After Paris Saint-Germain was removed from the list, I led England to victory!

By the time Yan Yuan and Lin Jianwei returned, it was already the end of June 2019, and the new season was about to begin.

At Heathrow Airport's international arrivals area, Yan Yuan pushed a luggage cart and walked out side by side with Lin Jianwei.

The fatigue from the long flight couldn't hide the relaxation of returning home and the subtle anticipation for the upcoming new season in his eyes.

This season, we have a new coach and new teammates.

It rained again in London today. The smell of rainwater and earth mingled together, bringing a sense of home.

Back at his home in North London, after settling in briefly, Yan Yuan's first action was to call his second uncle, Yan Zhendong, back in their hometown of Xi'an, to let him know he was safe and sound. He explained in detail how the bank card had been properly handled, putting his uncle's mind at ease.

Then, he made a video call to his father.

Yan's father was supposed to pick up Yan Yuan, but he forgot to tell him when Yan Yuan arrived.

"Son, are you home? Was everything alright? Your second uncle...?"

"Dad, you can rest assured that I'll handle things well," Yan Yuan said with a smile, his tone relaxed and confident.

"Mission accomplished! My second uncle initially refused to accept it, just as you predicted. But after much persuasion and explaining the reasons in detail, especially when mentioning Xiaoqiang and Xiaoyue's future education and marriage, he finally accepted it. I taught him how to keep it safe and how to use the card, and he understood."

Also, Weiwei and I went to pay our respects at Grandpa's and Great-Grandpa's graves. We followed the customs of our hometown, burning paper money, setting off firecrackers, and kowtowing on your behalf, assuring you that everything was well at home and that we hadn't brought shame upon our ancestors. Your second uncle has taken excellent care of the graves, so please rest assured.

On the other side of the screen, as Yan's father listened to his son's narration, his eyes gradually reddened. He let out a long, deep sigh of relief, as if a heavy stone that had been weighing on his heart for many years had been lifted.

comfortable.

He wiped his eyes with his hand, his voice choked with emotion but full of relief.

"Good...good...son, you did a great job...the knot in my heart is finally untied...thank you, son..."

"Dad, why are you being so polite with me?" Yan Yuan said gently. "This is what I should do. You and Mom can just live there in peace. With Second Uncle at home and this security, things will only get better from here on out."

After hanging up the phone with his father, Yan Yuan felt a sense of peace he had never felt before.

Family ties were smoothed over, and the destination of emotions became clearer.

He can now focus more intently on the upcoming new season.

As he pondered, his thoughts drifted involuntarily to the club's most important personnel change: the selection of a new head coach.

Before retiring, Professor Wenger had an in-depth conversation with Yan Yuan, specifically asking him about the selection of the next head coach.

Yan Yuan first recommended his mentor, Na Shuai.

This is the young coach Nagelsmann, who is only 32 years old but has already made a name for himself in the Bundesliga.

It was the same mentor who discovered him in Hoffenheim and gave him the opportunity to shine on the European stage for the first time in his professional career.

"This is my suggestion, and it's strict advice," Wenger told Arsenal's management before leaving.

"Nagelsmann is young, passionate, and has advanced tactical ideas. He is also adept at developing young players. Most importantly, he understands Yan and knows how to maximize Yan's potential. Arsenal's future needs this kind of fresh blood, and it also needs Yan Yuan and Nagelsmann to work together again."

Arsenal's management highly values ​​the advice of their successful manager, as well as Yan Yuan's suggestions.

Yan Yuan was actually very much looking forward to it.

Reuniting with Nash means an unspoken understanding that requires no adjustment, a tactical foundation based on mutual understanding and trust.

He was almost impatient to play under Nagelsmann again.

Although Nagelsmann led Bayern to the Bundesliga title last season, he did not go very far in the Champions League.

Furthermore, Bayern's management put considerable pressure on Nagelsmann regarding player utilization and development.

Top clubs have their own systems and personnel choices; they don't completely follow the head coach's decisions.

It's like how Manchester United can't fully heed Mourinho's advice.

Nagelsmann during his time at Bayern Munich.

We can't use the players we like or value like we did back in Hoffenheim.

That's how it is in wealthy families.

Sometimes, being the head coach of a top club really feels like being a puppet on a string by the management.

Despite your position as head coach, what you say and do is still decided by the management.

Especially established powerhouses like Bayern Munich.

Nagelsmann's feelings toward Bayern were a mixture of gratitude and frustration.

I'm grateful that they trusted me, but sadly, they didn't give me their full trust.

Arsenal paid Bayern Munich's release clause for the remaining two years of Nagelsmann's contract, officially making Nagelsmann Arsenal manager.

The wait didn't last long.

On the third day after returning to London, Yan Yuan was undergoing simple recovery training.

His phone was bombarded with notifications from teammates, friends, and various sports news apps.

He clicked on the most eye-catching push notification.

