Starting with saving Manchester United

Van Persie is a smart man.

He's smart not only on the field, but also off the field.

But he really doesn't have many friends.

Over the past six months, many things and many words have been suppressed in my heart.

Now that she's finally found Yang Fan as a safe space, she's surprisingly been able to confide in him for quite a while.

They even went so far as to criticize Ferguson.

Yang Fan now completely understands.

When I was a football fan in China in my previous life, I always viewed Ferguson and the Manchester United Class of '92 with a kind of idealized perspective.

Just like Ferguson.

Sir Alex Ferguson's contributions to Manchester United are undeniable.

But many of his actions, from a player's perspective, are truly unethical!

To put it bluntly, if this happened in the workplace and his actions were exposed online, he would be mercilessly attacked by netizens.

Although Yang Fan has only been in this world for a week, the fans' positive feelings towards him have already been shattered.

Regarding Van Persie, Yang Fan said that his most important task now is to rest and recharge.

"I'm not planning to put you in the squad for the Aston Villa game this weekend; I want you to get some rest."

"If you'd like, you can have a day off on Saturday."

"Save all your energy for next Wednesday at Camp Nou, and crush Barcelona!"

Van Persie's eyes lit up.

"Haven't you always wanted to join Barcelona?"

"It's not too late now. If you eliminate Barcelona, ​​they might sign you this summer."

To be honest, Yang Fan's words were really appealing to Van Persie.

For Dutch players, Barcelona has always been the most special team.

Moreover, after Henry left Arsenal, he went to Barcelona.

"In my professional career so far, I've only played two games against Barcelona."

"Only two games?" Yang Fan was surprised.

Van Persie seemed to have a vivid memory, nodding and saying, "In the 06 Champions League final, I was on the bench and didn't play."

「后来09/10赛季的16强淘汰赛，主场2比2，客场1比4，我都因为受伤没能参赛。」

「10/11赛季也是16强淘汰赛，我们主场2比1击败巴萨，我进了一个球，但后来在诺坎普1比3输掉比赛。」

After hearing this, Yang Fan chuckled and said, "That's even better! Let's settle both the old and new scores, beat Barcelona, ​​and we'll be in the semi-finals!"

Van Persie was surprised.

Why does it sound like Yang Fan makes beating Barcelona as easy as eating cabbage?

But it must be said that when he finds someone agreeable, he's happy to listen to whatever that person says.

"I'll do as you say. We're at Camp Nou next Wednesday, and we'll crush Barcelona!"

……

It wasn't until nearly noon that the players began to arrive at Carrington.

They were going to have lunch at the club.

Last night's celebration party was organized by Ferdinand, so he came to Yang Fan to ask for reimbursement for the event expenses.

Yang Fan had already spoken to Woodward about it, so he didn't care how much it cost. He signed the document on the spot and handed it over to Jackie Kay so she could report it to the London Treasury.

Ferdinand, on the other hand, was kept behind by Yang Fan to talk.

"Your performance and contribution in the last two matches have been evident, but playing consecutive games has taken a heavy toll on you. So, I'd like you to get some rest for this weekend's match. What do you think?"

Ferdinand noticed that Yang Fan was referring to the game this weekend.

This means that Ferdinand will have a chance to play in next Wednesday's away game against Barcelona.

Yang Fan is saying this now because he hopes Ferdinand can recover well and get back into form.

According to Manchester United's team doctor's previous assessment of Ferdinand, he can only play two games a month.

The training plan was later changed, and Vidic was suspended for two games, which is why he played two games in a row recently.

This is a special case.

The fact that Yang Fan was able to communicate with Ferdinand in advance is already the greatest respect he could show.

After all, she is 35 years old.

"When I met with Woodward this morning, I formally made the suggestion to him that I hope the club can extend your contract."

When Ferdinand heard this, his eyes lit up. His contract was set to expire in 2014, but the club had not yet offered to renew it.

"Of course, I was just suggesting it. I don't have the authority to make decisions on this matter. Woodward replied that they would consider it seriously, but a specific decision might have to wait until after the season ends."

Ferdinand nodded in understanding.

Yang Fan's words made him more likely to believe them.

"I think that with Nemanja already signed with Inter Milan, Manchester United really needs an experienced player like you who also has influence in the dressing room to help young players grow."

Ferdinand was even more convinced.

But as Yang Fan said, this is not something he can decide, nor is it something Woodward can decide alone.

Next season, Louis van Gaal will be Manchester United's manager.

However, Ferdinand was quite satisfied with Yang Fan's suggestions.

"Don't worry, I'll do my best in the game!" Ferdinand assured him.

Yang Fan genuinely felt that in the summer of 2014 in his previous life, Manchester United's decision to let Ferdinand go without signing a strong center-back was a terrible thing.

Ferguson has said many times that the formation of modern football tactical systems all begin with the center-backs.

Van Gaal's failure at Manchester United was largely due to his poor signing of center-backs.

Therefore, his proposal stemmed from both his need to appease the players and the actual situation of Manchester United's future.

"As long as you continue to perform well, I will definitely recommend you to Woodward again," Yang Fan said, offering a rosy picture.

Ferdinand, on the other hand, ate with great relish.

Making empty promises is also a skill.

For Ferdinand now, Yang Fan's promises are realistic, and he has no choice but to accept them.

In Yang Fan's previous life, the 35-year-old Ferdinand even took the initiative to approach Wenger, giving a long list of reasons and volunteering to join Arsenal, but was rejected by Wenger.

