The head coach of the Metz team, Jean. Fernandez (jean_fernandz) is a somewhat balding middle-aged white man who was in sight with Chu Zhongtian and his agent, James. Merry had a smile on his face, just like the sun at this moment, and Chu Zhongtian felt that maybe he would get along well with this head coach.

"Welcome, Chu." Fernandez speaks French, and it seems he doesn't know how to say finally. Fortunately, Mr. Merry was on the side to translate for Chu Zhongtian.

The two shook hands together.

"What do you think of Mace?" After shaking hands, Fernandez asked with a smile.

"It's beautiful." Chu Zhongtian replied.

"Well, I hope you'll enjoy it here." Fernandes nodded, and after the pleasantries, he got to the point: "I watched some of your game footage, especially the game against Chelsea, and I thought you were doing well, so we sent scouts to watch you as well. It's a shame you chose Chelsea instead of us. ”

Chu Zhongtian smiled a little uncomfortably - he had rejected the other party before, but he didn't expect that now he had gone around in a big circle and came to the other party again. What would it be like if Chelsea hadn't been chosen, but had Metz gone straight ahead?

Fate is wonderful.

"Maybe I'll have to say something practical, Chu. While we are optimistic about your potential, you may not be up to the level of playing for the team right now. Because you've been playing and training in amateur teams, I don't know what the level of the ninth tier is like, but I don't think it's going to be better than our French first division, right? ”

This is a bit straightforward, but it is true, Chu Zhongtian nodded.

"You need to train again, I've got some training plans for you, I heard you're fit? So the training content that we give you is mainly to improve your technical and tactical skills, which you need to do seriously. In terms of competition, we started with CFA. ”

James. While translating, Merry explained: "CFA is the second-tier league of teams, which is equivalent to our reserve league in England, although it is a third-tier competition, but it is the reserve team of various first-division clubs, so it is still very competitive. ”

Chu Zhongtian nodded and said, "No problem, sir." I'm at your disposal. ”

Fernandez was very satisfied with Chu Zhongtian's attitude.

"You know we are not a strong team, but we are still very good at developing young people. Metz has a very good eye for scouts, and Mr. Reel strongly recommends you, obviously with your uniqueness. I believe in his vision, and I believe in you. Do a good job, we don't have a superstitious reputation here, even if you are a player from an amateur league, as long as you have the ability, we treat everyone equally. A few days before you, we signed a player who had been playing in the lower leagues but we signed him because we saw his potential and we believe he can shine in Metz. I hope you can be good friends in the future, haha! ”

Fernandez didn't say the name of that person, he waved his hand to let Chu Zhongtian go for a medical examination, and if everything goes well after the medical examination, he will sign a contract.

As at Chelsea, Chu Zhongtian's medical results surprised Metz's team doctors. If Coach Fernandez had only heard that Chu Zhongtian had good physical fitness, now he was sure that Chu Zhongtian's physical fitness had surpassed everyone...... "Just for your physical fitness, I don't think it's a wrong decision to loan you." That's what Fernández said to Chu Zhongtian.

There are no injuries, no hidden dangers, and the height is even three centimeters taller than measured two years ago, from 1.80 meters to 1.83 meters. Chu Zhongtian's body was normal. Even after returning to China, I didn't let my weight regain. This made Chu Zhongtian a little proud, but Fernandez still had something to say in terms of weight.

"The stamina is good, but Chu, you're a little fat."

Chu Zhongtian was surprised, he always thought that his body shape was very good, it was not fat, but strong.

"You're a little bit high in fat, and if you can be leaner, you're going to be more able to fight it. So next we're going to make a special recipe for you, and you have to lose weight. Eighty kilograms is not a no-go for a professional footballer, you need to lose at least four kilograms. At the same time, the content of strength training is added. ”

After the translation, Mei Li also looked at Chu Zhongtian and said to him: "Honestly, Chu." I also think if you can lose a little more weight and look better, then I can help you connect with those clothing sponsors......"

"Okay, I'll lose it." Chu Zhongtian rolled his eyes at his agent and said to the head coach again.

"Then nothing else is a problem...... We're ready to sign up! ”

※※※ signed a contract with the Metz Club, and Chu Zhongtian was told that there was an interview with reporters.

Finally, after signing the contract, there was a reporter interview, and Chu Zhongtian was very much looking forward to it. He wondered for a moment whether he was going to greet French reporters in the French he had just learned.

As a result, when he confronted those reporters, he found that more than 90 percent of them were Chinese journalists...... He even saw Xu Xiaodi squeezing his eyebrows at him inside, Mr. Xu!

Chu Zhongtian is no stranger to Chinese journalists, and it can even be said that there is nothing new about them, and before those reporters open their mouths, he knows what questions they are going to ask.

It's nothing more than 'what it's like to be on loan at Metz' and 'how does a loan move to Metz help compete for a first-team place at Chelsea'.

