After the start of the new season, the whole of English football did not expect that the two teams that would be in the limelight would be Manchester United and Millwall, except for a classic game, in the last stage before the transfer window closed, Manchester United wanted to buy Larsson and Trezeguet in England.

Defending champions Blackburn's first game in the new season was just an underwhelming goal win over an underdog like Queens Park Rangers.

Arsenal, who are looking for a resurgence, drew 1-1 with another promoted team, Middlesbrough, in Highbury.

Reds Liverpool beat Sheffield Wednesday by a narrow goal.

And so on, these games seem to be unattended.

And hovering over England, there are only two names.

Manchester United, Millwall.

Manchester United, Millwall

The day before the second round of the league, Millwall's regular official press conference saw a noticeable increase in the number of journalists in attendance, and many major newspapers joined in.

For the first time, Aldridge brought two players to the press conference: Larsson and Trezeguet.

When playing in League One, Aldridge appeared alone, after all, the level of attention is low, and most reporters are not interested in spending pen and ink to understand the voice of the players.

But now it's different, Millwall is based in the Premier League, and there are stars in the team, at least Manchester United's offer is at the star level.

The reporters cheered up, their eyes shining.

Millwall have been slow to respond, and now appear at the press conference with two players, and it seems that the time has come to decide.

Whether it's a promise to transfer, a farewell ceremony for both players, or a refusal, it's big news.

Aldridge sat down and said lightly into the microphone: "On Monday morning, Manchester United officially asked Millwall to buy two players in the team, and after consultation with the players, Millwall FC fully respects and supports the selection of players. ”

Hearing Aldrich's opening remarks, the reporters were shocked, listening to this tune, it seems that Millwall's two strikers can't be retained!

Aldridge turned his head and smiled at Trezeguet.

Trezeguet leaned into the microphone and said: "I came to Millwall a year ago, I love it, the boss has helped me a lot, he has given me trust and support, and I've had good results here, but that's not enough, I want to achieve more here, I'm not interested in moving to Manchester United." ”

Trezeguet is young in the end, and he said it to death, it is estimated that his words will reach Manchester, and even if the arrogant Manchester United appreciates him again, he will not move the idea of introducing him in the future.

There was an uproar in the audience.

This kid is crazy enough!

Not interested in a traditional giant like Manchester United?

How many clubs in the world can be in your eyes?

Reporters couldn't help but think of the past when Ferguson brought in Gascoigne, the seemingly clumsy genius who was tempted away by the big house sent by Tottenham, and then went to the world's first league, Italy

Trezeguet's refusal made reporters lick their lips like they had smelled a bloody shark, and it was headline.

If he said yes.

Then the headline is nothing more than a script that almost everyone can guess: the French rising star throws himself into the arms of the Red Devils.

It's just normal.

But if you refuse, it's different.

"Trezeguet said to Ferguson: No! I'm not interested in Manchester United! ”

This kind of title can attract attention!

Trezeguet sat up straight after saying that, a little heartless.

Larsson then went on to speak: "Manchester United is a well-known club in England, they have legends, they also have a glorious history, but also have a well-known inspirational story, thank you Manchester United for appreciation, I think being favored by Manchester United is also a disguised affirmation." However, I had a great time at Millwall, I enjoyed the football with the boss, there was a great team and a great atmosphere to stay, and I think it was a decision I would never regret. ”

Larsen's words are very tactful, and refusal will not become offending anyone, causing unnecessary controversy.

The reporters in the audience worked hard to write and nodded affirmatively.

yes, you should say no to Manchester United!

Let the unbeatable Manchester United be deflated, this is what to see, cool, Millwall, we love here, we will never be unemployed if we live here!

After the two players expressed their positions in person, Aldridge spoke again: "This is the end of the rumors about the transfer, I believe you also know, Tottenham and Leeds United have also made a request for several players in the Millwall team, we rejected those offers, at the same time, I will only say once here, Millwall's transfer period is over, there will be no players coming, no players will leave, please other clubs do not come to harass us again, the season has begun, our focus is on the field." Do you have any questions about tomorrow's game? ”

Now it is not only the tabloids that come to interview Millwall, but the reporters of the big newspapers have priority in terms of seniority.