It's easy to see that, given the choice, he would prefer to stay at Manchester United rather than take a significant pay cut to join a team like Queens Park Rangers.

Even if it means staying and sitting on the bench.

……

Northeast corner of Old Trafford stadium, hotel construction site.

According to the original construction schedule, the hotel was planned to be officially opened before the start of the new season.

But judging from the current progress, it's already too late.

Besides funding issues, the repeated obstruction from Manchester United officials also played a significant role.

Inside the construction gate of XX Construction in China, Giggs, Scholes, Nicky Butt, and Phil Neville, all wearing hard hats, were inspecting the construction site.

At the same time, they began to discuss in earnest how to launch a publicity campaign.

This might be a headache for others, but it's really not difficult for the Class of '92 players.

"I've already contacted the Manchester Evening News, and they'll be publishing a report every week, focusing on the food aspect."

Giggs's proposal was unanimously approved by Scholes and the other two.

With the network of contacts they've built up over the years playing football, they can easily acquire various marketing resources.

For example, grant them an exclusive interview, or comment on the current state of Manchester United.

As the four were discussing, a Bentley drove up from a distance and stopped directly outside the construction gate.

"Gary?" Phil Neville immediately recognized it as his older brother's car.

The next moment, Gary Neville got out of the car angrily.

"Shouldn't you be in London right now? Why are you back?" Giggs was also surprised.

Gary Neville spat angrily, "That damn Chinese newbie is a piece of trash!"

"What's wrong?"

Did he upset you?

"What did that bastard do?"

Everyone asked questions one after another.

Gary Neville, seething with anger, cursed, "He actually had his lawyers sue me for defamation and racial discrimination, and even reported me to the FA! What the hell!"

"Sue? Report him? On what grounds?" Giggs was also taken aback.

"Exactly, you're a commentator, what did he report about you?"

"Does this bastard want to die?"

Gary Neville snorted twice. "I just accidentally said something wrong while commentating on the Manchester derby, and he's been holding a grudge ever since, filing lawsuits and filing reports against me."

"And then?" Giggs realized something was wrong.

Sky Sports has temporarily suspended my commentary contract so I can focus on this lawsuit!

"FXXK!" Phil Neville cursed angrily.

He lost his job because of Yang Fan.

Now, even my older brother has lost his job.

That's a complete bastard!

"I was originally in talks with the BBC about commentating on the World Cup, but that's been cancelled now. They're saying they're considering having Ferdinand do it instead."

The other four students in Class 92 looked even more displeased after hearing this.

Players like Ferdinand, Carrick, and Rooney played for Manchester United for many years, and were considered teammates who fought alongside them, and were all English.

But there are always degrees of closeness and distance in everything.

In the eyes of Gary Neville and others, Class 92 were their closest kin.

Everyone else was separated by a partition.

"What did the lawyer say?" Scholes was the first to realize the trouble ahead.

"We're still figuring out the situation, but it's not good."

"So what exactly did you say?" Giggs asked curiously.

Gary Neville hesitated for a moment, then waved his hand, "It was just a casual joke."

"This is outrageous!" Phil Neville was also furious.

When Moyes was in charge, he treated them all very politely.

Now that Yang Fan has come up, he's ready to beat and kill them, and he's always threatening to sue them or call the police.

Do you really think Class 92 is made of clay?

"We can't let this go, we need to teach him a lesson!" Phil Neville suggested.

"How so?" Gary Neville looked at his brother.

"We'll give them a gift since they're playing at home again on Saturday!"

Then Phil Neville shared his thoughts.

After hearing this, Giggs and the others were full of praise.

"That's a great idea! Let him embarrass himself in front of fans all over the world, wouldn't he be so angry he'd die?"

"Just do it!" Gary Neville said fiercely.

Yang Fan, you bastard, let's see how cocky you are on Saturday!

……

After their 3-1 victory over Manchester City on Wednesday night, Manchester United spent Thursday and Friday recovering and adjusting.

This time, the Manchester United coaching staff did not follow the schedule of two matches a week when making the plan.

Instead, the competition is held once a week.

Their target is Camp Nou next Wednesday.

In Yang Fan's view, the Manchester derby is the last important match of the Premier League season.

After the 3-1 victory, he has now secured his position as manager of Manchester United.

The next most important thing is the Champions League.

Try your best to persevere to the end and get a better score—that's the bonus question!

The players also noticed some clues from the team's daily training.

Therefore, by Friday morning, some media outlets began reporting that Manchester United would make extensive rotations in Saturday's match.

Some media outlets, including the Manchester Evening News, have even named the specific starting players.

This further confirms Yang Fan's earlier warning.

There is indeed a mole in the Manchester United dressing room.

But none of that matters anymore.

He was practically playing his cards open for Saturday's game against Aston Villa.

Therefore, when Mike Ferran represented Yang Fan at the pre-match press conference on Friday afternoon and announced the 18-man roster, there was almost no suspense.

For example, Vidic returned to the starting lineup after his suspension.

Surprisingly, Robin van Persie and Rio Ferdinand were not included in the squad, but two young players, left-back Raheem Butner and center-back Michael Keane, were.

Yang Fan plans to make significant rotations to field a depleted squad against Aston Villa, who are currently 12th in the Premier League.

On Saturday morning, before the match even started, the British media began hyping it up.

Manchester United are going to lose at home again!