From Arsenal Football Club's official tweet:

[Official Announcement]: Arsenal Football Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Bundesliga champions and former Bayern Munich manager Julian Nagelsmann as the new first-team manager, on a contract until the summer of 2023. Welcome to Arsenal, Julian!

Below the title is an official photo of Nagelsmann wearing an Arsenal training kit, holding a club scarf, and standing in front of the Emirates Stadium.

He wore a confident and composed smile, with sharp eyes. Despite his youth, he already possessed the aura of a top team's head coach.

"As expected of Commander Na!" Yan Yuan's lips curled up, revealing a genuine smile.

He immediately clicked on the tweet, pressed the like button without hesitation, and quickly left a comment:

"Welcome back, Boss! Can't wait to get started with you again!"

His comment was instantly liked and pushed to the top by a flood of fans.

What excited fans even more was that Nagelsmann himself quickly replied to Yan Yuan's comment:

"Great to be back working with you, Captain Yan! The best is yet to come! Let's make history together!"

This swift, natural, and heartwarming interaction between the master and his student was immediately captured and widely reported by the media, quickly becoming a trending topic on social media.

The "Yan-Nagelsmann Reunion" has become a hot topic among Arsenal fans, greatly diluting the sadness brought by Wenger's departure and injecting a strong sense of optimism into the new season.

Everyone understands that the club's management has made a very strategic decision: to ensure that the team's core player's wishes are met and that the tactical approach remains stable.

Immediately afterwards, the club officially announced that Nagelsmann's inaugural press conference would be held the following day at the Emirates Stadium.

On the day of the press conference, the media area was packed, with cameras and microphones ready to be used.

When Nagelsmann entered the venue, his confident stride and composed demeanor made people almost forget that he was only 32 years old.

He is one of the youngest foreign managers in Premier League history.

He began by expressing his gratitude for the opportunity and then spoke fondly of his ex.

"First of all, I must pay the highest tribute to Mr. Arsène Wenger, who is not only a legend of Arsenal, but also a great man in the world of football."

He laid a solid foundation and a unique philosophy for this great club.

My task is not to overthrow, but to inherit and develop. I will cherish and strive to continue the core spirit he advocated: beautiful football, youth training first, and respect for tradition.

His words won applause from everyone present, demonstrating his respect for the club's history and his maturity beyond his years.

Then, his tone shifted to the future, his eyes becoming sharp and ambitious.

"At the same time, the world of football is constantly evolving, and we need to incorporate new ideas while maintaining a hunger and drive. My football philosophy is based on high pressing, quick transitions, and possession-based dominance."

I want to build a dynamic, tactically disciplined team that remains committed to the team under any circumstances. Our goal is clear: to solidify our position at the top of the table in England and Europe, and to win more trophies.

Then he moved on to the most crucial part, his gaze sweeping across the room, his tone incredibly firm.

"In this process, we have a key cornerstone, our captain, Yan Yuan." He deliberately used the respectful and acknowledging title "Captain Yan."

"I've worked with Yan, and I must say, he is the most talented and professional player I've ever met in my career."

I know his unparalleled talent and desire to win; he is not only the tactical core of the team, but also its spiritual leader.

The new season and future plans will be steadfastly built around Yan. We will work together to help him break through his limits and reach even greater heights, both in terms of individual statistics and team honors. I believe that under his leadership, we can achieve our goal of contending for the championship this season.

Nagelsmann also did not shy away from his experience at Bayern Munich.

"I learned a lot from my time in Munich, especially the valuable experience of managing a top club and dealing with the highest pressure. Regardless of the process, I am still grateful for my time coaching Bayern."

Now, I arrive in London with this experience, a clearer vision, and greater passion. I'm eager to embark on a new and exciting journey with this group of outstanding players, with every member of the club staff, and with all the Arsenal fans.

Nagelsmann's speech was logically clear and sincere.

It has both reverence for tradition and the ambition to boldly innovate.

More importantly, he clearly defined Yan Yuan's absolute core position.

This reassured the team and the fans.

In fact, the team's and fans' worries are completely unnecessary.

Nagelsmann has always valued Yan Yuan highly; back then, he even considered having his beloved student go to Bayern Munich with him.

He values ​​Yan Yuan at least as much as Wenger, or even more than Wenger.

Following the press conference, media reviews were generally positive.

The Times called it "a wise and visionary appointment".

Sky Sports believes that "the reunion of Nagelsmann and Yan Yuan as mentor and protégé foreshadows an escalation of Arsenal's attacking storm."

Yan Yuan watched the press conference live at home.

I am completely satisfied.

He turned off the TV, walked to the window, and looked at the London sky. The summer sun was shining brightly, just like his mood at that moment.

A new chapter has begun.

Familiar mentors, brand new challenges.

His beloved girlfriend was by his side, and his family was behind him.

19-year-old Xiao Yan feels better than ever before.

Arsenal's new era of red and white has officially begun.