Super Coach

The Russian league is different from the mainstream European leagues.

European leagues are almost all multi-year, but the Russian league is year-round, a bit like the Chinese Super League. Their league schedule is from March to November, because after that, the climate of Russia is full of ice and snow.

For this reason, teams in the Russian league always suffer a lot when playing in the European war, because when the European war begins, it is precisely when the competition in their league is the most intense, and when the European war heats up, their league also loses. it's over.

In short, it’s very troublesome!

The Russian League in July was full of wars. As a powerful team in Russia, although Zenit has never won the Russian Super League championship, its strength has steadily remained at the forefront of the league. No team has ever dared to look down upon them.

On July 17, Yang Cheng sat in the stands of Zenit's Petrovsky Stadium. Sitting next to him were two assistants, Ian Rush and Benitez. He was accompanying Yang Cheng to inspect a player.

The news that Yang Cheng appeared in the stands caused an uproar before the game.

Although Russia is more European, it has indeed not seen any big names in recent years. Sychov, who performed well in the 2002 World Cup, also performed very poorly after switching to French Ligue 1 Marseille, so his reputation in Europe is not obvious. .

However, the players here have all heard of the names of Caesar and Yang Cheng. When they actually discovered Yang Cheng in the stands of their own stadium, they were all surprised and happy. What they were happy about was that they could see Yang Cheng with their own eyes. When I saw the real person, I was surprised that he would not come to St. Petersburg for no reason.

He came here for an invitation? The commentators on the scene couldn't help but wonder.

Following the broadcast, I believe football fans across Russia are wondering, who on both sides of the game is worthy of his special trip to Russia?

It seemed that he was trying to perform better and more outstandingly under Caesar's nose, so as to attract the attention of this top coach, especially Lokomotiv Moscow's forward Sychov, who performed brilliantly throughout the game. Very active and active...passing and shooting, showing excellent skills and status.

He can be said to be the biggest star of Lokomotiv Moscow today, with the title of Russian Irving on his head. Isn't it a matter of course that the talented forward of the year joins Liverpool and replaces Irving?

On the contrary, Ashavin, who Yang Cheng came over specially to inspect, performed very lowly throughout the game. Zenit was directly killed by Lokomotiv 0:2, and it was still at their own home court.

How do you feel? Yang Cheng asked the assistant on the side with a smile.

Ian Rush smiled slightly, A typical Eastern European technical player, skilled and fast, but his height is a bit shorter. The report said that he, Minai, I feel that he may not...

He's a bit hunchbacked. Yang Cheng interrupted with a smile.

Ian Rush laughed, Maybe. In short, he is shorter and has a lower center of gravity, which makes him technically cheaper!

Players with a low center of gravity do have an advantage in using technology because they are more flexible and move faster, giving them an advantage in changing speed and direction in small spaces.

For example, in Yang Cheng's previous life, Messi and Ronaldinho, many of the technical moves that Messi can do, Ronaldinho can't do at all. This is not because Ronaldinho is not good at skills, but because he is taller and on the court. The inability to use Messi's delicate technical moves is entirely a matter of height and weight.

As for whether it is better to be taller or shorter, it is difficult to say, it depends on the person.

What do you think? Yang Cheng turned to Benitez. Fatty Benitez still had a good eye for seeing people.

Many people like to judge a player's ability from a high-profile game. In fact, there is a difference. You can also see something at low mí, and even what you see at low mí is actually the opposite. It will be more real.

Zenit was suppressed throughout the game, and the opponent's strength was obviously higher. I can't see the specific details, but I think he has good skills with both his left and right feet. Once, he made a dribbling pass with his left and right feet, which left an impression on me. It is very profound, the technical movements are very skillful and standardized, and the ability to use technology in high-intensity confrontation is also in place.”

After Yang Cheng heard this, he had an idea in his mind.

The key to the quality of a player lies in the use of technical movements under high confrontation. If it is in a relaxed state, any professional player is Ronaldinho, but only under the verification of high confrontation can it be seen. Who is the true God?

Oh, by the way, he stops the ball very well, and his ability to read the game is not bad. He can always see some loopholes in the opponent's defense. But unfortunately, he can see it, but his teammates can't, so he failed several times. Didn't pass the ball! Benitez added.

Is this a tragedy for him staying at Zenit? Yang Cheng asked.

Benitez and Ian Rush both nodded.

Every professional player needs many conditions to continue to improve and reach his peak, one of which is very important is transfer.

Just like Ronaldinho, when he was at Grebanao, he was already the best player in Brazil in terms of technical ability and all aspects. With the strength he showed, the Brazilian league could no longer give him too much. Much stimulation and progress is needed.

If he stays at Gremio, he will not be able to continue to improve and will only be the same Ronaldo during the Copa America for the rest of his life.

But it was different when he moved to Europe. Even when he came to Paris Saint-Germain, he seemed to have suddenly arrived at a higher level. The football environment he was exposed to was also higher and more demanding than in Brazil. His teammates were also more outstanding, so he began to absorb nutrients crazily to make himself progress by leaps and bounds.

