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"Morning, George. Pen × fun × Pavilion www. ｂｉｑｕｇｅ。 ｉｎｆｏ”

"George, it's a nice day."

"George ......"

When George came to the pitch, everyone greeted him. George has been in Blackburn for so many years, and Blackburn has been his home. Everyone at Blackburn Rovers Club, George can be said to know basically everything.

George also smiled and nodded.

It wasn't until Williams' office that George's face sank. The smile I had just smiled was gone.

"George, you've arrived. Come on in. ”

Williams' hair is now completely gray. Not a single one of Williams' hair was black, and his beard was gray. He looks like an old man in his seventies or eighties. With deep eyes and a tightly furrowed brow, Williams really looks a lot older.

However, the moment he saw George, Williams still smiled.

For George, who was himself and Jack. The coach that Walker brought in, Williams, is quite fulfilling. This is the greatest coach in Blackburn's history.

"George, we're going to get into the new stadium soon. How do you have such an expression. You should be happy and smile like that. Hehe. ”

George could see the bitterness in Williams' smile.

It's been two and a half years since the last FA Cup. It's December 21, 2007.

In two and a half years, the Premier League landscape has changed a lot.

The strong Arsenal has no transfer funds because of the new stadium. Arsenal has also sold important players in the team over the years, and Vieira and Thierry Henry have all left Arsenal. Arsene Wenger is also getting more and more stingy. And Arsenal's results are becoming more and more unsatisfactory.

And Benitez's Liverpool have a very good record in the cup. It's a pity that in the league, it will fall short every time.

Of course, two and a half years ago, Chelsea, the most powerful and arrogant, was still strong. However, Jose Mourinho, who is revered as a god by Chelsea fans, has had a fierce clash with Abou and has moved away from the Premier League.

Now the Premier League is back in Ferguson's world.

Two and a half years ago, among the Premier League powerhouses, Jose Mourinho was the most glamorous. After Mourinho won the Champions League, Abobou offered Mourinho a new five-year contract. And it's the highest salary of a £6 million coach in the world.

At that time, Abu and Mourinho were a perfect match. Everyone is waiting for Mourinho to become Ferguson, Arsene Wenger, George for Chelsea.

Arsene Wenger and George are both absolute centrepieces in their respective clubs. Rafa Benitez has just taken over Liverpool and his results are not too bad.

Only Alex Ferguson is wobbly.

Unexpectedly, two and a half years later, the most glamorous Mourinho has left the Premier League, Wenger and George are worried about transfers, Benitez still has no honor in Liverpool, only the old and strong Ferguson is back.

After six years of lying on the beaten track for Manchester United, Ferguson has finally nurtured his third generation. They regained the Premier League title last season and are in very good form this season. Two and a half years ago, Xiao Xiaoluo, who only knew that he was bored with the ball, has become a hot star in Europe.

Two and a half years is not a long time, but it is not a short time.

It has been four years since the construction of Blackburn's new stadium began in October 2003. There were stumbles and a lot of various things happened. However, the construction of Blackburn's new stadium was finally completed.

Blackburn Rovers have decided that after the 19 rounds of the Premier League, the 20 rounds of the Premier League on December 29 will be played at the new stadium.

That's a big deal for Blackburn.

From then on, Blackburn Rovers would have one of the most luxurious courses in Europe. Blackburn Rovers and Blackburn fans have been looking forward to this day for a long time.

But there was no joy on George's face.

"John, don't lie it to me."

There was no smile on George's face. The expression is very solemn.

"What's the matter?"

"I heard that a loan has arrived, and now the club has no money in its account, right?"

George stared at Williams closely.

Williams' eyebrows curled slightly, but quickly returned to normal. "George, how do you know this?"

George and Williams worked perfectly together at Blackburn.

Williams manages the club's management, George manages the team. Williams never dictates the team, let alone the transfer market. Blackburn's team, from the first team to the academy of all ages, Williams never cares.

Blackburn's transfer department and scouting system are all in George's hands.

Again, George would never interfere in the running of the club. How the club is run and how it develops, George will not ask.

The two of them are in their own hands.

It is only when the two discuss a season's transfer fee that their work intersects.

"John, just tell me if it's true?"

Williams looked at George, and finally nodded slowly. "Where did you know that?" In the end, Williams still didn't give up and asked George.

George sat down on the couch next to him.

