Chapter 66: The final stage of rapid advancement, the renewal ceremony is officially carried out (asking for a monthly pass)
April 17, King Power Stadium.
“Ohhhhhhh……”
The 34 rounds of the Premier League came quickly, and before the game began, the fans at the scene erupted into a burst of fierce cheers.
It was their first home game since they officially won the Premier League.
In this game, the players and coaching staff of West Ham United still spontaneously stood on the sidelines of the pitch, lined up to welcome the new champions.
On the one hand, it's a club-to-club human touch that they should send their basic blessings to Leicester.
On the other hand, they do admire the opponents they faced at the beginning of the season.
Like Sunderland, who would have imagined that Leicester would be on a hot run this season and eventually win the Premier League?
West Ham United manager Leivan Bilic stood at the front of the queue to congratulate every Leicester player and manager.
"Come on, you guys are the best team."
"I'm following your game and trying to get the Premier League Golden Boot past Kane."
"You've defended really well, French boy, come on, do more for France in the Euros and the World Cup."
"Yufeng, it reminds me of a lot of painful memories, hahaha."
“……”
After a final pat on Chen's shoulder, Bilic walked to the dugout and sat down comfortably to enjoy the game.
They must have no desires, no high or low, and they don't have much desire to win.
Fight against this miracle team after winning the championship again, just enjoy the wonderful performance of your opponent and yourself, and accept who wins or loses.
"The players on both sides seemed very relaxed in this game, and we could even see Chen Yufeng's fancy dribbling appear many times."
"Hahaha, generally speaking, after the age of 30, players have less work under their feet and play more pragmatically."
"But Chen Yufeng doesn't seem to be it, it's good that he is old enough to be here, and he still has this kind of mood."
'Let's take a look at Leicester's chance, Kante passes to Jamie Vardy!'
"Vardy rushed into the box, is Vardy going to continue scoring in consecutive games?!"
"Beautiful! Jamie Vardy scored the goal! Leicester City take a 1-0 lead at home! ”
"He's been in a hot state lately and is attacking the Premier League Golden Boot, it's too strong!"
“……”
On the pitch, Jamie Vardy again extended his right hand and pointed it at the smiling N'Golo Kante.
He rushed to Kante's side, leaned down and carried him on his back and swayed around Leicester's fan area.
Chen Yufeng also looked in a good mood at the moment, and pranked himself from behind the two, putting more pressure on Vardy.
"Plop!"
A sound of falling to the ground sounded, and everyone fell to the ground in unison, embarrassed and smiling at the same time.
"Yufeng, you really don't know how many catties and taels you have." Vardy lay on the ground, looked at the sky and laughed.
"Click!" A reporter on the sidelines filmed this scene again and put it on the front page of the night.
The three Leicester players fell to the ground together, but they all laughed and appeared in front of all the fans.
Vardy, Kante, Chen Yufeng.
If Mahrez is included, these must be the four players they don't want to lose.
At this moment, seeing them so happy and happy together, many people also had a smile on their lips.
[Leicester City beat West Ham United 1-0 at home!] The Premier League points are approaching eighty-five! 】
A report was sent out from here, and more people saw the attitude and strength of this team and liked them.
…………
Seven days later, April 24.
Leicester City's players continue to steam forward with a home to mid-table side Swansea.
It's been a good year for Swansea as well.
After 30 rounds, they are firmly in 10th place in the standings and out of the relegation zone early.
It's a good performance, but it's a little too small compared to Leicester's miracle.
"Congratulations!"
"You're fantastic, but we're not bad this year, hahaha."
'Keep up the good work next season and wish you all the best in your Champions League journey.'
Before the start of the game, the whole Swansea team was still lined up in front of the players' tunnel to send their blessings to the new champions.
With deep admiration on their faces, each player kept clapping their palms and welcoming the champion from the bottom of their hearts.
A season ago, Leicester were in the same situation, and now both teams have been putting in impressive performances this year.
For the Swansea players, they can substitute for the Leicester players, which is why they feel more strongly than other players.
"Beep!"
When the game kicked off, the fans at the King Power Stadium pulled out banners and sang incessantly, all looking forward to the final moment of the cup.
They can't wait!
In this game, the visiting team Swansea first scored a goal from a corner.
But two minutes after the goal, Leicester equalised through Riyad Mahrez for the assist of Drinkwater.
Until the 78th minute of the game, Vardy, who was attacking the golden boot of the season's scorer list, pushed the ball into the empty goal after completing a steal against the Swansea goalkeeper!
Two to one!
Leicester's fighting spirit in the second half of the season was also impressive, and they played a comeback!
