What kind of football player is handsome?

Chapter 48: Securing Final Qualification! What? Wenger wants to trade a Japanese player to Sir Alex

The 1-3 away victory essentially cleared the way for Leicester City to advance to the final.

Given the Leicester City's exceptionally solid defense in the second half of the Championship season, Crystal Palace's chances of a comeback are extremely slim.

On the other hand, Swansea drew with Reading at home, leaving the question of who will advance to the final at Wembley still unresolved.

The playoffs also attracted the attention of many top clubs.

Sir Alex Ferguson was no exception.

"Brother, things are getting tense in North London. Arsène Wenger has hinted that he wants to sign Liu Yi for £1000 million, but Arsenal might not be able to come up with that much cash at once. As a compromise, they're willing to offer £800 million plus Miyaichi Ryo."

David had long forgotten the rule against using one's job title while at work.

However, this time, Sir Francis was not angry.

Instead, he chuckled and teased, "What a cunning old fox. Arsenal's terrible financial situation must have been tough on him."

Arsenal paid a heavy price to build a modern new stadium – not only were they forced to sell their captains year after year, but they also gradually fell behind in the league title race.

But thinking about it...

The situation at Old Trafford isn't much better.

During the rainy season, the stadium leaks like a waterfall.

In terms of drainage, the only option is to use the ditches around the stadium for water removal.

Not only is it inefficient, it also easily leads to player injuries.

There's nothing we can do; the Glazer family is the boss.

The Glazers had to choose between two options: raising money to build a new stadium or letting their mother fly in the sky.

Without hesitation, Glazer sent his mother to heaven to stand shoulder to shoulder with the sun.

As for Liu Yi?

As for Liu Yi, although he has had some impressive performances on the field, he is far from being an irreplaceable core player in Manchester United's talent-rich squad.

But, in exchange for Miyaichi Ryo?

Ferguson had never even heard of this player.

Japanese or Korean?

Is it worth two million euros?

"Tell Wenger that I know they're short on money and are eyeing a promising young talent. So, I'll offer a win-win solution: I'll give them 20 million pounds, plus Liu Yi, and their captain, Robin van Persie!"

David Ferguson shook his head repeatedly: "Van Persie has two years left on his contract, and he's still the captain and top scorer. Wenger won't agree to such a robbery-style deal."

Sir Francis: "So, eight million plus Gong Shenliang is enough to take Liu away? Aren't they just daydreaming?"

Liu Yi was unaware that the transfer market was in turmoil, and his name had already appeared repeatedly in the scouting reports of some clubs.

Currently, the young Chinese player is still with the team preparing for the second leg of the Champions League play-off.

All I could think about was getting through the next 90 minutes smoothly and then going to Wembley to lift that damn championship trophy.

"If you two go to Wembley to play, I'll be there to watch. The atmosphere there is absolutely amazing! Honestly, I'm craving that grass; I dream of playing a game on that sacred field!"

Lingard called, full of envy.

He often fantasizes that if he stubbornly stayed at Leicester City, he might even win the Championship play-off title.

But Lingard also knew that it was better to stay in Manchester United's reserve team and play in the reserve league than to stay at Leicester City as a benchwarmer. In the past six months, he has been improving his skills and has gradually earned a starting position in the reserve team.

"Once you join the England national team, you won't be able to play however you want, so what's the rush?"

Liu Yi replied casually.

"You think getting into the national team is that easy? Although we haven't won a major tournament for a while, it's still a top-ten national team in the world, and most of the players are key players for top clubs in the top five European leagues!"

You mean 45 years, right?

"I'll teach you a trick. When Christmas comes, send Capello a little 'gift'. Just take a fruit box, cover it with fresh fruit as a cover, put a layer of pounds on the bottom, and then stride in."

Lingard on the other end of the phone widened his eyes.

That's a bribe.

"Big brother, are you kidding me?"

Liu Yi continued, "Of course, but this phenomenon does exist. When I was thirteen or fourteen, all the young players around me came up this way. If you didn't send them, you wouldn't even get a chance to play."

Lingard was completely dumbfounded: "Could it be that, brother, even you...?"

"I don't have it, but I can still play on the field."

"How did you manage that?"

Lingard was puzzled.

"Someone has to step up and help the young masters win the games. How else can they get those certificates that help them get into good schools if they can't win the games?"

It dawned on me.

As expected of an ancient civilization, its culture is truly profound and extensive!

