What is an attacking defensive midfielder?

This is……

Could it be that...?

Hao Ren's face lit up with joy, and he quickly focused his consciousness into his mind, soon seeing a huge digital screen.

Hao Ren (16 years old)

Team: RB Leipzig (2. Bundesliga)

Height: 1 meters

Weight: XNUM X kg

[Ball possession: 52; Passing: 58]

[Shots: 47; Headers: 52; Set pieces: 42]

Speed: 54; Endurance: 58; Physical Strength: 56

[Defense: 62; Vision: 67]

Overall rating: 56

Ok.

The moment Hao Ren saw the panel, he roughly understood why he had always been a substitute.

Moreover, his shooting attribute is only 47 points. How can such a poor shooting attribute be integrated into Rangnick's tactical system?

Taking a deep breath, Hao Ren felt immense pressure.

However, he quickly thought of something else.

What exactly is this so-called "new mission"?

[New player task 1: Play one match in the new season's warm-up games]

Current status: Completed

"..."

Not knowing the specifics, Hao Ren, with a try-it-out attitude, gently pressed his mind on the glowing text.

You have obtained the Newbie Chest.

[Opening...]

[You have obtained the Makelele Precision Interception Template (Intern)]

!!!

Upon hearing the system message, Hao Ren felt as if his brain had been electrocuted, and his consciousness went haywire.

He then felt something was wrong with his body. His legs were inexplicably itchy, as if he had contracted syphilis and AIDS at the same time, his skin was ulcerated, and he had been bitten by mosquitoes.

[Defense: 62→64]

[Physical contact: 56→59]

Overall rating: 56→58

Oh?

Okay, so it seems I really am the chosen one of this world.

Just then, the itching in his legs disappeared, and Hao Ren was quite pleased. He'd gained 5 attribute points just from opening a treasure chest—wasn't this a sign of taking off?

In addition, Hao Ren discovered something interesting.

[Makelele's Precise Interception Template (Intern)]

Proficiency: 28/80

Based on Hao Ren's understanding of online games, it's highly likely that his [Makelele Precise Steal Template] can be upgraded through practice.

That's incredibly impressive, because it means this template can give him an increase of more than 5 attribute points!

The only regret is that I got a defensive template.

If I could get an offensive template, that would help me integrate into Rangnick's tactical system more quickly!

Of course, one shouldn't have too much desire. Hao Ren should first focus on the template he already has and see how he can upgrade it.

……

In a friendly match, RB Leipzig drew with Queens Park Rangers; Hao Ren came off the bench and made a perfect tackle.

"Standard defensive midfielder and advocate of attacking football, Hao Ren, may be eliminated by a German second division team?"

As one of the few players currently playing in Europe, and at only 16 years old, Hao Ren enjoys considerable popularity among Chinese fans.

However, due to the very complicated situation Hao Ren is currently facing, many fans on Tieba have expressed concern about the future of this rising star defender from Leipzig.

Hao Ren was already struggling in the 3rd division, and now with promotion to the 2nd division and a new coach, the new season is going to be a hellish challenge for him!

"What are you looking at?"

On the training field, Kimmich patted Hao Ren on the shoulder from behind. Hao Ren seemed to be startled by his teammate's sudden appearance, and his body twitched noticeably.

"Oh! Well, let's check the news."

Hao Ren put his phone in his pocket and walked side by side with Kimmich: "Brother Chicken, I'm really impressed. Next time, could you at least call out to me from a distance first? You startled me."

"Haha! Goodman, my question!"

Kimmich shook his head.

He always called Hao Ren "Goodman" because "Hao Ren" sounds like "good person" in Chinese, and "good person" translates to "Good Man" in English.

German players obviously don't understand Chinese. This joke originated from China, created by a guy on Baidu Tieba.

Did you play games in your dorm last night?

"What's the point of playing? If we keep playing, we'll have to go back to our hometown."

"Haha, because the pressure is too much?"

Kimmich joked, but he quickly expressed his understanding towards his good friend.

This season is completely different from last season, and Hao Ren probably won't be able to relax as much as before.

"A minor issue."

Hao Ren shrugged: "Brother Chicken, watch me do it, I can handle it."

"Ha ha!"

……

"Hurry, hurry!"

"Go and grab it!"

"Don't hesitate, yes, that's it! Be decisive!"

Rangnick was shouting on the training field.

The German's expression was already serious, and coupled with his voice, it certainly put a lot of pressure on the Leipzig players.

"That number 20's nickname is Goodman, right?"

Rangnick turned to look at his assistant coach, Almas, standing next to him.

"Yes, he's 16 years old and Chinese. He was transferred here to play as a rotation player. It was quite a challenge for him to be promoted to the 2. Bundesliga this season, but the club is already preparing to transfer him away."

"Oh, I see."

Rangnick nodded slowly. "Actually, I do prefer young players like him, but unfortunately I don't like his style."

"Hmm, after yesterday's warm-up match, the Queens Park Rangers coach seemed interested in him. We could exchange players with them before the season starts; aren't we short of a center forward?"

At this moment, Hao Ren was still working hard on the field to cooperate with his teammates from Team A, completely unaware that he might be sold off soon.

"I am here!"

Hao Ren moved from the middle to the right wing to support Poulsen.

Snapped!

Pass the ball forward, to Poulsen's feet!

"Robbing, robbing!"

Rangnick's voice came out almost at the same time, instructing the B team's defensive players to put pressure on Poulsen.

Kimmich and Khedira responded immediately, running towards Poulsen from two completely different directions.

Poulsen tried to extricate himself from the predicament by force, but failed.

Khedira gets the ball!

Holy crap!

Hao Ren hadn't expected Poulsen to be so unreliable, so he quickly came over to help his teammates defend.

Observe Khedira's running posture...

Being on the same team, Hao Ren was very familiar with Khedira's habits. He decisively used his body to block the position, and then made a very decisive tackle.

Snapped!

"Fuck!"

The ball was cleared out of bounds, and Khedira scolded himself in self-reproach.

It has to be said that this positioning and steal was indeed very smooth, and Rangnick even gave him a thumbs up, which is rare for him.

however……

Hao Ren seemed oblivious to the head coach's gesture; he was completely absorbed in his own world.

[Makelele's Precise Interception Template (Intern)]

Proficiency: 29/80

really!

His guess was correct; one point of proficiency could be gained simply by making one steal.

His templates are upgradable!

A 5-point increase in attribute value is never the end!

The thought that he could simply keep stealing the ball to boost his attribute values ​​made Hao Ren want to laugh.

He knew what to do next!

Team B regains possession and prepares to advance the ball.

To avoid losing possession during the advance, Kimmich deliberately moved up from the wing, aiming to make a run where no one was around.

Unexpectedly, his good friend Goodman also came over at some point.

"Head towards the middle!"

Rangnick also offered his advice, which Kimmich promptly followed, moving towards the center while using his body to protect the ball.

"Nice!"

Rangnick clenched his right fist.

That's all right now!

However, the matter was not over yet, and Hao Ren quickly changed course.

[Makelele's Precise Interception Template (Intern)]

Proficiency: 30/80

At that moment, Hao Ren felt that Kimmich's movements suddenly slowed down.

The football with the Adidas logo on Kimmich's body is incredibly clear.

Hao Ren quickly came up with the best way to intercept him: he put his right foot between Kimmich's feet.

Snapped!

A nutmeg steal!

"It's a cross! Quick..."

"Fuck, you've lost your ball!"

Rangnick put his hands behind his head.

……