Chapter 64 Gerrard's Ambition
Four consecutive days, a total of 12 hours of high-intensity training, only earned Chen Xiaoliang 12 hours of training value.
Adding the previous 61 hours, the total is now 73 hours.
Using the stamina recovery card continuously these past two days really hurt him, and the cup competition missions didn't give him any stamina recovery cards.
After much consideration, he decided to take 40 hours and increase his endurance from 13 to 15.
【Physical attributes】
Burst 10, Bounce 10, Agility 11, Stamina 15
Balance 10, Strength 10, Speed 15, Constitution 10
After looking around, it seems that this attribute can also cope with general competitions.
The further you go, the harder it is to accumulate training points...
Moreover, the loss in the previous Europa League meant that he could only complete the two tasks [Enter the roster for the next game] [Reward: 1 skill value] and [Appear in the next game] [Reward: 2 skill points].
At the same time, because Slavia Prague's reputation has not reached 6000, the base number is still 1, which means that there are only a pitiful 3 skill points...
Adding the 21 points I won as a reward from Leicester City, the total is only 24 points, which is still far from the 100 points required to unlock a skill.
This also made him realize that the cup competition is the top priority for his faster growth. Not only must he win the next game, but he must also strive to achieve better performance!
After being busy for several days, Gerrard also took a day off. The training of the players who were not participating in the game today was handed over to assistant coach McAllister.
And even though they won the championship ahead of schedule, the club's board did not lower their demands on him.
People are always greedy.
Seeing that the team is in high spirits and has won the championship six rounds in advance without losing, Dave has already shouted out the slogan in the board of directors that the team must win the Europa League and become the double champion this year!
It just so happens that this year's Europa League coincides with the Chinese New Year.
Dutch champion Ajax finished third in the Champions League group stage and came to participate in the Europa League;
Manchester United and AC Milan, which showed signs of revival, were ranked second in the Premier League and Serie A at this time;
Arsenal is a bit unfortunate... but according to the draw, if we meet them, it will basically be the final.
To the Rangers, every opponent is a giant whose value is several times higher.
However, Gerrard also has .
Seeing that Gerard was on a rare vacation at home, Chen Xiaoliang dragged his sore waist and legs and took over the kitchen from Helena again.
Fortunately, Helena helped this time, and the work was not tiring when men and women worked together. Soon a plate of spicy meat and a bowl of noodles with scallion oil were ready .
This is a classic folk delicacy in Donghai City, Hongguo, spicy meat noodles.
Coincidentally, whenever there is something delicious, Reese will happen to come to the door.
Gerard smelled the fragrance and looked at his belly which was slightly bulging due to Helena's energy meals in the past few days, but he still couldn't resist the temptation.
Of course, Erica and David would not miss this opportunity.
Whether intentionally or unintentionally, Erica asked:
"Chen, have you decided where to go next season? I see a lot of rumors about you online."
Reese swallowed a big mouthful of noodles and asked, "Oh? What are the theories?"
Erica counted on her fingers: "Manchester United, Manchester City, those Premier League clubs, Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, and of course, Bayern Munich."
When talking about Bayern, Erica's eyes lit up.
"Oh, our Dortmund coach is here to lobby for Bayern?" Gerrard spoke this time.
"Ah! How did you know?" Erica said, staring at Chen Xiaoliang.
Chen Xiaoliang looked innocent.
"He's a 16-year-old kid. He can't recognize you. How can I not recognize a famous sprinter?" Gerrard smiled. "Bayern is indeed good. It's a place many players dream of. What's more, if you go to Bayern, you can win the Bundesliga championship 34 rounds in advance every season."
Riise asked again: "Aren't you from Dortmund? Why are you recommending Bayern?"
Erica glanced at Helena and said, "Since my sister graduated and came here to work, she has no time to go back to Germany. All she does all day is work, and she doesn't have any friends here.
If Chen, you can transfer to Bayern, sister can return to the familiar place to accompany you! Our family is in Bavaria! "
"Ahem..." Gerard coughed, picked up the bowl and walked away.