“Yeahhhhh……!”
A furious cheer erupted at the King Power Stadium as Vardy, enveloped in the affection of the fans, spread his hands, shouted and rushed towards the corner, before smashing the final kick onto the corner flagstick.
"Click!" The domineering side was re-captured by reporters outside the stadium, and a photo of Vardy kicking the corner flagpole was placed on the cover of Sky Sports' column.
Georgie Thompson appeared here again with a constipated expression, commenting to the audience in front of the TV, "Leicester City's top scorer this season Jamie Vardy scored his 26th goal of the season to open a two-goal gap with Kane. ”
"It's going to be the best time for him to win the season's top scorer, and it's up to him to get it."
"On top of that, Leicester's two wings have gradually turned the Premier League's Player of the Season into a battle within the team."
'Chen Yufeng has scored 18 goals and 15 assists in the past league and Riyad Mahrez is not too inferior to him, also with 16 goals and 14 assists in the Premier League.
"Both of them are in the top two in the Premier League in assists and both are in the top five scorers."
"It looks like the best player of the season will be safely won by one of the two."
“……”
After the match against Swansea, Leicester City have only three games left in the season's schedule.
On 30 April, ahead of the second leg against Manchester United in early May, a huge press conference took place at Leicester City's training base.
On this day, countless media reporters poured into Leicester City's training base, setting up cameras early and waiting for a moment to come.
Soon, Ranieri and Vichai appeared, and after a brief opening statement, they began today's theme – the renewal ceremony.
The first to come up was Chen Yufeng.
As the veteran who has scored the most goals in the team, his contract renewal is a concern for many reporters.
"Hopefully we can get good results next season and you can play even better numbers."
Wei Chai stretched out his hand towards Chen Yufeng, and after the two shook it briefly, they sat down at the table, opened the contract and began to sign.
The contract had been prepared long ago, in line with what had been previously negotiated.
Chen Yufeng will receive a high bonus clause, as well as a weekly salary of 180,000 euros in the team!
This is Mr. Vichai's sincerity, and it is also an effort to retain Chen Yufeng.
"Click, click, click!"
Under the flashing lights of countless reporters at the scene, the two lowered their heads and wrote their names on the contract, then stood up, picked up a Leicester City No. 66 jersey together, and began to take a group photo.
Ranieri also leaned over at this time and took a group photo with Vichai standing next to Chen Yufeng on the left and right.
They once asked Chen if he wanted to wear a different number of jerseys next season.
But Chen Yufeng still firmly chose the number 66, which is the number that belongs to him.
Not long after, the group photo session ended and the media interviewed session began.
"Mr. Chen Yufeng, first of all, congratulations on your great success this season, what does this mean to you?"
The reporters in the audience quickly started asking questions, and everyone wanted to squeeze to the front row to get the first opportunity.
Last time, in the same place, their various behaviors were completely different from the current ones.
This undoubtedly represents Chen Yufeng's achievements this season, and has gradually put him at the center of public opinion in this team.
"It's just a start, and I'm going to have more success in the future."
Chen Yufeng replied with a smile and answered this question simply, still with the same rhetoric.
This is actually the truest portrayal of his heart.
"The media is more concerned, with the performance of this season, why haven't you had any scandals with other big teams?"
A reporter came up and asked a more topical question, "Is there really no offer?" Still is? ”
"I must admit that I did not receive such an invitation."
Speaking of this, Chen Yufeng turned his head with a smile, glanced at Vichai and Ranieri, and continued: "But I don't think there is anything to fight with my teammates here for another season, it's not a forced choice. ”
"I don't think it's a very wise choice if you always like to switch teams at a fast pace and casually let go of the relationships that you have cultivated over the course of a year."
"It's also good if the players can give up some things and be less eager and impetuous while pursuing honor."
"After all, I'm only thirty-one years old this year, so why don't I try it with this group of lovely people?"
After answering this question, Chen Yufeng answered a few simple questions, and then left the press conference.
After him, Mahrez, Shinji Okazaki and others came out again, completed the contract renewal with the team, and gave interviews to the media.
The media saw almost all the main players of the team that season, and only one person did not show up here.
"What about N'Golo Kante? Mr. Vichai, did he not renew his contract with the team? ”
A reporter asked Mr. Vichai a question at the end, he originally thought it would be a very warm story, after the miracle victory, no one chose to leave, everyone withstood the temptation.
'Negotiations with N'Golo Kante are ongoing, so don't worry, we'll do everything we can to keep every Leicester player.' Vichai appeared in front of the camera with a smile and finished his last sentence.
(End of chapter)