The Times' David Miller raised his hand to ask.

"Mr. Hall, because of history and tradition, there hasn't been much conflict between Millwall and Arsenal, but tomorrow's game, after all, is Millwall's historic first Premier League derby, Arsenal lost to Millwall in the FA Cup last season, it was at the Lions' Den Stadium that Arsenal lost, and then the meritorious manager Graham stepped down, will this be one of the highlights of the game? What do you think of Arsenal now? ”

Aldridge smiled and shook his head: "No, let me correct it, Graham was sacked, not because he lost the game, but because he was entangled in lawsuits, and the FA also banned him from continuing to coach the team, and Arsenal could not have been without a manager for a year, so he left Highbury." I think the Millwall fans will enjoy a great game at the Lion's Den, it is indeed a local derby, Arsenal want to beat us, we want to beat Arsenal, the focus will be on the battle on the field, they are the traditional giants of England, and Millwall, interested, no, have the ambition to challenge the strong, it is a good growth experience for us. Graham left Arsenal, but it did not eliminate the impact on Arsenal, Arsenal is still a strong team, last season they almost defended the European Cup Winners' Cup is a good proof, the new season, they keep the main squad from last season, and also bring in Bergkamp and Pratt such excellent players who have both strength and experience, they are stronger than last season, and I also believe that coach Bruce Leoci will try to declare Arsenal's strong rebound at the Lion's Den Stadium! ”

A strong rally?

Reporters looked at each other, Arsenal were the same at home as Manchester United in the first round, and failed to win the promotion team.

But those who have watched the game know that Millwall and Middlesbrough are not a team of the same grade, Manchester United and Millwall played earth-shattering, but Arsenal and Middlesbrough played a dull 1:1 draw, there are few opportunities for both sides, and Arsenal does not let people see the signs of recovery!

The Daily Mail's Richard asked: "Aldridge, are you saying that Leoch will try to storm the Devil's Den Stadium in League One last season?" But Arsenal are not good at attacking! ”

Aldridge asked rhetorically, exaggeratedly: "Will Arsenal tell the whole world that as the traditional giants of England and the most successful club in London's history, they have come to the home of the promoted horse and have no idea of winning?" If this is the case, then I am very happy, so that Millwall can proudly declare: Arsenal are afraid of Millwall, and London will be the same status as North Arsenal and East Millwall! Of course, this is not possible, Arsenal are kings, how can they give up the belief in winning? ”

The atmosphere at the press conference became lively, the reporters had a smile on their faces, and Richard, who asked questions, grinned and began to write news keywords in his notebook.

As a journalist who followed Millwall at the start of last season, Richard is all too familiar with Aldridge's style.

This is the prelude to the agitation.

Arsenal come to the Lion's Den Stadium, do you dare to attack? Do you dare?

Don't you dare to be the turtle grandson, afraid of Millwall.

Dare to attack it wildly?

Hehe, what did Millwall rely on to make a name for themselves last season?

Professionally speaking, it is a defensive counterattack, and in layman's terms, it is a sprint sprint that runs faster than a defender!

After the news appeared, Leoch didn't know what Lu Dao thought, anyway, it must be difficult to ride a tiger.

The press conference ended with a happy ending.

Journalists got better news than expected, and Aldridge also made England's two traditional giants depressed.

Manchester United waited for a new star to come but to no avail, and Arsenal are trying to transform "dull football" into "beautiful football", and Viche has a headache to face the brightest team of the new season, and it is a local derby.

Aldridge is all according to the plan, playing Manchester United is a good game, but not complacent, the league continues, football is an endless sport, there is no real sense of the peak, just look at what kind of great achievements the participants will create, let the latecomers chase and catch up.

In the pre-match tactical meeting, Aldridge was as serious as ever, analyzing the opponent, the specific tactical arrangement, and the players listened carefully.