"Um... we have something to do, you guys chat." Before leaving, Reese scooped a large spoonful of spicy meat topping and covered his face with it, then pulled David up.
David asked Reese softly, "Didn't you sign a contract with this girl?"
"It's only a one-year contract... I didn't even get any endorsements at the beginning... I have to save money..."
Helena's cheeks flushed and she gently kicked Erica.
"Don't you travel around the world all day long..."
"I go home every two or three days!"
Chen Xiaoliang was suddenly speechless...
It wasn't because of Erica's words. He believed that he and Reese could discuss it together and come up with a way to help Helena balance life and work.
But he suddenly realized that it was only two and a half months until June, when the off-season would begin and his loan at Rangers would also end.
At that time, it not only means that I have to decide where to go next, but also means that this group of partners, colleagues, and friends who have different identities but are like family will be separated.
Erica will leave in a few days to prepare for the Tokyo Olympics.
David will continue to stay in Glasgow, he is a local and his home is here.
Although Riise will follow him, he has to deal with the club, agent and endorsement companies, and does not have much free time.
As for Helena, he couldn't be sure now.
Oh, right! Where's the boss? Doesn't he have any ideas?
"Boss! What are your plans?"
No one expected that Chen Xiaoliang, who had been silent for a long time, would suddenly say this.
Gerard was stunned. He didn't expect that this kid would hit the nail on the head.
He also thought about where to go next for a long time.
An ambitious coach's goal will definitely not stop at the Scottish Premier League.
"I forgot to tell you, Riise is also my agent now." Gerrard put down the empty bowl of noodles, sat back at the dining table, and told Chen Xiaoliang about his past.
The reason why Mourinho sent Chen Xiaoliang here was, on the one hand, that he felt the level of the Scottish Premier League should be able to give Chen Xiaoliang a chance to play, and on the other hand, he believed that Gerrard, as a legendary midfielder, could train this Red Country kid well.
However, subsequent developments far exceeded their expectations. Chen Xiaoliang improved at an astonishing rate and attracted attention far beyond the scope of the Premier League.
Gerrard lamented that he joined Liverpool at the age of 9, signed a professional contract at the age of 15, joined the first team at the age of 18, but only won his first league championship as a head coach at the age of 40.
Many times he watched Chen Xiaoliang running on the court and fantasized in his heart how great it would be if he had Chen Xiaoliang by his side when he was still a player.
He even went through a lot of torment in the past, rejecting Manchester United, Inter Milan, Chelsea and Real Madrid, wondering whether it was the right decision.
But there is one thing he never doubts, it was Liverpool's experience of missing out on the Premier League title that made him have an extremely strong heart!
Just like the slip against Chelsea, he finally stood up.
The current football world no longer requires an athlete to be loyal to one team for his entire life, like Totti, Giggs, and myself.
Even for teams as hostile as Real Madrid and Barcelona, it is possible that players between them will one day become teammates fighting side by side.
What's more, for competitions like Serie A and Ligue 1 which are among the top five leagues, it would be considered natural for their players to go to the Premier League and La Liga giants.
But one thing is that Gerrard does not want Chen Xiaoliang to choose a team that can win the championship easily too early. Although his playing career may reach the pinnacle of honor earlier, it is unknown how much perseverance and determination he can have to maintain the peak.
To hone your skills and work hard, just like what you are doing now in Rangers, to help a team win the championship as a core player.
Wait until you are strong and determined enough, then join a wealthy club and become the most dazzling superstar. This way your life may be more fulfilling and without regrets.
The final sentence of Gerrard's speech was this:
"But even if there is a chance, I don't want you to go to Liverpool too early."
Everyone was stunned when they heard this. Gerrard, a Liverpool legend, actually didn't want the popular future star of European football to play for his loyal team?
"Okay! Boss, when you get there, if you still need me, remember to find me!"
Gerard smiled happily.
Reese: I’m impressed by his IQ!
David: If I had this level of flattery, I would probably be the club director now!
Erica: You are so good at talking. No wonder my sister...
Helena, blushing and chuckling.