But when he adapted to Ligue 1, his progress stopped again, so he jumped ship to Barcelona.

Every professional player progresses in this way, and all those loyal warriors who have played for one team all their lives and have achieved top-level achievements at the same time, without exception, all play for wealthy teams.

So many times, when a player leaves the team and switches to a higher-level team, it is actually not necessarily for money. It is probably because he hopes to find some stimulation for himself again, so that he can continue to improve and step into a new world. A higher level of football.

The players are like this, the coach is like this, Ferguson is special, there is only one in the world.

If Yang Cheng had been loyal to Kaiserslautern all his life, then he would never expect to achieve what he has achieved today, because he would have felt that his talents and knowledge were enough to lead Kaiserslautern in 1999, and there was no need to stimulate him. jī, without pressure, there will be no progress.

Today, Ashavin is also facing this situation. He is already Zenit's core player...and needs to prove himself on a broader stage.

Thinking of this, Yang Cheng stood up from his seat on the court with a smile, ready to find an opportunity to talk to Ashavin.

At this moment, he suddenly thought of a question.

Hey guys, do any of you know Russian?

Ian Rush and Benitez were both stunned, and then shook their heads one by one.

The three of them laughed together, Oh, Maga, what can I do if I don’t understand Russian?

It is also a coincidence that the current head coach of Zenit, Petr Zela, was the head coach of Sparta Prague in the Czech Republic. When Yang Cheng was still at Kaiserslautern, he decided to bring in Nedved, who was the head coach of Sparta Prague in the Czech Republic. This Czech guy made the deal.

I didn't expect that after going around and around, you would target my players again!

As early as when Petzera heard that Yang Cheng appeared on the chess stage, he had already realized the problem. After the game, this guy simply went to Zenit's office and found Petzera. Tezera.

As soon as the Czech heard his idea, his first reaction was to smile bitterly and then ridicule.

Although it sounds like he is complaining, he is actually a bit proud. At least his players have reached their peak under Yang Cheng. Nedvěd won the World Player of the Year, which can be regarded as a blessing to the Czechs and Petrze. Isn't it?

Ashavin is an outstanding player. He is the most skilled Russian I have ever seen... Very carefully, the former legendary Russian coach Malozav placed him on the wing, and he became the most outstanding player in Russia. He is a wide player, but later I felt that he would be better at the second forward position, so he moved to the second forward position and performed very well this season.

After hearing about Yang Cheng's goal, Petzera began to praise his disciple.

Today's Zenit does not have the sponsorship of future energy giants and is not financially well-off, so when Liverpool wants to poach people, Zenit does not have any advantage, but the situation in Russia is not just like this.

This is a country that cannot use European transfer rules. The failure of Sychov's transfer to D Milan is a clear proof.

Don't take the opportunity to raise the price, Verastimir! Yang Cheng said with a smile.

They are familiar with each other once, familiar with each other once, and after having crossed paths once, the two of them can joke around.

Petzera said with a serious face, I absolutely do not want Ashavin to transfer at this time!

Yang Cheng nodded, I understand, but we will get him, right?

As a head coach, for the sake of coaching performance, Petzera definitely does not want Ashavin to be poached midway, which will disrupt his plan, but he knows very well in his heart that he cannot stop it.

The Czech sighed inwardly that the gap between Zenit and Liverpool was just like the gap between him and Yang Cheng, huge!

Under the introduction of Petzera's assistant, Yang Cheng went to visit the chairman of Zenit. Through the assistant's translation, the two parties talked about Ashavin's transfer. Although the latter repeatedly emphasized that Ashavin is not for sale by Zenit , but the price of 3 million euros offered by Yang Cheng is indeed hard to refuse.

As Ashavin, who has already prospered in Russia, this price is acceptable to Liverpool, and he is currently the best performing player in the Russian league.

If Yang Cheng remembers correctly, he should be the best player in Russia this year, and although Zenit is not rich, he is not short of 3 million euros, and his price can barely impress the opponent.

But for Liverpool and Yang Cheng, 3 million in exchange for a frontcourt all-rounder of Ashavin's level is simply an extremely cost-effective deal. If he hadn't been born in Russia, it is estimated that the price would have doubled several times, at least to pass. Ten million euros.

After settling Zenit, Yang Cheng, accompanied by a translator, went to a high-end restaurant in St. Petersburg. Not long after, Asavin, who had made an appointment, also came.

This should be the first time Ashavin sat down face-to-face with the world's top head coach, especially when he heard that Yang Cheng was negotiating his transfer with Zenit, the Russian looked a little worried.

Here, everything is stable for him. He is the core of the team and earns the team's highest salary. But suddenly he is asked to transfer to the unknown Premier League. He is really worried and has not been able to express his position for a long time.

I've been paying attention to you for a long time! Yang Cheng said with a smile. Originally, I thought you would appear in the European Cup lineup, but then after looking at the squad, I felt a little disappointed.

