Football: I can see player entries.

Chapter 262 Please Replace Him

Dybala is standing on the sidelines; he was just substituted by Murphy.

After seeing the opponent score, he could only frown awkwardly.

The excellent situation they had created was thus squandered.

Neville and Lyman were whispering to each other nearby.

All the blame is being pointed at Blind, who should bear direct responsibility for the goal conceded.

The teammates on the field were alright; under Li Yanqing's discipline, they were not allowed to complain too much to their teammates during the game.

But there will always be dissatisfaction, especially when the efforts of others are rendered meaningless because of the same person.

"Look at him, he's like a wooden stake in this game, he has absolutely no defensive ability!"

"He can't even touch the ball when it's right in front of him!"

"Why can't we switch to a different guard? Then we'll win this game!"

The fans' murmurs rose and fell; they didn't hurl insults at their own players, but the constant chatter seemed to be even more disheartening.

As for the player himself, there was no change in his expression.

He just gritted his teeth and stared at the opponent's goal.

He appeared calm, but his feelings were actually quite complicated.

Because the opposing coach is Mourinho.

In a sense, he completely lost his form in the hands of his opponent.

He went from being a top-class defender who had the opportunity to join Barcelona to what he is now.

It's hard not to be angry.

At the same time, he seemed unable to change the situation on the field.

He felt quite guilty because of his own mistake that led to the loss of the ball.

Sometimes he wondered if things would be different now if he had agreed to join Burton when Li Yanqing first invited him...

Fortunately, he doesn't have to take any responsibility for this game.

Because they won.

Quinn ultimately saved Blind, pulling the defender back from the brink of mental collapse with a beautiful long-range shot in the 88th minute.

A perfect game-winning shot!

"Phew, that was close." Li Yanqing patted his chest; it seemed he wouldn't have to pay the price today.

However, having decided to use Blinder, he would not change his mind.

He intends to keep his promise and continue to give him opportunities until the transfer window closes.

After that, the team will be playing Manchester United, and he won't allow his team to have any more obvious weaknesses.

"You played beautifully, even better than before."

Mourinho accepted the defeat with a bitter expression.

He realized that this was the second time he had lost to Li Yanqing.

Last time there was a disobedient Pogba, but this time he has only been in charge for a short time.

However, one thing is certain: he is still genuinely happy for Burton's progress.

"Actually, Tottenham's strength is also quite good."

"If Eriksen had been able to come on from the start, we probably would have had a very difficult time winning."

"The reason for the loss is not you."

Li Yanqing comforted his old mentor as they shook hands, but to his surprise, Mourinho didn't seem too upset.

Instead, he quickly changed his expression, saying with a hint of triumph.

"As you can see, our midfield is a bit weak."

"Erikson probably won't stay."

"I want Basselli."

"You promised me before."

"Don't worry, just send out invitations. Baselli himself is very willing to work under you." Li Yanqing knew this day would come sooner or later.

I was already mentally prepared when they last brought up this topic.

"However, we must be careful not to let my players sign any long-term contracts with Levy."

"Selling it to him is easy, but if you step down in a few years, buying it back will be incredibly difficult!"

"As for the price, I can offer a friendly price."

Having already made a promise, Li Yanqing couldn't go back on his word, so he readily agreed.

"Wait, you just said Eriksen is transferring?"

Where will he go?

"I don't know, he wouldn't say, but I guess it's a wealthy family..."

At the post-match press conference, both players praised the other's team.

A peaceful atmosphere.

No one would find this problematic; even the most discerning reporter wouldn't be foolish enough to try and get them to say anything offensive at this point.

Everyone knows that these two have a good relationship...

The only thing that troubled Li Yanqing was Blind.

Upon returning to the club, Joe Hart, who was temporarily serving as the team captain, was the first to approach his head coach.

"Boss, I can't accept Blinder's poor performance."

"His performance is nothing like that of a well-established professional player!"

"It serves no purpose on either offense or defense!"

"Please replace him!"

Joe Hart made a brilliant save today, but still conceded a goal in the end, which annoyed him.

Not yelling at his teammates on the field is already a sign that he listened to Li Yanqing.

“Uh, I saw it all, Hart.”

"You're not the only one who has a problem with him."

Among those present today, not only the players, but also the fans and coaches could see that Blind was in serious trouble.

Except for Li Yanqing.

What he saw was the "normal"...

"But constantly demanding to replace your teammates is not a good idea either."

“Hart.”

"Blakeford isn't here; you're the team captain."

Why not try to help him?

"Just like when you helped others?"

Joe Hart paused for a moment, then spoke seriously.

"Do you want to hear the truth, boss?"

"Yes."

"Okay, then I'll say it."

"Because Burton is not the same team I had when I first arrived; it was just a Championship team now."

"At that time, many people seemed very weak to me."

"Quinn, Murphy..."

"I have to help them, that's why you're trying to keep an old guy like me here."

"But now, everyone is hoping Burton can win the championship."

"The team's skills have improved rapidly, and the team has also spent a lot of money on player recruitment."

"To be honest, if he's not good enough, I can't accept him as a key player here."

That's what everyone thinks.

"Most importantly..."

"Boss, I'm already thirty-two years old, and I'll be thirty-three soon."

“Ibrahimovic and Pepe are even more dangerously old.”

"There's not much time left for us to look forward to the future like young people do."

"The day I left Manchester City, I felt that there was no hope left in my career."

"But here I rediscovered that feeling I had before."

"Moreover, everyone is in very good condition."

"We all hope to win as many championships as possible in the final stages of our careers..."