In the UK, newspapers are mainly divided into two categories, serious and improper.

Serious newspapers such as the traditional three major British newspapers, The Times, The Guardian and The Independent, are generally broad-based, wide-ranging, and standardized. And the most serious thing is actually the so-called British tabloids that people are most familiar with, the more famous ones are the "Sun" and the "Daily Mirror", the short length and concise language are the characteristics of these tabloids, but at the same time, the content is definitely not strict, sensationality is their pursuit, so because a report to send an apology letter is a common thing for these newspapers.

However, compared with the Spanish newspapers, which are strictly biased, British newspapers are generally more neutral in football reporting, and those who are biased are often those columnists, although the phrase "only represents personal opinions, and has nothing to do with the views held by this newspaper" will be noted by each newspaper, but if the other party is really annoyed, the newspaper will not be able to get rid of the involvement. Of course, the neutrality of newspapers is also relative. It is understandable that some newspapers with strong colors in some places are biased. For example, in the Manchester Evening News, if Manchester United profit from the game against Liverpool, you can't expect them to blame Manchester United.

It is worth mentioning that as the largest local newspaper in the United Kingdom, the Manchester Evening News is far fairer than the "Marca" towards Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid in its attitude towards the two teams in the same city, Manchester United and Manchester City.

Wayne Clarke came to the press conference room at the City Stadium early today, because there will be a late press conference for Manchester City today, and the content of the press conference is to introduce Manchester City's new head coach Linsen, but Wayne is not here to compete with many peers for the opportunity to ask questions, because according to the Manchester Evening News and Manchester City FC's cooperation agreement. He'll have an exclusive interview, albeit not for long.

Since Manchester City moved their home stadium from Maine Road, although the place is still a little remote, I have to admit that the facilities of the stadium are indeed different from before, and from the perspective of reporters, just this press conference hall, which looks like a university classroom and can accommodate hundreds of reporters, makes every reporter who comes here feel happy.

At two o'clock in the afternoon, the press conference was held on time. Almost all the media who could come came, and the press conference was also in order, and Linsen attended the press conference with Manchester City CEO Gary Cook and football director Brian Marwood, Gary Cook made an opening remarks to introduce Linsen, by the way, he praised Linsen's work in Malaga, and then when it was Linsen's turn, Linsen thanked everyone who could thank him, including his former club Malaga.

Then, the press conference entered the question session.

At the MA Bar. The TV screen above the counter was broadcasting the press conference of Manchester City's new manager, and as the reporters on the screen asked Linsen questions one by one, the fans in the bar began to talk.

What formation will Manchester City play in the new season, what style will they play, and what recruitment plans will they have......

The first half of the press conference can be said to be a topic that repeats the same old tune. Regarding the transfer issue that the media is most concerned about, Lin Sen's answer is not new, which is not to blame him, although Manchester City's transfer plan has been formulated. But the transfer work has not really begun, and in order not to affect the upcoming transfer, Lin Sen has to pretend to be deaf and dumb and take business seriously.

And the second half of the press conference. The mood finally changed somewhat, as the reporters' questions began to touch on some sensitive topics.

For example, the inevitable derby in Manchester, Sir Alex Ferguson said in an interview that he didn't know who Lin Sen was, which is not a friendly remark no matter how you look at it, when asking this question, the reporter who has long been clear about Lin Sen's deeds in Spain obviously hopes that Lin Sen can make some surprising responses, but Lin Sen's reaction to this is only a smile, and then lightly replied: Obviously I can't say that I don't know Ferguson, but I think Ferguson always wants to know me.

Lin Sen's flirtatious answer obviously did not satisfy the reporter, and a reporter from The Sun added firewood: What do you say about Manchester United's captain Gary Neville who thinks you are not worthy of Manchester City?

Lin Sen raised his eyes and looked at the reporter, and when he knew that the other party was from The Sun, Lin Sen's face did not change: "I don't think Gary Neville would say such a thing, but I can answer your question, work for me, there is only the right and the unsuitable, not worthy of the unworthy." It was a fitting opportunity, so I'm going to sit here now. As for what others think, that's their freedom. ”

……

This is what the Spanish media call a "thorny coach"? It's not like that at all.

Wayne looked at Lin Sen, who was sitting on the stage and looked like usual in the face of various questions from reporters, and was a little surprised in his heart. Since Mourinho left the Premier League, it was not the Chelsea fans who first felt uncomfortable, but the British media, so many media have a lot of "hope" for Linsen, who is very similar to Mourinho in both coaching style and acting style.

But now, when we meet for the first time, there is no "God first and I am second", there is no "I am a special one", and the Chinese coach in front of me is the same as the Chinese in my impression, humble and polite, and it can almost be said that the wind is outrageous.

