After the conclusion of the medical examiner that "he is as strong as a bull", Santiago successfully crossed the medical examination stage and stepped into the love song stadium surrounded by many media.

This winter, the most eye-catching transfer list from Europe's non-mainstream leagues to the top five league powerhouses is none other than two people, Santiago and Arshavin.

When Arsenal officially announced the signing of Russian international Arshavin from Zenit St. Petersburg in the Russian Premier League in the early morning of February 4, although Arsenal's official website did not disclose the specific details of the contract between the two parties, only saying that it was a long-term contract, people can be sure that Arshavin's transfer fee is far more than the 12 million pounds (13.3 million euros) previously stated by the media.

It has to be said that Arshavin's transfer can be called the number one soap opera of this winter - comparable to Kaka's entanglement with Milan and Manchester City, but the final result is different. In the month of actual operation, Arsenal and Zenit have been negotiating, and various news have come and gone. It is reported that the biggest difference between the two sides lies in the transfer fee, from the earliest 8 million pounds to the middle of the 12 million or even 15 million, Arsenal's price increase has never satisfied the Russian Premier League club.

However, although the transfer fee has risen again and again, both Arsenal fans and its manager Arsene Wenger are undoubtedly acceptable and full of expectations. Last season, Arshavin led Zenit all the way to the final of the UEFA Cup and eventually won the cup, and in the following European Championship, the Russian team made a historic semi-final, and Arshavin scored two goals like a rocket, becoming a hot red star in Europe after the European Cup.

In contrast, Santiago here is less popular, looking at the media gathered around him, Santi tried to observe how many TV stations came with the attitude of watching the show. Unfortunately, he did not come to any convincing conclusions, as Santi knew that his resurgence in the Liga had impressed the Villarreal hierarchy and coach Manuel Pellegrini, but not the fans.

No way, compared to the European continent, the Argentine league seems too far away, and he has not been able to show his strengths in the national team, so Villarreal fans have great distrust and suspicion of themselves. What about the many media outlets in such a situation? They may be aware of their changes and growth, but apparently they would prefer to see a player who was not welcomed on the first day of reporting, and only then will there be an eye-catching topic.

At Villarreal's press conference for Santiago, the team's president, Alfonso, gave an enthusiastic speech about the arrival of Santiago and announced in front of many media that the Yellow Submarine will be heading for the title in the next journey, which is a goal that Villarreal will not change this season.

Then there is the statement of the team's coach Manuel Pellegrini, whose appearance has undoubtedly whetted the appetite of the media, after a period of implementing the South American player policy, the results have not been unexpectedly declining, Villarreal has recruited South American players again, and it is also one of the two cores of the current Boca that has spent a lot of money, and in this situation, one must wonder what the Chilean engineers think today.

Is it untenable or is it for some other reason?

At the same time, Riquelme, the stubborn manager, will have a new perspective on that eternal topic?

But this time the people were destined to be disappointed, and Pellegrini was very calm in the face of some off-topic questions from the media, in his words, every player brought in was the result of a deliberate negotiation between the club's top management and the coaching team, and there were no factions or small groups. The arrival of Santiago is for competitive purposes, and people should focus on Villarreal's results and future development, rather than blindly focusing on unnecessary off-field topics, which to some extent can even put unnecessary pressure on the players.

Saying that, the Chilean smiled and turned back to Santiago and asked, "Are you right, Santi!" Oh, I don't think you would contradict your manager in public! “

Pellegrini's little joke naturally caused a good-natured laugh in the audience, and successfully brought the topic back to Santhiago, who was stunned at first, and then immediately said: "Of course, I know this in Argentina!" ”

This is not the first time that Santhiago has spoken to Pellegrini, as the Chilean, who was the head coach of the team, had an in-depth exchange with Santio and the club's hierarchy in a restaurant long before the transfer was confirmed, and it was this exchange that made Santhiago finally decide to sign his name on the transfer contract.

