Green Field Eunuch

Chapter 182 Deng Zhuoxiang is happy

On the afternoon of January 25, the first semi-final match between Japan and South Korea kicked off on time.

The entire Chinese national football team watched the match from their hotel, but Shan Yongzhuo was an exception. He took Deng Zhuoxiang with him to a restaurant outside to meet someone.

Thomas Cross has arrived.

Shan Yongzhuo had no idea why this guy would come, and why he would ask him to bring Deng Zhuoxiang along.

However, Deng Zhuoxiang was quite excited about this.

That's Thomas Kroos, a legend in German football and one of Germany's top agents. He couldn't help but start to look forward to something.

"Brother Shan, do you think Kroos wants to sign me and then arrange for me to go to Germany?"

Deng Zhuoxiang looked on with anticipation. Although he is now a rising star in China, who wouldn't want to play football abroad?
"That might be the case, but don't you already have an agent?"

Shan Yongzhuo guessed that this was very likely, as Kroos had been focusing on Asian players for the past few years, and in addition to himself, he also had Japanese players such as Uchida Atsuto, Hasebe Makoto, and Kagawa Shinji under his wing.

This time, he specifically instructed me to bring Deng Zhuoxiang along, presumably because he had his eye on this young talent.

Deng Zhuoxiang is 22 years old this year, which is neither too young nor too old, but his strength is quite good. He made his debut in the Chinese Super League in 2006, and he is one of the best performing players on the Chinese national team in this Asian Cup, apart from Shan Yongzhuo.

Shan Yongzhuo wasn't surprised that Kross had taken a liking to Deng Zhuoxiang.

Shan Yongzhuo is clearly looking forward to this as well. "I do have one, but if Kroos is willing to sign me and take me to Germany to play, I'll fire my agent immediately."

"Forehead……"

Dan Yongzhuo's lips twitched. This guy is really decisive.

However, he could understand Deng Zhuoxiang's thoughts. Over the years, the national football team players have been criticized a lot, but to be honest, if they can perform well abroad, who would want to be criticized by fans all the time?

Deng Zhuoxiang certainly has the ability. He plays with great agility, a typical characteristic of Asian players. His footwork is quite good for Asia. He has excellent vision, runs actively, and has delicate footwork. He is indeed a player with the ability to train abroad.

However, in Shan Yongzhuo's opinion, Deng Zhuoxiang's current level is not good enough to play in the Bundesliga, but he should be able to find a place in the 2. Bundesliga.

If Kroos wants to make a move for Deng Zhuoxiang, he will likely send him to the German second division.

Upon arriving at the restaurant, the two immediately met Kroos, who had arrived earlier. Kroos directly stated his purpose: to sign Deng Zhuoxiang, which excited Deng Zhuoxiang.

"In fact, the main reason I came to Qatar was to sign a Japanese player named Yuya Osako," Kroos said without hesitation. "However, after watching a few of your games, Deng, I think I've already told you about my situation. If you're willing to sign with me, I can try to arrange for you to play in Germany."

Deng Zhuoxiang glanced at Shan Yongzhuo, and seeing the latter's encouraging look, he immediately expressed his willingness.

The dinner that followed went very smoothly. Kroos had planned very well to suit Deng Zhuoxiang's characteristics, and the main destination for his operation was indeed the German Second Division.

Deng Zhuoxiang didn't have any particular thoughts about it. He was already very satisfied to be able to play football abroad, especially in the second division of the top five leagues, such as the German second division. Many national team veterans started their careers here, such as Xie Hui in the early days and Shao Jiayi now.

……

The meeting with Cross was just a minor incident.

After Japan eliminated South Korea in a penalty shootout to advance to the final, the second semi-final match between China and Australia was about to begin the following afternoon.

Amidst the anticipation of the surrounding stands, the two teams jogged onto the field.

Australia is a strong favorite to win this Asian Cup, boasting a number of well-known players, many of whom play in Europe.

Their most famous player is still their veteran, Tim Cahill, who plays for Everton.

However, compared to the Chinese team's lineup, theirs is still quite star-studded; it's just that the total market value of the entire team is nowhere near that of the Chinese team. After all, Shan Yongzhuo alone is valued at €1.6 million by *France Football*.
This is still a very low valuation.

His transfer fee alone is equivalent to the entire Australian national team.

When Shan Yongzhuo appeared on stage, the Chinese fans and local Qatari female fans present immediately erupted in enthusiastic cheers.

"Shan Yongzhuo! Shan Yongzhuo!"

Accompanied by the enthusiastic drumbeats of Chinese fans, the fans chanted Shan Yongzhuo's name in unison.

The Australian players naturally also talked about Shan Yongzhuo.

Several of their players play in England, such as Everton striker Cahill, Fulham goalkeeper Schwarzer, Blackburn midfielder Emerton, and Blackpool left-back David Carney, among others.

Compared to other Australian players, they naturally have a more direct understanding of just how good Shan Yongzhuo is.

They had already given a lesson to the team's star center-back, Lucas Neal, who plays for Turkish giants Galatasaray, during training.

"Be very careful of him, stay close to him at all times!"

"Don't let him get a chance to shoot near the edge of the penalty area!"

"It's best not to let him receive the ball!"

"..."

Lucas Neal was also feeling a bit bitter. He didn't have the idea of ​​challenging Shan Yongzhuo and becoming famous overnight. He was a veteran who had been around for many years, and now, facing the world's number one striker, he just felt a headache coming on.

Meanwhile, another young center-back, Matheus Spiranovic, who plays for Urawa Red Diamonds in Japan, is eager to make the move.

He is a rising star in Australia's defense. His selection for the national team has made him a little arrogant. The thought of facing the world's number one striker, Shan Yongzhuo, in the game makes him even more excited.

"Don't worry, I'll work with Lucas to shut him down. I won't let him score even a single goal!"

Spiranovic made a bold statement, hoping to successfully block Shan Yongzhuo in the match, thus making a name for himself and having the opportunity to play in Europe.

He was the only young man in Australia's defense, and the other veterans looked at him as if he were an idiot.

A newborn calf is not afraid of a tiger; this guy really doesn't know how terrifying Shan Yongzhuo is.

However, the seasoned veterans were still very happy that someone was willing to step forward.

Lucas Neal chuckled and patted Spiranovich on the shoulder, encouraging him, "Matthew, you can do it! He's even younger than you, you definitely won't lose to him, keep it up!"

"Thank you, Lucas!"

"Should I entrust you with the task of defending him?"

"Then let's forget it. I lack experience, but I can help you."

"Hehe, okay then."

Carney was somewhat disappointed. Although Spiranovic was looking forward to the match, he wasn't a complete fool. If he failed to defend against Shan Yongzhuo, he would be held responsible.

Let's leave this responsibility to our seniors.

(End of this chapter)