So, when the press conference ended, Wayne finally waited for the opportunity to have a face-to-face interview with Lin Sen, and his first words were: "That's not you, is it?" ”

Wayne doesn't know why he asked such a sentence, maybe in his heart he is the same as his peers, hoping that there will be a person like Mourinho in the Premier League, who can break the Premier League pattern by himself, look at the traditional top four managers of the Premier League, Manchester United's Ferguson, Arsenal's Arsene Wenger, Liverpool's Benitez, plus Chelsea's Ancelotti, except for Ferguson's occasional seniority who dares to laugh and scold in front of the media, other managers, You don't even want to find the word "interesting" in them.

Lin Sen looked at the reporter in front of him with interest, in his early forties, a little bowed, and his tone of voice was with a strong British tone, he knew that the "that" in Wayne's mouth referred to himself at the press conference.

"Why do you ask?"

"Because of Spain. That's not what they say about you. ”

"So what do you think I should have said at the press conference, or go toe-to-toe with Ferguson?"

"Uh...... I guess, at least not like it was. ”

"Then you're wrong, Mr. Clark." Lin Sen spread his hands, "No one likes to get into trouble, including me. Today is just an inconsequential press conference and whatever I do will not affect City's results for the new season and it will not give me some confidence in the new season. So, why bother? ”

I see.

Wayne finally understood why Linson was so "abnormal". In the final analysis, the positioning of this press conference on both sides is not the same at all, and the media sees this press conference as a "declaration of war" for the new season of the Premier League, however, this press conference is irrelevant in the eyes of Lin Sen, so it is insignificant.

Thinking of this, Wayne breathed an inexplicable sigh of relief in his heart, because this at least proved that his judgment of Lin Sen was not all wrong. It doesn't matter this time, but what about the next time?

"So, isn't this interview of mine irrelevant?" As soon as he relaxed, Wayne made a joke.

"Nope. You're different. Lin Sen shook his head with a smile, then pointed his hand to the outside and said, "Those people outside." No matter what I say or do, I can't expect them to say anything good for me. You can't even expect them to tell me what I have to say, but you're different, you're a co-journalist for the club, the Manchester Evening News is a Manchester's newspaper, in other words, we have a foundation of trust and I want to be able to trust you. ”

"Of course, Mr. Coach." Hearing Lin Sen's words, Wayne said.

"Now, then, you can ask questions, Wayne."

Realizing the change in Linsen's title, Wayne took a deep breath and began to sort out his questions in his mind, obviously, those public questions at the press conference can no longer be asked, and the questions he wants to ask must be those that others have not asked, the fans really care about, and Linsen can answer.

"May I ask about the transfer?" Wayne took the lead in probing, because obviously the transfer is the most concerned thing for fans, but he also knows that for the transfer, Lin Sen is unlikely to reveal.

"It's better not to." Sure enough, Lin Sen shook his head with a smile.

Wayne nodded, not dwelling, and then quickly asked another question.

'There have been rumours lately that Robinho might leave Manchester City for Barcelona, and in fact, there have been rumours since January. My question is, did Manchester City really get Barcelona's offer for Robinho? If not, what role will Robinho play in the team for the new season? ”

Manchester City's number one star, undoubtedly, is also the main concern of the fans.

"There aren't any offers for Robinho at the moment, at least, as far as I know. As for the role, I can only say that Robinho's position may change a little in the new season, but his position in the team will depend on his appearance, which is the same for all the players. ”

Change of location? Status depends on the table xiàn? Wayne's heart moved, what is the difference between this and directly announcing that Robinho is no longer a privileged player for Manchester City?

"Is this a decision made by you and Robinho?" Soon, Wayne asked.

Because, if Robinho agrees with what Lin Sen just said, then, of course, there is no problem, but Lin Sen's answer quickly ruled out this possibility.

"No, actually, I haven't spoken to him yet."

In other words, this is Linsen's decision alone, and can Manchester City FC really support Linsen's decision?

That's not what all Manchester City fans want to hear, Wayne thought, but this is not the time for him to think about the City fans, time is limited, and he has to hurry up and ask the next question.

Then, the questions that Manchester City fans were most concerned about were asked, and Lin Sen also answered them one by one until the end of the interview.

"One last question, Mr. coach, we all know that Manchester City invested a lot in the transfer market last season, but Manchester City only finished seventh last season, so what will be City's goals this year?"

"Champion!"

Lin Sen's final answer was the same as his previous answer, with a calm expression. (To be continued......)

PS: Sorry, this chapter is a little late.