After listening to the interpreter's explanation, Ashawen's face darkened. Failure to participate in the European Cup was a big blow to him, because the national team's head coach Yatsev gave up on Ashavin at the last minute. He was the same as Romantsev, the Russian head coach at the World Cup in South Korea and Japan. He was put on the roster in the qualifiers, but he ended up being dropped.

This is the case for the World Cup in South Korea and Japan, and the European Cup in Portugal. This is a big blow to Ashavin.

Today's Russian league can no longer satisfy you. You should go to a broader stage to prove yourself, compete and confront the best players in the world, and continue to maintain the momentum of progress. As long as your strength improves, in If you make a name for yourself outside, your main position in the national team will come sooner or later!

Petzera's assistant on the side sighed inwardly when he heard it. Yang Cheng's words were too convincing.

As one of Zenit's coaching staff, he is very aware of Ashavin's situation. One of the important reasons why the latter has performed so hard this season is that he hopes to be included in the European Cup squad, and he has performed well in warm-up matches and qualifiers. His performance was indeed good, and he was given several opportunities to perform, otherwise he would not be able to meet the requirements for a labor certificate.

But in the end he lost his ticket to Portugal.

He himself felt very frustrated about this, so after the European Cup, his enthusiasm for training was significantly reduced, making his performance against Lokomotiv very average, even bad.

You should carefully consider our invitation. The Premier League is the largest league in the world, with the highest exposure and widest coverage, and Liverpool is the most watched team in the Premier League. Although we cannot guarantee your main position, you are there , being able to compete with the best players in the world, these are things that the Russian league cannot give.

Having said this, Yang Cheng paused for a moment, If you feel that your positioning should only be satisfied with Russia's first-line stars, or top stars, then I don't think you need to take risks in the Premier League and continue to stay here. Being the core of Zenit and continuing his performance as a top Russian player.

But if you want to go beyond Russia and show your football skills on a broader stage, then I think you should come to the Premier League.

Yang Cheng said so many words in one breath, and the translator was muttering on the side. Yang Cheng couldn't hear the Russian, and he didn't know how much he had translated, and whether he had elaborated everything he said.

But he obviously saw Ashavin's expression change, and he was a little shaken.

Mr. Yang Cheng! After the translator heard Ashawen's mumbling words, he said to Yang Cheng: He expressed his willingness to think about it carefully, but he needs you to give him some time!

Yang Cheng nodded, Yes, but I hope it will be as soon as possible, because I don't want my players to miss the trip to the United States. This is a great opportunity to integrate into the team, and it has always been my habit!

He really pays attention to preparations before the season. Almost all signings will not be delayed until the last period of transfer. He always locks the target early, negotiates early, and then recruits players early to participate in the team's training. .

After hearing what the translator said, Ashavin nodded and said he would reply as soon as possible.

Although he failed to get Ashavin's approval, Yang Cheng was not without gain.

The day after returning to England, Liverpool announced that it had sold the team's backup forward Baros to Stamford Bridge for a high price of 30 million euros. This transfer can be described as a mixed success.

Many people believe that it is unwise for Yang Cheng to sell Baros, who performed well in the European Cup. However, some people believe that Baros obviously wants to transfer, so he can take the opportunity to sell it for a high price. Understood.

Juventus general manager Moggi said with a wry smile in an interview with the media, Only crazy Chelsea can offer this crazy price!

After failing to get Baros, Moggi immediately turned to another operation, which was to keep Trezeguet and cut off Arsenal's transfer request. After all, he failed to recruit the Czech and left Trezeguet. , Juventus is miserable.

In a series of transfers, Liverpool's players who participated in the European Cup returned to the team one after another to participate in pre-season preparations, and players such as Ronaldinho and Larsson did not rest. After the European Cup, He returned to the team and showed his excellent work ethic.

The team was fully staffed, and Ashavin also nodded and agreed to Liverpool's invitation on July 20. The two clubs quickly completed the procedures, and the Russian Czar officially switched to the Red Army.

On the 21st, Yang Cheng held a signing ceremony and press conference at the Melwood ancestral training base with the four players Larsson, Asavin, Franck Ribery and Vidic who joined the team this season. Arrangements were made for them to meet with the players.

Unlike competitors who all spend a lot of money on signings, Liverpool doesn't spend much money on signings. The money from selling Smicer and Henkoz is enough to bring in Vidic and Ashavin. After all, these two players But they all participated in the European Cup and performed well.

As for the money to sell Baros and the 20 million euro transfer budget given by the club, Yang Cheng did not touch a penny.

The reason is simple, because the only player he wanted to introduce, Haxian Alonso, was directly acquired by Real Madrid for 25 million euros.

Not only Yang Cheng was a little disappointed, but Ferguson was even more desperate because he was also very optimistic about Ha Xian Alonso, but in the end he got the better of Real Madrid.

Who makes people rich and powerful? ! .