"John, there's nothing to keep secret. Everyone outside knows about it, and I heard it from a reporter I know well. ”

George shook his head.

Although George has had a mediocre relationship with many journalists in English football over the years. But after all, in English football for more than ten years, there are still many familiar reporters.

"John, tell me what's going on? How much is the difference? What the hell is the club not doing? ”

Williams nodded, calming George down.

"George, you should know about the surrounding industries that are being developed with the stadium."

George nodded.

Of course George knew that. At the time, Blackburn Rovers didn't just build a stadium. The Blackburn Rovers Club could have built four football pitches on the land they had built that year. Except for a football field, everything on the periphery is developed for supporting development.

The plan is huge.

"Now here's the problem. Originally, we wanted to sell and rent out the properties around the stadium to recycle the funds. But now the sales are far from ideal, not even a fifth of what we expected. So the funding problem is getting worse. ”

George stood up when he heard this.

"Less than a fifth?"

That's a big deal. George didn't know much about the business side of things, but he knew a little. That is, the construction of the whole stadium is completely a big plan, and it is one link after another. None of these links should be allowed to go wrong.

Now the most important part of the process, there is such a big problem.

Only one in five, which is simply .......

"What can the club do now?"

This is what George wants to know most.

Williams was about to speak, when the laughter of a man began to come from outside.

"George, you're here too."

George heard this voice and knew it was Paul. Walker's.

"Paul."

"George, are you talking about moving into the new stadium? George, we finally have a course to match. You're the owner of that stadium from now on. Paul was delighted.

Seeing Paul so happy, George didn't know what to say.

But George couldn't help but ask.

"Paul, let's not talk about that. I heard that the club's finances are now ......"

Paul waved his hand.

"George, the day of great joy does not say these words. And don't worry about those things, that's my business. You can play with confidence. We thought about how we should celebrate when we entered the new stadium. ”

George wanted to say more, but Paul shook his head.

Seeing that Paul didn't want to say it, George could only choke the topic.

………… On December 29, 2007, Blackburn Rovers hosted Derby County.

This is the first time Blackburn's new stadium has been put into use.

The new stadium with a capacity of 80,000 people is magnificent and luxurious. Blackburn Rovers have invested nearly £300 million in this stadium alone.

"This is the first time Blackburn's new stadium has hosted a competition." Morteson commented on the game. "The stadium, after a vote by Blackburn fans, was finally named Jack. Walker Field. This is in memory of former Blackburn chairman Jack Rover. Walker's outstanding contributions. ”

"Jack. The stands at Walker Field are divided into three levels, with 34,303 seats on the lower level, 12,532 seats on the middle level, and 33,165 seats on the upper level. The stadium has a capacity of 80,000 people. The stadium is equipped with two large screens. Not only that, Jack. Walker Field has a roof that can be closed by floating. This is rare in European football. ”

"This is one of the most luxurious football stadiums in the world."

It's really luxurious.

Before the stadium was built, George had been there. But today, for the first time with the team, George still felt a little dazzled.

This is our stadium, this is my stadium.

From then on, it will be the stadium where you will direct the game.

Among the current Premier League teams, Blackburn's stadium is definitely the most luxurious. Only Manchester United's Old Trafford can match this stadium. Others, like Liverpool's Anfield and Chelsea's Stamford Bridge, have nothing to compare with this stadium.

Arsenal's new Emirates Stadium is good, but it only has a capacity of 60,000 people.

However, Arsenal's Emirates Stadium is located in a London stadium where every inch of land is at a premium, and if an 80,000-person stadium is built, maybe Arsenal will not be able to support it at all. Because it's too expensive.

Directing a game on this course for the first time, George was in a good mood.

It's my own place from now on. For a moment George even forgot about money.

Blackburn Rovers arrived much earlier than Derby County. Because Blackburn not only has a game, but before the game, there is a celebration ceremony on Blackburn's side. Regardless, Blackburn has built a luxury course of its own.

It's something to celebrate.

For this celebration, the club invited a lot of celebrities to help out. The stadium with 80,000 people was completely full today. Anyway, it's all Jack. The first game at Walker Field. Everybody wanted to come and see it.

The Blackburn players are also in a good mood. From now on, this will be your home turf. The new stadium also shows the ambition of the team.

Morale was boosted and Blackburn Rovers won 2-0 at home to Derby County.

(To be continued)