be honest when they see Zidane.

After all, he was the first brother when he played football, and he is so awesome when he is a coach, don't you agree?Then you go.

And Solari couldn't hold back, because what are you?Do you have my name?Real Madrid can live without you, but not without me.

So in the absence of authority, the failure of the head coach is inevitable.

And this is what Li Shan is worried about. His most glorious resume before was the coach of the Bundesliga champions, but what is this to Inter Milan?
Can I succeed at Inter Milan?If it fails, it is really better to play in the Bundesliga next season in Nuremberg.

So Li Shan didn't respond to Inter Milan's invitation for a long time. Anyway, it was a private and informal contact, so it didn't matter.

However, what Li Shan never expected was that three days later, Zhang Kang, the chairman of Inter Milan, appeared at the door of his apartment in Nuremberg.

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"Coffee or tea?"

"It's an espresso bar. I'm used to drinking coffee now. It's not easy to get good tea in Milan."

Li Shan smiled slightly, and made a cup of espresso for Zhang Kang with the coffee machine.

"Thank you."

After taking a sip of coffee, Li Shan said with a smile: "This is a German brand, and it must be far worse than the Italian one."

"Haha."

Closer to home.

"Why didn't I reply to your invitation? This is not like your style of doing things."

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"You investigated me?"

"Of course, I hired a professional investigation company to conduct a comprehensive investigation on you. Please don't get me wrong. This is what European clubs will do to avoid unnecessary risks."

Li Shan nodded, expressing his understanding.

"Why me? A club like Inter Milan should be able to hire any coach they need. I really can't think of why it is me."

"Please don't tell me, because I'm Chinese, I don't accept this answer."

Zhang Kang smiled, "First of all, it is a bonus that you are Chinese, but I am a businessman. If you are not capable, then even if you are my relative, it is useless."

"Ha ha."

"The reason why I like you is because I think you are very similar to Mourinho. You are not in the professional football circle, but you all succeed in this circle with your super perseverance. I appreciate this."

"To be honest, it is too legendary to give up everything I had at the age of 40 and come to Europe to become a football coach. I am only in my 20s, and I can't make such a determination, so I admire you very much."

"Thank you for your appreciation."

"Okay, then let me be honest. I think with my ability, I can coach Inter Milan, but I may not be able to suppress the big names in the dressing room. It will take time to prove this, so I want to stay in Nuremberg for another two years and prove myself in the Bundesliga. If you still need me by then, I will not hesitate to go to Inter Milan to play for you."

Zhang Kang shook his head.

"The future is inherently confusing. Even if you stay in Nuremberg for another two years, can you change anything? I don't think so, and what you are worried about is your challenge. If you can prove yourself in Inter Milan, then the players will recognize you."

Li Shan felt a little loose in his heart. This is also true. Risks and opportunities coexist. Going to Inter Milan means risks, but it also means opportunities. It depends on how you choose, and life is about making one choice after another.

At this moment, Zhang Kang showed his trump card.

"One more thing, I want you to...invite your son Li Qiao to join Inter Milan. I know that his contract with Manchester United is only one year old and has not been renewed."

hum.

Li Shan understood that this guy was trying to kill two birds with one stone. Zhang Kang looked young, but under his youthful appearance was a mature heart.

"Don't worry, what Manchester United can't give him, we can give him."

This of course refers to the remuneration. Li Shan is a little excited about this proposal. Going to Inter Milan to fight with his son seems a bit too wonderful, and looking at Europe, or even the whole world, maybe only Inter Milan can provide him with such a stage.

"Okay, I agreed, I really can't think of anything to refuse."

Zhang Kang is very happy. He thinks that Li Shan can become an excellent head coach. He needs such a head coach who can go through life and death for himself.

Those big-name head coaches in the past had almost the same attitude towards him. Seeing that he was young and rich, they despised him, and such a head coach had no long-term plan to coach, so the results were naturally mediocre.

A week later, a blockbuster in the Apennines Peninsula, Inter Milan announced that the Chinese head coach Li Shan officially took office and became the team's head coach for the new season.

The fans gaped.

The players were dumbfounded.

The media was dumbfounded.

As for Zhang Kang and Li Shan, silence is golden, because there is no need to say anything now, and time will finally prove everything.

(End of this chapter)