Chapter 059: Yang Fan's Future (I)
Yang Fan and Michael. Baker had a meal together, and Mr. Agent left, and he still had a lot of details to deal with, such as how to negotiate with Newcastle, how to help Yang Fan get a good new contract, etc.
Yang Fan went to the stadium bar by himself. Today is the day he works part-time as a bartender.
It's just that when he works today, he is always distracted. He has not yet been able to fully digest the news that he could be sent on loan to Wolfsburg.
On the one hand, there is a vision for the future, and there is also a little reluctance, he has lived in Newcastle for more than a year, has a certain feeling, all the time, to be able to play for the first team of Newcastle, is his dream, he likes the city, he looked up at these big drinks, lively fans, a little distracted. He liked these guys, and the gang of good guys who drank heavily, applauded loudly, and cursed loudly were his first supporters. This kind of bar culture and football culture in the United Kingdom makes Yang Fan, who is in contact with this culture for the first time, like it very much.
Some people may wonder that Yang Fan has only been in Newcastle for more than a year, and he actually has feelings for the city.
In fact, Yang Fan really likes it here, or let's dig deeper, he likes this city, not only because he already has his own friends here, but also most importantly, this city, which makes him feel the frenzy of football!
This is his first place of residence abroad after leaving the country, and it is the first stop for him to pursue his dream, the attitude of the city towards football, the attitude of the fans towards football, and the perfect measures of the club, as well as some very humane actions for the fans, which makes this young man who works hard for his football dream very much.
It's a real football-like atmosphere!
It's often said that "a successful team has to have good fans behind them," and for Newcastle United, this is true. Although I dare not say that this "magpie" has the most fans, it is certain that these fans are the most loyal and the most lovable.
Yang Fan works part-time as a bartender at the stadium bar at St James' Park, which gives him the opportunity to get up close and personal with these fans.
Every Newcastle home match day, people need to come to the stadium three hours in advance, although according to the rules, only an hour before the game fans can enter with a ticket, but there are always some die-hard fans wearing Newcastle jerseys who have been wandering outside the stadium before the stadium staff arrive, although they can't enter the stadium, but buy a game magazine, a hot dog, find a clean place to sit on the floor, while eating, watching, It's also a pleasure to wait, or simply head to the stadium bar for a drink or two to warm up for the upcoming game, moisten your throat, and get your emotions into the groove ahead of time.
A black and white hat, a black and white jersey, and a black and white scarf, this is the standard attire for Newcastle fans. Whenever there is a home game of the team, Newcastle fans dressed like this will drag their families to St James' Park, some are couples, some are fathers and sons, and some even have three generations of grandparents and grandchildren come to watch the game together, which can be described as a loyal "second and third generation of Magpie fans".
It is worth mentioning that Newcastle Football Club also has a "JuniorMagpiesClub" for young fans to watch the game in the best position on the seventh floor of the stadium. It is not difficult to understand why St. James' Park, which can only accommodate 52,000 fans at a time, has an attendance rate of 52,400~52,600 people.
In addition, the municipality also attaches great importance to football. In order to make it easier for fans to watch the game, the city of Newcastle even extended the subway to the side of St James' Park. From the subway entrance to the ground, it takes less than five minutes to enter the stadium. Whenever there is a ball game, the sight of fans taking the subway from all over the world and flocking to the stadium is spectacular.
There are also a number of distinctive decorations in the station, such as photos of Newcastle club's former stars displayed at the exit of the station, as well as the signatures and handprints of current Newcastle players. It is said that the day after the wall of these signatures and palm prints was inaugurated, Newcastle flag star Allan. Shearer's footprints and signature were missing, causing a sensation at the time, with speculation that it was a certain Alain. Shearer's fanatical fans created the theft.
In the end, even the police did not find out who took the commemorative brick, and finally had to ask Alain. Shearer helped to make a new piece and filled it in. It became an off-field anecdote that season.
