Chapter 1. Who Is the Tiger?

Ferguson finished his last game at Old Trafford, and then said goodbye to all the Red Devils fans. The audience responded with warm applause. Sir Alex Ferguson walked slowly to the inner passage of the stadium. At this time, a young man in a suit was standing beside him. In fact, it was a young man. This man was also in his 30s. Surprisingly, this man It has an Asian face.

Ferguson walked slowly and waved his hands to salute the fans. When he came to the side of the court and was about to enter the corridor, he suddenly turned around and said to the young man with an Asian face beside him: " Remember all this, because they'll be yours soon."

After that, Ferguson walked into the tunnel of the stadium without looking back. Hearing Ferguson's words, the young man was stunned for a moment, then he took a deep breath, did not stop, and quickened his pace to keep up with Ferguson.

At this time in the Sky TV studio, the commentator Morris was sensational.

"The impact of Ferguson's departure on Manchester United is far-reaching, deep and huge. The great record he established will be difficult to break for many years to come. Later generations may despair of the record he has created."

But Raman, who was beside him, interrupted him: "Maurice, who is next to Sir?"

"Which one?"

"The young man with the Asian face."

Morris observed carefully for a long time: "I don't know either."

"Aren't you a huge Manchester United fan? And someone you don't know?"

"It could be a relative of the Jazz, or maybe a club official."

Seven days later, on May 19, 2013, in the final round of the Premier League, Manchester United drew 5-5 with West Brom. The 2012-13 Premier League trophy returned to Old Trafford after a year out.

After the game, the FA held a grand awards ceremony at Old Trafford, and FA President Palmer personally presented the medals to the Manchester United players one by one. In cheers, captain Ryan Giggs held high the Premier League trophy.

The whole place is boiling! Every Manchester United fan is like living a grand festival, shouting loudly, cheering hard, and venting his excitement. Many fans cried with joy, sang and danced, especially the Streyford stand where Manchester United's diehards are located, which is also the famous West Stand. .

At this time, the press conference hall of Manchester United Club was already full of people. Many reporters were chatting and talking, waiting for Sir Alex Ferguson to arrive.

The loudest speaker was named Wolfe, a reporter for the famous British newspaper The Sun.

"Hey, brothers, tell me, what breaking news will the Jazz say in a while?"

"Wolf, are you going to make up some peach gossip again? It's a pity that you made a mistake." It was Toynby, a reporter from The Guardian.

Hearing Toynbee's words, many reporters burst into laughter. Everyone knows that The Sun has always focused on gossip and peach-colored news, and there are many stories carefully fabricated by newspaper reporters, and Wolf is the most outstanding among them. 's paragraph writer.

Wolf was not angry when he heard everyone's ridicule: "We are all writing manuscripts for food, and none of us are laughed at. Can you guarantee that everything you write is true?"

The Times reporter Leslie on the side was obviously not interested in this topic. He went on to talk about the press conference: "Yesterday Manchester United announced that after today's game, important news will be announced. You said they What important news will be announced?"

"What else can I do? It must be the news of Ferguson's retirement."

Leslie shook his head: "I don't think it's possible. The news of the Jazz's retirement has spread throughout the world of football since the beginning of the year.

What's the point of announcing at this point? "

"Maybe the club thinks it's more grand to deal with it this way?"

Wolff of The Sun used his magical imagination: "I don't think it's that simple. There will definitely be major announcements in a while. For example, according to reliable sources some time ago, Manchester United's Rooney revealed that he wanted to leave Manchester United and join Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich."

Toynby still complained about Wolff: "According to reliable information? I guess it was made up by your "Sun"?"

"Hahahaha!" Everyone burst into laughter again.

At this time, someone asked a young man next to him: "Hall, you have always had a good relationship with Manchester United. Do you have any inside information to tell us all?"

Everyone's eyes fell on a young man beside him. This young man looked like he was only in his 20s. He wore gold-rimmed glasses, and had a gentle appearance. He had the temperament of a British gentleman. He is a reporter for the Manchester Evening News. As a local media in Manchester, there are often some inside information.

"That's right, if you have any internal news, tell us too."

Hall gently pushed the gold-rimmed glasses and said in a low voice: "I listened to the inside information, it seems that Sir Ferguson will announce his successor today."

"what!"

Hall's words came out, and all the reporters were taken aback.

"No, I heard that the Manchester United board is communicating with Mourinho to ask him to coach the Red Devils. Has it been agreed?"

"It is possible that Mourinho has lost all four this season. The Real Madrid he coached lost to Barcelona and Atletico Madrid in the league and Copa del Rey finals respectively, and lost to Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League semi-finals. Satisfied. Now is the time for England to bring back the Magic Birds."

"But I heard that Sir Alex Ferguson has a soft spot for Everton manager Moyes, and it is very likely that Manchester United's coach will be handed over to him."

At this time, everyone was talking about it, but Hall did not participate in the discussion. As a die-hard Manchester United fan, he worries about Manchester United's future. He looked silently at the podium, where in a few minutes Sir Alex Ferguson would speak, wondering who would hold up the future of Manchester United?

Soon, Ferguson walked into the press conference room and took a seat. He looked at the many reporters in the audience, and then spoke to himself.

"Today I will announce two decisions. First, I have completed my 1,500th game at Manchester United today and officially announced my retirement."

The audience was silent. Although everyone knew the news, the reporters were still pounding in their hearts when they heard this coming from Ferguson.

Ferguson did not wait for the reporter to ask questions, and continued: "Second, I strongly recommend Mr. Tiger King to the Manchester United club to become my successor and lead Manchester United to continue its glory. I have finished speaking, everyone, goodbye. ."

Ferguson stood up, walked to the door, and then stopped again: "Everyone, see you again."

After speaking, he walked away, leaving only a red legend.

Everyone was stunned at this point, and now everyone has only one question in their minds.

Who is Tiger King?