There is no doubt that the prospect planned by Pellegrini is tempting, and the seemingly unattainable dream of winning the La Liga title from Real Madrid and Barcelona has actually been achieved by someone who has already done it, and the Bat Army Valencia and the Super Laco team of the new era have completed this great feat, and his members have naturally risen in value and fame across a whole level.

And to do this as the heart of the team is naturally even more different, the Chilean engineer has a very clear grasp of Santhiago's mind, whether or not Santi will eventually leave the Love Song Stadium, stepping on Real Sa is undoubtedly the dream of every player.

What's more, what more can Villarreal give now?

Speaking of which, one of the people who must be mentioned is naturally Mascalti, one of the big names in Argentine football, who played an extremely important role as a lobbyist in this transfer, and he was also involved in the whole process of signing the contract with Santi. Of course, Santi could not understand this, and Isabella was also very vigilant, but when Mascalti quietly informed Santiago of Pellegrini's new idea, all doubts were solved.

How difficult it is for a single foreign player to compete with Real Madrid, Barcelona and even more continental giants, without huge funds to bring in superstars, but with no ambitions, Pellegrini has only two options under such restrictions. Either continue to maintain this position and do nothing, or complete the change and attack the throne again.

Idleness is not what the Chilean engineer wants, he has been in Villarreal for too long, he has gone from being in the middle and lower reaches to being a strong contender, he has helped the Yellow Submarine complete the essential change, and now, he has to fight for a higher honor. Manuel Pellegrini has proven what he can do and all he needs now is honour.

Looking back at Villarreal's history, the season when the most promising time to challenge for glory was the season.

The answer is obvious, Riquelme is the core, the Spanish players are the skeleton, and the South American players are the wings, Villarreal is undoubtedly the most feared team. There are no too many factions, no more contradictions, and the same culture and language make the team more simple and tacitly integrated.

For such a very aggressive and gorgeous and clear Villarreal, how can Pellegrini, as the head coach and founder, not love, you must know that it is under his leadership that there is the original South American Gang of Love Song Stadium! It's just that in the end, the reason why he didn't get along with the generals and ended regrettably, in Pellegrini's opinion, was that he chose the wrong core.

Riquelme is indeed talented, but he is withdrawn and arrogant, and he has the common problems of South American players, indulgence, which is not what a leader should be.

And now looking at the world football, the players with gorgeous skills at their feet, adapted to the style of La Liga, and cheap are undoubtedly South Americans, so it is not difficult to find that in terms of midfield, it is necessary to be strong and able to play a core role, and not to indulge themselves, there are only a few, among which the cheapest and youngest is of course Santiago.

Isn't it the best choice for a team like AC Milan who has a lot of vision, has played in the star-studded Argentine national team, and has returned to the prodigal son?

An ambitious and vengeful young man who has washed away all the lead and re-landed in Europe is exactly what Pellegrini needs, he does not expect Saint to be the main force at one time, he will slowly give the opportunity, he believes that this time will not be too long. At that time, the backbone of the new South American team will be selected from the new batch of young players in South America to form a new South American gang, which is exactly what Pellegrini is good at, he is a South American coach at heart.

It is conceivable that all this needs the help of Mascalti, and in Pellegrini's opinion, a more perfect Riquelme than Riquelme is enough to help him win the glory he wants.

It's just that Pellegrini doesn't know that what he gets is a player who will eventually be stronger than Riquelme, and Santi's ceiling is more than that.

After learning about the plan from the Villarreal hierarchy, Mascalti and even Pellegrini himself, Santi himself was undoubtedly amazed and excited. He knew he had come to the right place! He never imagined that the Chilean coach would have such a thought in his heart!

Maybe in Pellegrini's heart, even if Santi can't do it, he will try other options, but here it will definitely not work, because this time he will never let the opportunity slip away from him!

Holding his own jersey, the number 8 shirt emblazoned with Santiago as the heart of the team, standing side by side in the spotlight with the team's president, Alfonso, Santi smiled and vowed that this time he would start again from here and become a true top midfielder. He wants to be on his own, to make everyone's doubts and ridicule a thing of the past, and to really take charge of a chaotic and transformative national team.