In addition, Newcastle fans are considered to be the most loyal and tolerant of their teams in the Premier League.
"Yang?" a voice pulled him out of his thoughts for a moment.
"Boss?" Yang Fan looked up at Beardsley, the boss who was wiping a wine glass, and the boss was looking at him, frowning, "Yang, what's wrong with you today?"
"Uh, nothing, boss. Yang Fan said.
Yang Fan's lie was ruthlessly exposed by the boss. "Don't lie to me, boy, the expression on your face says a thing, let's say, are you in trouble?"
Yang Fan subconsciously shook his head, however, looking at Beardsley's concerned gaze, the young man who was a little excited and a little hesitant nodded again, "Yes, boss, I do have some" He didn't know how to describe his current mood, so he said bluntly, "Boss, I may have to leave Newcastle?"
"What's wrong?" asked Beardsley in surprise, he also had a phone call with his old friend Kenny Washington yesterday, he still knows more about Yang Fan's current situation, and is very happy for Yang Fan's excellent performance, Kenny Washington also said that the first team manager Rod has considered promoting Yang Fan to the first team.
In this case, why is this young man worried, why is he leaving Newcastle? Beardsley remembered one thing, Kenny Washington once mentioned that Arsenal's chief scout and sporting director Steve Raleigh had been to the scene to observe Yang Fan, and it was obvious that Yang Fan's appearance had also attracted Arsenal's attention, could it be that Arsenal had begun to contact Yang Fan, and even sent an invitation to Yang Fan?!
I'm afraid that's the reason. Beardsley nodded, it was obvious that Arsenal's invitation had made the young man a little excited, but he was a little hesitant to leave Newcastle, so he was worried here.
Newcastle's influence is still not as attractive as Arsenal's. Beardsley sighed in his heart, he was not angry at Yang Fan's invitation to Arsenal, but he was a little emotional, everyone has their own choice, Arsenal or Newcastle This choice question, I believe that many people's first choice will be the former.
It's just that such a good young man can't wear a Newcastle shirt to make a contribution, which makes Beardsley very helpless and a little disappointed.
"Yang, no matter what you do, you just need to remember one thing, your choice is in line with the direction of your dreams, that's fine! You don't need to look ahead and backward, young man, you have to be energetic! That kind of bold and vigorous Yang is the young man I know. Beardsley patted Yang Fan on the shoulder.
Now it was Yang Fan's turn to be surprised, he hadn't said anything about going to Wolfsburg, and the boss knew about it?
"Boss, if I go to Germany, I'm afraid it will be difficult for you to find another capable guy like me. He laughs.
"Huh, Germany?" Beardsley looked at Yang Fan in surprise, "Isn't it Arsenal?"
"Arsenal, what does this have to do with Arsenal?" Yang Fan asked with his mouth wide open.
"Don't bother with Arsenal yet. Beardsley waved his hand, "You just said Germany, what's going on?"
"My agent will apply to the club tomorrow to send me on loan to Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga. Yang Fan said.
"Wolfsburg on loan. Now it was Beardsley's turn to be confused.
"That's right, it's a loan. Yang Fan said, and then he explained it to Beardsley, explaining the reason for the incident.
"That's the way it is, I'm afraid I won't get my labor certification within the memorial, so I won't have the chance to play in the first team. So, my agent and I both thought it would be bad for my growth and future, so we considered asking the club to leave on loan. And Wolfsburg are willing to give me a chance, and they will ask Newcastle to take me on loan. Being able to play in the first team is my most pressing goal right now. ”
Beardsley was relieved to hear what was going on, but fortunately it was only a loan, not a transfer. If Yang Fan were to leave Newcastle, that would certainly not be what Beardsley would want to see. Yang Fan is a young man he has found and is optimistic about, and as a legend of Newcastle, Beardley is naturally more willing to see Yang Fan play for Newcastle.
Now, Yang Fan is just applying for a loan loan to another team to get more opportunities to play, which is something that Beardsley can understand and accept.