But this time there is another question: "You are the third Chinese player to join Metz, can you comment on the two compatriots who joined the team before you, Chu Zhongtian?" ”

Chu Zhongtian knew that there were two young Chinese players who joined the Metz junior team before him, but he didn't know the specific situation, and he hadn't seen them play and train.

But he can't say it directly, he has been interviewed by Chinese reporters many times, even if no one teaches him, Chu Zhongtian himself has figured it out, and being honest is not a good habit.

"You're talking about Wang Hao and Jiang Ran, right? We are fellow countrymen, and being able to stay in Metz shows their quality. ”

Chu Zhongtian didn't want to say any more superfluous words, saying too many wrongs.

In the end, a French reporter finally stood up and asked Chu Zhongtian how much he knew about the Metz club.

'It's a very young team and I know Pire is from Metz, so I'm happy to be able to play in a team like that.

In the first interview with a French reporter, Chu Zhongtian did not show exaggerated words, he was a little cautious. He mentions Pire, who used to play for Metz, and you can see a smile on the French journalist's face. Looks like sycophants are going to work anywhere.

The interview lasted only fifteen minutes, and when the time was up, the reporters were invited out of the conference room.

Chu Zhongtian exhaled softly, and Merry looked at him and smiled: "Finally ended a matter." Now you train well, Chu. I'll help you find a house, and the French Teachers' Club will help you get in touch, and I think it will be done in a few days. You should stay in the hotel for the next few days. ”

Chu Zhongtian nodded.

The hotel where they stayed was not too far from the home stadium and training base of Metz, and it was only a five-minute drive by car.

"Buy a map, don't get lost, there are a lot of small streets in Metz." Finally, Mr. Merry reminded.

※※※When the two of them left the Metz Club, Chu Zhongtian met Xu Xiaodi, who was obviously waiting for him, outside.

"I waited for you in Chengdu for half a month, but you didn't come, I didn't expect to meet you here, Mr. Xu." Chu Zhongtian stepped forward to greet him, and then introduced his new economic person to him: "My agent, James. Mr. Merry, who used to be a journalist and is now a career changer. ”

The two shook hands: "Nice to meet you." ”

Then Xu Xiaodi said to Chu Zhongtian: "Hey, what about returning to China...... It's hard to put into words. Anyway, I'm not working at Century New Sports right now. ”

Chu Zhongtian was a little surprised.

"I'm a reporter for Sports Weekly now."

Chu Zhongtian was even more surprised, he always thought that Xu Xiaodi was not pleasing to the eye of "Sports Weekly".

Xu Xiaodi certainly knew what he was thinking. "No way, who can't find a sports newspaper in the whole of China that can compete with Sports Weekly? At least I went to Sports Weekly and got a lot of money, and I still have the opportunity to interview you. ”

He switched to Sports Weekly because Century New Sports did not meet his salary requirements, and not only that, but he also planned to withdraw the news station in London because the cost was too high. A Chu Zhongtian obviously can't save a newspaper, and the news about Chu Zhongtian that Xu Xiaodi dug up for "Century New Sports" can't bring this newspaper back to life. Unless Chu Zhongtian is an influential superstar like Yao Ming, it is possible.

But now he is only a small lotus...... And taking advantage of the fall out between him and "Century New Sports", "Sports Weekly" made a timely move and poached Xu Xiaodi by paying transfer fees and high salaries. Just like when they poached Li Xiang from "Football". At the beginning, Li Xiang was the closest to Milu among all Chinese journalists, and he could always easily get a lot of scoops and insider information.

"Sports Weekly" is optimistic about Chu Zhongtian's future, but their people can't get in, Chu Zhongtian's attitude towards Li Liangcai is always relatively cold, and he doesn't care about his status as the chief reporter of "Sports Weekly" in the UK. Since we can't get close to you, go after the reporter closest to you. This is what Sports Weekly has always done.

Xu Xiaodi became a reporter for Sports Weekly.

"I'll follow and interview you in the future, haha, Xiao Chu!" Xu Xiaodi is very happy, on the one hand, this is exactly what he dreamed of, and on the other hand, there is a lot of salary, which is enough for him to support his family.

"Is your French okay?" Chu Zhongtian felt strange, Xu Xiaodi was clearly a reporter in the UK, and he came to France for an interview, wasn't he afraid of the language barrier?

"Hey, hey." When Xu Xiaodi heard Chu Zhongtian's question, he laughed proudly. "I know a lot of Chinese. Although I am not the most proficient in French, I have no problem coping with everyday conversations. ”

"I really envy you......" Chu Zhongtian sighed. He was still confused about listening to French, and the thought of meeting his teammates tomorrow made him a little worried—but he couldn't understand it, and he wouldn't be ostracized? He didn't want to waste two months fighting Russell for the first time like he did at Wimbledon.

It's an amateur league, you can toss it with him, it's a professional league, if he dares to do that, he will be left out in the cold by the team, and he can't afford to waste two months, and now he can integrate into the team every second.

"Take your time, don't rush. I think you have a strong ability to learn, as long as you want to learn. Xu Xiaodi comforted.

