"John Williams?" George put down the phone, confused. How did this find himself, he didn't have a little friendship with him.

This man is not a big name in English football, but the one behind him is a very famous person. John Williams is Blackburn boss and representative of the famous steel tycoon Jack Walker.

Blackburn is a real power figure, even if people from other Premier League clubs don't know, but as the manager of Burnley, Blackburn's century-old rival, George is clear.

Now John Williams personally called George, so that George did not understand what he meant for a moment. But George didn't refuse, anyway, the matter in Sweden has been completed, and there is no big problem to meet him.

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"Hello, Mr. Williams." John Williams is a unique looker, although he is not very old, but his beard is gray and gray.

When George arrives in Blackburn, he finds John Williams waiting for George at the door. George walked over with a smile, took off his sunglasses, and held out his hand.

George came to Blackburn this time with his whole body in disguise. Although George has only played one game in charge of Burnley and Blackburn, George is very persona non grata among Blackburn fans. George doesn't have the guts to run rampant in Blackburn, and it wouldn't be a joke to be attacked by an emotional Blackburn Rovers fan or two.

"Hello, Coach Levy. I'm sorry, but I should have been looking for you. "John Williams has all the qualities of an English gentleman, personable, suave, and smiling.

"It doesn't matter." George smiled and shook his head. "Mr. Williams, I don't quite understand what you mean by looking for me." George didn't want to beat around the bush, after all, the identities of the two should not have any intersection.

John Williams has no blame for George's directness. Still maintaining a gentle smile. "Coach Levy, this time it's not just me. There's another person who wants to meet you. ”

George frowned, this nonsensical invitation George was very dissatisfied. Even more dissatisfying is that this invitation is a faux pas. However, Williams's attitude was very pleasant, so George didn't bother to follow in.

It was a relatively upscale hotel in Blackburn, and George followed Williams to the third floor. When I saw the person sitting there waiting for me, I was a little startled. Because sitting there is none other than Blackburn's boss, Jack Walker.

Although Burnley and Blackburn have been bitter enemies for a century, they still have high respect for Blackburn's boss George. Steel tycoon Jack Walker sold his family's steel company in the early nineties for £330 million. Even in the 21st century, Jack Walker is one of the 30 richest people in England.

George was familiar with Jack Walker in his last life, after all, it was the first championship team to pile up money since the establishment of the Premier League, and it was born in Blackburn.

He was a loyal Blackburn Rovers fan throughout his life. In 1986 he was invited to become vice-president of the club and donated money to build a new grandstand at Ewood Park, known as the "Jack Walker Grandstand", now known as the "Riverside Grandstand". Walker also paid for the salaries of two big stars at the time, Adiris and Archibald. Blackburn, who had been in full control of relegation since the winter of 1991, spent £25 million in his first three years in charge, bringing in stars such as Shearer and Sutton for what was then a sky-high price. He then invested £20 million to rebuild Ewood Park and the new Jack Walker Grandstand was born. Walker's key move at Blackburn Rovers was to convince Dalglish to take up the role, and in 1994-95, three seasons after Blackburn's promotion, Dalglish led the team to the top of the Premier League! This miracle is also known as the "Jack-Walker Revolution". In the summer of 2000, Walker, who was revered by fans as "Uncle Jack", passed away, and Blackburn, who had been relegated again, comforted the old man's spirit in the sky with a victory in the promotion battle. Walker also left his last words before his death and will continue to use his assets to help the love of his life, Blackburn.

Before the Indians moved to Blackburn, Blackburn's operating capital had been managed by the foundation left behind by Jack Walker. For such an old man who bothered to work hard for a club, George did not be hostile to him because it was a hostile club.

When he saw George, Jack Walker stood up with a smile on his face and held out his hand. "George, I'm sorry. It should be me visiting you, I hope you don't mind. "Jack Walker has a big voice, and when he speaks, he laughs loudly and boldly.

"Hello, Mr. Walker." George shook Jack Walker's hand.

"George, please be seated." Jack Walker had given up a spot, and George was now puzzled. What is it that Jack Walker deserves to go out and find himself personally.

As soon as George sat down, John Williams poured wine for George. This made George even more flattered, and now George is just a young coach who has just coached the second division. Not to mention that compared to a tycoon like Jack Walker, even compared to Williams, he is in a weak position.

"George, I'm not going to beat around the bush." Jack Walker didn't waste time and got straight to the point. 'Dalglish has resigned as Blackburn Rovers coach and I want you to come over and coach Blackburn.'

George was stunned, Blackburn was in decline last season. But after all, they were the Premier League champions last season, so there are plenty of options for a manager. Many famous coaches will be willing to coach Blackburn, how can they find themselves.

"George, you're young though. But I appreciate your year at Burnley. I know very well about what you do at Burnley, you are very competent. I'm sure you're up to the charge at Blackburn Rovers and your stage shouldn't be in the lower leagues, it's on a wider stage. Jack Walker said to George very seriously.

George looked at Jack Walker in amazement, never expecting that Blake would come looking for him.

However, it is absolutely false to be unimpressed, and Burnley is just a team that has just been promoted to the English First Division. And Burnley's board of directors is clearly reluctant to continue investing, so Burnley's growth is limited.

But Blackburn Rovers are different, as last season's Premier League champions. Although Shearer is gone this year, the championship team is still there. What's more, Blake himself is backed by a tycoon like Jack Walker. As long as you buy in a few players and improve the squad, you will still be a strong contender for the Premier League title.

Being able to coach Blackburn Rovers will certainly take a big step forward in George's coaching career.

Seeing George's changed expression, Jack Walker smiled and continued: "You should have heard that Shearer will be moving to Newcastle. I won't touch a single cent of the fifteen million pounds I sold Shearer. We will definitely wait for a new manager. If George is willing to take charge of Blackburn Rovers, then in addition to Shearer's £15 million, the club are willing to spend another £10 million as your transfer fee for the new season. ”

Jack Walker's words tempted George like the devil, and 25 million pounds was still a huge sum in this era. In the 21st century, especially after Roman Abramovic took charge of Chelsea, a giant club is embarrassed to say that it is a strong team without investing 30 or 40 million pounds a year. But in 1996, it was absolutely rare to be able to spend £25 million in a transfer period.

George fully felt Jack Walker's sincerity, and his heart moved slightly.

But then I thought of Old York and Miranda, as well as former rugby player Burns, Daniel Morrison, who was trained by himself, and Ballack, who gradually became a general. Thinking of them, George found that he was already reluctant to Burnley, reluctant to complete the puzzle of players by himself.

Looking at Jack Walker in front of him, George gathered his thoughts. "First of all, Mr. Walker, thank you very much for the trust you have placed in me. But I'm sorry, I still have a contract with Burnley. And I like Burnley and I'm going to bring Burnley back to the Premier League. This has been my dream since I was a child, and I'm very sorry. ”

"George......" John Williams heard George's answer and was anxious to convince George. But Jack Walker stopped Williams. "George, I respect your choice. But I hope you will give it a good idea of what I suggest, I am very sincere. ”

"I'm sorry, Mr. Walker." Once he had made up his mind, George was ashamed of the hesitation he had just made.

Now that he is at Burnley, he is ready for everything, and as long as the time is right, he will definitely soar. Why go to Blackburn Rovers for the sake of cheapness.

"Yes, George. It's a pity, but I respect your decision. But George I want you to understand when you change your mind and feel free to come to me. "Jack Walker is very bold, and there is no concealment in his expression.

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Just a day later, the Sun's football page featured a headline: "Former Premier League champion's new manager: 28? 》。