Damn labor certification. Bills tapped the table with two fingers, and indeed, as Yang Fan said, he can't get a labor certificate now, and it is impossible for him to play any official games for the Newcastle first team. Only temporarily on loan out, exercise and improve yourself. Beardsley frowned, Yang Fan's labor certification problem has been ignored by everyone, Yang Fan has been here for more than a year, and he has a very good relationship with everyone, everyone even forgot that this is a Chinese young man, and Yang Fan at that time looked like it would be difficult to enter the first team for a while, so naturally no one would think of the problem of 'labor certification'.
"It's also a good option to be able to go out on loan and get more games. Beardsley nodded, "Wait until you meet the requirements to apply for a labor certification before going back to Newcastle." I'd love to see you play at St James's Park. He laughed, handed the wine to the waiting drinkers, and then turned his head to look at Yang Fan: "If you can go to Wolfsburg to play, it's a good thing." I believe that after the training of the Bundesliga, you will improve a lot. Don't think too much about it, it's useless, prepare well, no matter where you play, it's not easy to play famously. ”
The boss's enlightenment made Yang Fan firm in his heart, he actually had a decision a long time ago, and he naturally knew that going to Wolfsburg was a rare opportunity for him. It's just that the young man lacks an elder who can enlighten him. It is not easy for him to work hard abroad alone. It was at this time that Beardsley played the role of a father, who had always cared about him, solved his doubts, and helped him.
Yang Fan was firm and much more cheerful, and he smiled at the boss: "Thank you, boss, I'm fine." ”
Seeing him laugh, Beardsley patted Yang Fan on the shoulder, "Before this matter is finally reached, don't talk to people casually." ”
Yang Fan stiffened his neck and said with a smile, "Boss, you are not an outsider. I've always treated you like my elder. ”
Beardsley loved to hear this, and he smiled happily. It's also a sense of accomplishment to see young people who you look forward to and who have always been concerned and helpful.
The next day, Newcastle first-team manager Rod received a phone call from Yangfan's agent, Baker.
"Mr. Baker, if you still insist on the price you said, we really can't continue to negotiate. Of course, one thing we can confirm is that Young is part of the team's plans for the future and we are bullish on him, however, that doesn't mean we can accept an outrageous price. Rod said.
"Mr. Rhodes, please don't be too busy refusing just yet. "My main purpose in calling this time was not to talk about a contract extension, I am now formally requesting a loan out of the club on behalf of my players. ”
"What??," Rod exclaimed. Can he not be surprised, in his plan, it has been decided to bring Yang Fan to the first team, Rod believes that Yang Fan's ability to grab points can provide new options for Newcastle's attack, and now it is good that the player's agent actually made a loan request?
What does this mean? Is this a form of coercion to demand the renewal of a 'big contract'?
"Mr. Baker, I am very angry at you for this behaviour, and Newcastle will not be afraid of blackmail. "Rod was furious, you can't be soft all the time with these agents. When necessary, express your dissatisfaction and anger.
"Mr. Rhodes, I think you're mistaken. Baker's tone was not very good, "If you can help my players get a labor certification and be able to play for the first team of Newcastle, of course I will support my players to stay at Newcastle, you can see that you also appreciate my players, and in this regard, I have a common interest with you." ”
"Labor certification?" Rod stood up in surprise, he suddenly realized something, and at this time, with a squeak, the door opened. He turned to look at assistant coach Nigel Pearson, who had just pushed the door in, covered the microphone and said, "Help me figure something out." Then, he said to the other end of the line, "Mr. Baker, I think we need to have a face-to-face meeting." I'm waiting for you at the training base with Mr. Washington and the youth team. ”
"Of course, I also felt the need. Baker replied, "It's necessary to talk about Young's future." ”
Meanwhile, at Hertfordshire, Arsenal's A.T. Kearney training base, Arsenal's chief scout Steve Raleigh shook his big fat body and knocked on the door of Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger's office