Five Hundred and Eighty-Four, a Show of Force

July 12, 6 o'clock in the morning.

In front of the floor-to-ceiling mirror in the dressing room of the luxurious presidential suite of the Hilton Hotel in Madrid Airport, Yang Cheng stood straight and looked at himself in the mirror wearing a neat training suit, which was black and white.

Below the collar is the Adidas logo, which is very conspicuous. On the left side is the glittering Real Madrid team emblem, and on the right side is the logo representing the best club in the world in the 20th century. This is also the logo of Real Madrid's new jersey this season. Going down, there are the huge English letters of the sponsor [BenQ-Siemens].

Unlike in the past, where Adidas only designed jerseys for Real Madrid players, this training uniform was specially made by Adidas for Yang Cheng. Although the front and back have the English letters of the sponsor and Adidas, everyone can see it. This training suit is different from previous training suits.

I'm afraid this is the only head coach in the world who can have sponsors tailor-make training uniforms for him, no other coach!

Like the jerseys of big-name players, Yang Cheng's training uniforms will also be sold in Adidas stores around the world, and Yang Cheng will also get a part of the profits from it, while Adidas will get the other half of the profits.

In addition to Adidas, Audi has also become a sponsor of Yang Cheng. Yang Cheng has a close relationship with Audi Stadler. When Yang Cheng was still coaching in Germany, he became friends with him after being introduced by Beckenbauer. It was him who He helped Yang Cheng photograph Charlize Theron's first night, and was considered their matchmaker. Later, he did better and better at Audi, and he was always looking for opportunities to cooperate with Yang Cheng.

In order to carry out this cooperation, Audi has made certain concessions. At least Yang Cheng does not have to replace all the top sports cars in his garage with Audis in the future. However, he must try his best to use Audis in some public occasions or when giving interviews. .

When he was in Penang, in addition to receiving a generous endorsement fee, Yang Cheng also got an Audi 98 for free.

Sienna also walked into the dressing room. She was naked and helping Yang Cheng tidy up the collar and hem.

"No need, anyway, it will be messed up later if I run over!" Yang Cheng said with a smile.

"Then ask the hotel to send you a special car!" Sienna hugged him from behind with some obsession.

"I'm over thirty. If I don't keep exercising, my body will be dead in a few years and it won't be able to withstand the torment!" Yang Cheng said with an ambiguous smile.

Sienna slapped him angrily, obviously complaining that he was teasing her, but she still helped him arrange his clothes, then took a few steps back, took a look, and then said OK when she felt satisfied, just like a Gentle wife.

She came to Madrid after the World Cup and was responsible for the sponsorships with Adidas and Audi.

"I always feel that I feel very different when I put on this outfit!" Yang Cheng looked at himself in the mirror, especially the team emblem in front of him, and felt a little sad, because he was really a player of Real Madrid. .

The first club he liked was Real Madrid. He liked it as early as 1998 in his previous life, so he only played Real Madrid in any football game he played, especially M. He always played all the Spanish leagues and played Real Madrid. It feels great to become the champion of La Liga and to cultivate Castilla into the champion of La Liga.

Even in reality, this is not an exaggeration at all, because Castilla once won the La Liga championship and once was third in La Liga, but because Real Madrid was in La Liga, they could not be promoted, including Canizare. Outstanding La Liga stars such as Castilla, Mista and Luis Garcia are all from Castilla.

For more than ten years in his previous life, and for more than twenty or thirty years in this life, there is still a feeling of Meilinge in his heart, and as time goes by, it becomes more and more intense, so for him, Wearing a training shirt with the Real Madrid logo embroidered on it really has a different meaning.

"I'm leaving!" Yang Cheng waved towards Sienna.

Sienna watched him leave the room, then put on a pair of pajamas and walked to the outside window. She could just see Yang Cheng walking out of the hotel and jogging towards Valdebebas in the distance.

For Yang Cheng, the new challenge starts today!

It is a full 6 kilometers from the Hilton Hotel to Valdebebas, which may be really far for ordinary people, but for Yang Cheng, who insists on running almost every day, it can only be regarded as just the right amount of exercise.

"Ha, Juan!" Yang Cheng greeted the security team leader as he passed the door of the security team.

Juan raised his head and saw Yang Cheng running quickly in front of him. He was about to stand up and say hello, but Yang Cheng was already far away. He could only look at his back and murmur helplessly, "Hello. , Mr. Yang Cheng!”

After running all the way to the first team's training building, Yang Cheng went directly to his office.

His office is on the second floor and looks more like an independent suite. It is equipped with a dressing room, bathroom, bedroom, etc. The facilities are comparable to a luxury suite in a five-star hotel, while the rooms for players and other coaching staff members are The facilities are also very good, but they all share a room for two people.

After taking a shower, change into dry clothes, and take the changed clothes outside. A dedicated staff member will come to collect them later, wash them, and then send them back.

When Yang Cheng walked out of the training building again, he found a car already parked in the parking lot in the distance. It was Raul's Audi.

The Real Madrid captain's performance in the World Cup was indeed unsatisfactory, which put him under tremendous pressure, especially since Real Madrid reshuffled their cards this season. He was left behind, but he had to fight for the starting position.