"I'll say hi to you today, and I'll have many more opportunities to interview you in the future. I will not delay you. After Xu Xiaodi said goodbye to Chu Zhongtian and Meili, he left.

"Let's go back, Chu?" Merry suggested.

Chu Zhongtian gladly accepted. Anyway, it's very close, and it's easier than taking a car.

Walking through the quiet streets, Chu Zhongtian suddenly said, "This place is a bit like Wimbledon. ”

Merry laughed: "Still thinking about Wimbledon?" ”

"It's so impressive, I don't think I'll forget it for the rest of my life." Chuzhong Heavenly Dao. "Pre-season training for the new season has begun, I don't know how they are at this time......"

He looked up at the western sky, and there was a white cloud on the other side of the skyline.

It seems that below that white cloud is the King's Ranch, which is Wimbledon.

※※※ In the Wimble Bar, business is still good. Boss John hired two bartenders, and he sat outside chatting with the drinkers.

The two bartenders are also quite good, with quick hands and feet, but everyone's feelings about them are not as affectionate as when they saw Chu Zhongtian. Maybe it will take time.

"I heard that Chu went to France, it seems to be Metz?"

"It's Mace, but where's Mace?"

"It seems to be in the northeast of France."

"That's a long way off......"

Everyone chatted with wine, but the topic was still Chu Zhongtian.

"I wonder what kind of performance he can have?"

"I don't seem to see much news about French football in China......"

"We don't seem to be able to help much."

"Alas, Emily is gone, Chu is also gone, and suddenly I feel a little uncomfortable......" Jackson stretched.

"You can go to America and France to find them, Jackson."

"I still have a wife, children and a job!"

There was a burst of laughter from the crowd.

Boss John sat next to them, watching them talk about Chu, but he didn't get involved. Behind him is a wall full of photographs. Directly above him was Chu Zhongtian and Emily and their group photo.

※※※" Ladies and gentlemen. Our squad is getting more and more formal, the reserve team and the under-14 team have been formed, so we have to be more formal in training. Wimbledon manager John Terry. Eames stood in front of a group of players and waved.

"This summer, we train every Saturday or Sunday morning. We're not playing, we're a team with a goal, and you want to play in the amateur league for the rest of your life? So you all have to ......"

Joe. Shirin didn't listen to what the boss was saying, he looked at the sky in the distance and lost his mind.

Chu went to Ligue 1 Metz, which was the top league...... What an enviable brat!

He was thinking about the time when he drank in the Wimbles bar before the name change, and was asked by Chu if he still wanted to play professional football, and he didn't answer at the time. Now that I think about it, did I honestly say what I thought about at the beginning, and did he want to stand on a higher-level arena now?

Professional Football ...... Now it may have become a dream for him.

Good luck, Chu.

※※※ "Emily! ”

Mom has some annoyed voice in Emily. Stan's ears rang as she quickly piled up a smile, "Yes, Mommy?" ”

"Are you listening? I said tomorrow we're going to visit Mr. Johnson, and he'll take you to meet a couple of directors, and it's only a TV show, but it's not bad to go to a TV show first......" Mom said as she looked at Emily with her memo in hand.

Emily nodded, "No problem, Mom." ”

When her mom lowered her head again and looked at the schedule on the memo, Emily took all the time to wander.

She suddenly thought of the Chinese boy just now.

In fact, she hadn't seen him for almost a month, so why did she feel as if she hadn't seen him for a year? It's as if they've been separated for a long time.

She made a phone call to Wimbles yesterday and learned the latest news from Johan's boss, who had been loaned by Chelsea to Ligue 1 side Metz FC. What kind of team it is, she doesn't know, but she thinks that if she can play in Ligue 1, it must be not bad, right? I wonder if Chu Zhongtian can get a chance to play? And what kind of performance will it be?

He doesn't speak French, he doesn't have anyone around him who can help him, so how can he adapt to life and football as soon as possible?

And also...... France is a romantic country, and girls there are very proactive...... Emily frowned at the thought of this.

"Emily?" Mom's voice rang out again.

"Huh?" Emily came back to her senses and looked at her mother suspiciously, and this time she forgot to smile.

Mom sighed, then put the memo aside in her hand, "I know it's been a tiring few days, but this is to lay the foundation for your future development, Emily." ”

"I know, Mom." Emily smiled again.

Looking at her smile, her mother shook her head: "Forget it, you can rest first, we will talk about something tomorrow." ”

Actually, Emily is not tired, but it is a good excuse. She stood up and kissed her mother on the cheek, "Good night, Mom." ”

"Good night, daughter."

Seeing Emily leave the living room, Mom picked up the memo again and studied it in the light.

She didn't pay much attention to Emily's recent condition, which she thought was due to exertion. She had completely forgotten the Chinese kid who used to make her daughter go to the stadium every week to cheer.

Anyway, there won't be any more stories between him and his daughter, so what's there to forget?

(To be continued)