Football: I can see player entries.

Chapter 97 Wenger's Little Secret

Burton won the game!

Despite not dominating the entire match, they ultimately defeated Arsenal 2-1!

Wenger stood there stunned as he watched Sun Yan desperately save the ball on the field.

He was all prepared for overtime, but unexpectedly, at the last moment, he was defeated by this seemingly unremarkable young man.

They thwarted Ramsey's sure goal!

The Burton team members gathered around, lifted Sun Yan up, and tossed him into the air!

He replicated the goal-scoring clearance of his predecessor and helped the team win!

"Sun! Well done!"

"I will never complain about your positioning again!"

Joe Hart was grateful to the young man for keeping an eye on the goal for him in the final moments, and his opinion of him has now completely changed.

Ninety minutes had passed, and he was still running tirelessly!

Doesn't he get tired?

Jamie didn't join in the fun; he was tilting his head back, trying hard not to let his tears fall.

His teammates played so hard entirely because of him, even though the opponent was Arsenal!

Murphy, who had just scored the winning goal, was the first to arrive at his side.

"Jamie!"

We should be happy!

"Isn't it?"

"we won!"

......

"Congratulations, you played very well."

"I have high hopes for you, and for the young players on your team."

"Burton is going to have a great season."

Can I have your contact information?

Professor Wenger had recovered and shook hands with Li Yanqing, offering them his heartfelt blessings.

It's just an FA Cup loss, no big deal.

Arsenal didn't go all out in this match; they were more focused on giving their young players experience.

If Mkhitaryan and Walcott had been fielded from the start, Burton would definitely have collapsed before the second half.

"Thank you, Professor."

"Of course, I should be the one asking you..."

Li Yanqing was smiling; in fact, his lips hadn't closed since the moment the match ended.

This feels amazing!

They defeated a powerful opponent and advanced to the FA Cup final!

Who knows, he might actually bring Jamie a championship back?

Wait, didn't Professor Wenger just ask for my phone number?

That's great too!

......

In the post-match player ratings, the highest scorer was not Quinn, nor Sun Yan who made a crucial save, nor Jami who contributed a goal and an assist.

It was Joe Hart.

Although he was once again relegated to the background in this match, he performed exceptionally well for the rest of the time.

If it weren't for him, Burton's goal would have been smashed to pieces long ago.

Li Yanqing praised the entire team's performance.

Murphy worked hard in the attacking third and ultimately scored the winning goal.

Nasri and Matias shouldered the responsibility of attacking the team in the first half, and even unusually, they fought hard in defense.

Enzo and Baselli ran around the entire field, showing no signs of discouragement even when they were outmatched.

Miller and Bradford shared the defensive burden, and Turner didn't falter either; in fact, he was the one who played the hardest.

Jamie, Quinn, and O'Grady all performed their tasks very well.

Sun Yan made a crucial save that was no less effective than a goal, and Hart was named the best player.

Everyone performed very well!

But the players who have made the most progress are undoubtedly Quinn, Miller, and Sun Yan. Previously, their level was the one that worried Li Yanqing the most in the team, but now they can all stand on their own.

Uh... Sun Yan might still be a bit lacking, after all, he hasn't mastered the technical terms yet.

There's also Jami, who has mastered the skill of "extraordinary skill".

If it weren't for his rapidly declining physical condition, he would be more reliable than Matthias right now.

Promotion to the Premier League seems to be a done deal.

"It's holiday time, guys!"

"This holiday is three days long!"

"Remember what you can't do, and then you can enjoy your vacation!"

Li Yanqing readily gave the players a break.

He was in high spirits after winning a tough match.

The off-season is almost two weeks long, which will not interfere with training at all.

"So, can we also enjoy a few days of rest?"

Neville asked tentatively in a very soft voice.

"No, you're overthinking it, Neville."

"The players just need to focus on the game, but we have a lot of work to do."

"Hey, wait a minute, where's Cheng Mengmeng? Where did she go?"

"It looks like they're tidying upstairs..."

evening.

Professor Wenger, who had just exchanged contact information with Li Yanqing, contacted him.

"Hello, I think we haven't formally introduced ourselves yet?"

“Yes, Professor.” Li Yanqing nodded and spoke first.

"I am Li Yanqing, the head coach of Burton FC, from China."

“It’s a nice place.” Wenger smiled, his tone kind, like an elder speaking to a younger family member.

“I am Arsène Wenger, it’s a pleasure to meet you, Lee.”

“I am honored, Professor.”

"But you didn't just call to say hello, did you?"

“Of course, we’re all very busy, aren’t we?” Wenger affirmed Li Yanqing’s words and then said.

"Today's match was very exciting, and some of the young men left a deep impression on me."

"Quinn, Enzo, Murphy..."

“No, absolutely not, Professor.” Li Yanqing shook his head decisively.

He realized that the other party wasn't there to say hello, but to raid his property.

“They are all very outstanding young people, and I don’t deny that one day in the future they may receive a call from a wealthy family.”

"But not now, it's best for them to stay here now."

"Only I can fully unleash their potential!"

"Hmm... I really like your confidence." Wenger understood that the other party didn't intend to cash in on the young talents in the team right now.

But he didn't give up; instead, he continued speaking.

“I’m not that interested in the others. We have many outstanding young people of our own.”

"But to be honest, Quinn and Enzo are two very good lads."

"I have high hopes for them, and we can offer you a good price if you're willing."

“I’m afraid that won’t work, Professor.” Li Yanqing remained resolute.

"Their contracts still have a long way to go, and Burton Albion is not a black market."

"This is the future top club, and they will be our first 'legends'!"

Li Yanqing certainly didn't believe Wenger's claim of a "good price".

For the past decade or so, Arsenal has prioritized cost-effectiveness in its player acquisitions, primarily developing its own players. This approach is unlikely to change overnight.

Based on current transfer market prices, Quinn's performance is worth at least £20 million.

Not to mention that Burton had no intention of selling any players.

"Alright, then I won't force you." Wenger understood what Li Yanqing meant.

It is difficult to poach talent if the contract period is long enough.

Even for top clubs, this is the case; Burton Albion is determined not to release their players, and there's nothing they can do about it.

Unless you directly negotiate with the player and then pay the buyout fee.

That's not Arsenal's style...

He's already decided to retire, so there's no need for him to get into any trouble with other teams. Besides, Li Yanqing is a promising young coach he admires...