Nowadays, there are many rumors from the outside world, saying that Raul put pressure on the club and left without giving him a starting position. Yang Cheng scoffed at this because he did not feel any pressure, but he could not stop reporters and fans outside from making wild guesses.

Valdebebas can be called the most luxurious training base in the world. It is not just as simple as being big, but also has all the hardware. The rectifications proposed by Yang Cheng before were mostly in the training building, such as opening up a special computer analysis room, and separate the players’ living and entertainment areas so that they can have independent space here, etc.

According to Yang Cheng's previous request, the staff came to Valdebebas in advance to water the turf for the team's training today. Yang Cheng specially went to the site to inspect the comprehensive training area, group training area, and small venues. He walked through the confrontation zone, the full-size training field and so on.

According to Yang Cheng's previous request, all players participating in the World Cup can be given three weeks to rest based on the time of their national team's elimination before reporting to the team.

But this is only the deadline given by Yang Cheng. Many players, including Raul, Guti, Casillas, Alonso, Villa and Ramos, returned to Madrid in advance as early as yesterday. After being eliminated by France on June 27, they returned to the team after two weeks of rest to prepare for the new season.

Everyone knows that how well they perform in pre-season preparations will determine their main position in the new season.

Also yesterday, Yang Cheng issued a transfer notice to Castilla. Because the first team may be short of manpower, Yang Cheng transferred Arbeloa, Granero, Miguel Torres, Delared, Rookies such as Negredo and Soldado came to the first team and followed the team to participate in pre-season preparations.

Xavi = Garcia, Mata, Parejo and Bueno are all going to Spain 61's training camp. They will participate in the European Youth Championship in mid-to-late July. Yang Cheng has also made requirements for the club's scouts. , a game report must be submitted for every European Youth Championship in which Real Madrid players participate, so that he can understand the players' game situation.

In addition to Parejo, these Real Madrid players, Xavi Garcia is the core midfielder of Spain U19 and is known as a mixture of Albelda and Baraja. He has a wide running range and sharp long-range shots. He has very good organizational skills. Mata and Bueno are the core of this team's offense. Bueno is regarded as the new Raul, while Mata plays as a forward. His personal ability is very outstanding and he is the best player in Spain's 619. A dazzling new talent.

By the way, Manchester United's Pique is the core of this team's defense, and it has been previously pointed out that Ferguson really wants to make the 1.86-meter-long player with excellent header ability and long-range shooting ability have first-class physical fitness. Xavi = Garcia was brought to Manchester United, but after Yang Cheng took office, he directly blocked Ferguson's poaching.

After walking around the first team training ground in Valdebebas, when Yang Cheng returned to the training building again, the coaching staff and players arrived one after another. They all followed the time arranged by Yang Cheng. Arrive at Valdebebas ahead of schedule.

At 7 o'clock sharp, Yang Cheng appeared at the comprehensive training ground with the coaching staff, and the players all stood in front of him.

"My name is Yang Cheng!"

Standing in front of the players, Yang Cheng pointed at himself and said.

"You can call me boss, or you can call me husband. Of course, if you want to be more respectful, you can call me boss. I don't mind how you call me!"

Yang Cheng's eyes kept scanning back and forth on each player's face, "On this training ground, I only care about one thing, and that is whether you put your mind into training."

"I believe everyone has read the disciplinary manual I distributed yesterday. There may be a few articles in it that you may find too troublesome, but..." He emphasized his tone, "I have to remind everyone that no matter who it is, , if these disciplines are violated, I will not hesitate to impose punishments in accordance with the provisions of the manual, no one will be exempted!"

No one would doubt Yang Cheng's words, because the team he coaches has always been known for its strict discipline. It's not that he is very iron-blooded, but he likes to make all disciplines clear and let the players do it. If you comply and get used to it, it won't actually matter. After all, it's all good for the team and the players.

"Finally, I would like to emphasize one more point. From now on, every day of training, the injured must come to the club one hour in advance to receive diagnosis and treatment from the team doctor. I want to get a physical report from each of you before training!"

"I know you have all lived a comfortable life before, but I'm sorry, those days are about to pass. When I came to Real Madrid, I wanted to reorganize a team that is competitive and full of desire to win. This requires everyone to Players must maintain a high level of commitment during pre-season preparations."

"Why do others laugh at us for being able to play the first half but not the second half? Your physical fitness is too bad. From today on, don't mention to me about EU labor laws or about exceeding working hours. Those are all bullshit. Here, I have the final say, you either listen to me or..."

Yang Cheng pointed to the entrance of the first team training base in the distance, "...The gate is there, just tell me!"

He wants to establish his authority from the first day and let everyone know that pre-season preparation is not a child's play. He can't do it as easily as before, with double training a day and slow adjustments. What he wants is a group of warriors, and Not a bunch of artists painting under the sun.

"Throughout the training, if you have any questions, you can come to me. I hope that all of you understand that Valdebebas is a unit and everything that happens here, what the teammates, coaches and even the staff say Every sentence should not appear in outside newspapers and media!"