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2011 5 Month 13 Day.

The second matchday of the Championship play-off semi-finals.

Leicester, Vauxhall Stadium.

As the last home game of the season, the stands were packed with people, with no seats available.

The dark blue fox flag fluttered in the wind.

The stands resembled a surging blue ocean.

The die-hard fans gathered in the south stand, chanting Liu Yi's name in unison.

"Six! Six! Six!"

Foxes fans know perfectly well that, regardless of how the season ends, Liu Yi is unlikely to stay at Foxes City.

Amidst the deafening roar, a TIFO display slowly unfolded in the south grandstand.

It's a classic scene of Liu Yi's side-slashing attack.

I can't remember which one exactly.

There were so many, so many volley shots like that...

Inside the changing room.

Head coach Eriksson has just completed the final tactical deployment before the match.

The Leicester City players huddled together in a circle, the atmosphere heavy and focused.

Liu Yi spoke, breaking the silence.

"Guys, just two more games to go!"

"We are ahead on aggregate in the first leg, but that's no reason to be complacent."

"Give it your all, we can't let down the fans who support us!"

"Marching to Wembley, and taking that damn trophy! Next season in the Premier League, let's show those so-called giants just how fierce our Leicester City team really is!"

Whether based on length of service or professional experience, Liu Yi should not have the right to speak.

But... he has already won everyone's respect with his abilities.

The eyes of the Blue Fox generals turned red.

It's not just about the money.

As professional athletes, everyone aspires to make a name for themselves on the top stage.

Steve Howard!

Five years ago, he was just an ordinary maintenance worker on the highway.

Three years ago, he was still struggling to survive on a meager salary in the British Parliament.

And now, the former underdog is only one step away from the Premier League!

At this moment, the father, who carried the hopes of his two daughters, roared with all his might.

"Leicester City!"

Everyone in the locker room was instantly ignited and responded in unison.

"go ahead!"

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"Old Sina Sports! Old Sina Sports fans!"

Good evening, everyone!

"Now we bring you the second leg of the 2010/11 Championship play-off semi-final!"

Leicester City will host Crystal Palace.

"In the first leg, Leicester City defeated Crystal Palace 3-1."

"Now let's introduce the starting lineups for both sides..."

Just ten minutes later.

A deafening roar of cheers erupted from the stands at Vauxhall.

Leicester City were leading by a large margin and played very relaxed.

On the contrary, Crystal Palace was hesitant and timid.

They were afraid of failing to break through from the front, and also afraid of failing to defend from the rear.

Pogba dribbled the ball with both feet, getting past three players before feigning an inside cut.

He tricked Gardner into losing his balance and then gracefully kicked out.

A perfect trajectory flashed across the sky, plunging straight into the restricted area.

Speroni made a decisive move, punching the ball away with a single fist.

The ball should land just one step to the side of the edge of the penalty area!

Pavard's Divine Sword!

Liu Yi had already cleverly moved to that opening.

Stretch your instep and kick directly!

boom!

The scene shifts.

Speroni collapsed onto the grass.

The football spun around in the white net that resembled waves.

"Great! Goal!"

"Only 11 minutes into the game!"

"Leicester City have taken the lead at home!"

"It's Liu Yi again!!"

"A spectacular volley from the edge of the penalty area!"

"This shot... requires a lot of confidence in your shooting skills!"

"We Chinese people have no shortage of self-confidence!"

"Crystal Palace's manager boasted before the game that they would pull off a big win away from home."

"Now it seems David, who attempted to challenge Goliath, has been utterly crushed into a pulp!"

In the stands!

A terrifying scene unfolded!

After scoring this goal, which was enough to kill any suspense about the final ticket!

Leicester City fans finally couldn't hold back anymore.

Everyone had already stood up.

Seeing Liu Yi rushing this way, everyone leaned forward even more excitedly.

In an instant, it surged forth like waves crashing against the shore, an overwhelming force.

Coupled with a breathtaking sound wave.

The giant concrete pillars supporting the stadium structure were trembling slightly.

This really scared the security guards at the scene.

Fortunately, there was barbed wire for protection; otherwise, the crowd rushing down would have buried him in an instant.

wrong.

The enthusiastic fans frantically pounded on the barbed wire, and the metal mesh began to deform visibly under their relentless pressure.

hiss……

The security guards all took a half step back in unison, gasping in shock.

Is this scene from a zombie movie?!

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