After saying that, Yang Cheng explained several other things, then clapped his hands, indicating that the players could disperse to have a meal and pick up their books. He was about to go to the clinic to report and accept the team composed of Chris and Tim = Hank. The laboratory team conducts preliminary tests on their bodies.

Seeing the players all leaving, Yang Cheng also turned around and left.

"Butragueno just called!" Redondo came over and reported: "They are preparing to hold a press conference for the new jersey at 10 o'clock. I hope you can bring Raul, Guti and Casili with you. The three captains of Yas attended on time, and in order to accommodate the team’s second training session, they set the press conference next door!”

Yang Cheng nodded, but he quickly walked towards the training building.

"In addition, Milan sent a fax of quotations for Cicinho. They hope to get Cicinho for 15 million euros. Butragueno hopes to know your thoughts."

Cicinho performed well in the World Cup, but he didn't play much, that is, he performed very well in the game against Japan. As for Real Madrid, his performance is still not stable enough.

"What did Cicinho say himself?" The players are still on vacation and Yang Cheng cannot be contacted.

"His agent said he would consider it!" Redondo said.

Yang Cheng stopped and was slightly startled, but immediately understood that he had sold Baptista, and Robert Carlos might also leave. Cicinho's prospects in Real Madrid would definitely not be easy, and even if he stayed, he would You have to keep your tail between your legs, but this guy is not a fuel-efficient character.

"You still refuse to exchange Cicinho's money for their Kaka?" Yang Cheng walked forward again and asked.

Redondo shook his head, "After Galliani received the offer, he was so angry that he yelled, "Only a madman will agree to you." Kaka also said that he would not consider transferring for the time being because he was preparing to apply for Italian citizenship, but His agent also said that it is an incredible thing to play for you and he is looking forward to this day!"

Yang Cheng shook his head and sighed. If either Kaka or Ronaldinho can be dealt with, Real Madrid's tactical map will become more tidy, but it is obvious that neither Liverpool nor Milan are willing to let go in the summer. Take these two big stars.

"Then let me mention the price again, don't be cheap Ancelotti!" Yang Cheng is not very fond of Cicinho. At least at right back, Real Madrid has Salgado, Ramos, Arbeloa , there is no shortage of right backs at all.

However, in Yang Cheng's view, Ramos's best position is still at center back. It's just that he is still young and needs more training in games. He also needs some good teachers to give him guidance and help. The same situation remains. Thiago = Silva.

Yang Cheng has found the best teacher for them!

However, if Cicinho is let go, Real Madrid will have a free foreign aid quota, and Yang Cheng's restless heart will begin to have restless thoughts. At least he feels that it is proper to make good use of this foreign aid quota. .

At present, Real Madrid's player sales are almost in progress. Old youth training players such as Pavin and Luven will be let go. Especially Pavin, who is 26 years old and his strength has been difficult to improve. Maybe he will play for a while. It's okay to play as a substitute, but Thiago Silva and Ramos are younger and more shaping than him.

And in terms of central defender, Helguera is a suitable substitute. Arbeloa and Miguel Torres can both play central defender. The 18-year-old Xavi Garcia is also a young player worth trying. Since In this way, there is really no point in keeping Parveen.

Yes, Yang Cheng strongly advocates youth training, but he does not exclude superstars. He has never been the kind of head coach who cannot coach superstars. From Kaiserslautern to Inter Milan to Liverpool, Yang Cheng's team has never lacked superstars. , he cultivated three world footballers, and Gerrard is likely to become the fourth, which is enough to prove this point.

So he won't stubbornly say that he wants to train all the youth, keep Pavin, etc. All his team building principles have only one principle, which is reasonable!

The two of them walked towards the clinic in the training building as they talked.

With Yang Cheng taking over, Chris and Tim Hank had already started to arrange the Real Madrid laboratory. After the entire set of equipment was ordered, it was sent directly to Valdebebas. They spent most of the summer. I spent all my time here, and even watched the live broadcast of the World Cup here, but had no chance to go to the venue.

This made the German Tim Hank complain a lot. He joked that Yang Cheng was in the limelight in Germany, but they were silently bleeding and sweating for him behind the scenes, but the results were still very good, at least after Yang Cheng inspected the site. , it will definitely come in handy.

After the players finished breakfast and went to the training building to rest for a while, they all came to the clinic in advance to be tested by Chris, Tim Hank and others.

Yang Cheng has been watching from the sidelines. He attaches great importance to these diagnostic test reports, because they can well reflect the physical condition of a player, especially for players including Raul Bravo and Juanfran. With several wounded people inside, the diagnosis and examination became more detailed and cautious.

Yang Cheng no longer needs to worry about details like this. Chris, Tim Hank and others who have cooperated for many years can check it for him very well, and all he has to do is wait for a report. .

The team's first training session is actually more focused on recovery. The real physical reserves will not start until the training camp in Edinburgh, Austria, when all players will return to the team.

After the 90-minute training session, Yang Cheng packed up his things and took Raul, Guti and Casillas to the press conference.

Just after arriving, Butragueno sent a piece of good news that made Yang Cheng feel relieved! ! .