In fact, just when the media broke this explosive news, Li Ang received a call from Barcelona.
The call came personally from Laporta, the president of Barcelona Club.
When Li Ang learned that the caller was Laporta, the president of Barcelona, he was very surprised: This does not mean that Laporta's status is so noble.
A phone call from Football Federation President Platini himself is possible, and he was surprised that he didn't think he had anything to do with Barcelona.
Sure enough, Laporta made a straightforward statement and wanted to invite him to Barcelona after the season to officially coach the Barcelona team.
Li Ang was shocked by this invitation. He almost thought he heard wrongly: "Mr. Laporta, if I heard correctly, do you mean to ask me to coach Barcelona?"
"Yes. Mr. Li. In my opinion, you are the best coach in Europe at the moment, and most importantly, you are the one who best suits Barcelona's football philosophy!" Laporta said.
The first thought in Li Ang's mind was that it was a bit absurd. Barcelona actually invited him to coach, thinking that he was the most suitable for Barcelona's football philosophy. So, the question is, where is Guardiola? He read some reports about Guardiola in his previous life.
, it’s not that Guardiola has been cultivating Barcelona and is the unofficial head coach of Barcelona. Moreover, if the historical trajectory goes, Guardiola will replace the fired Rijkaard after the end of this season and become Barcelona’s head coach.
The head coach's.
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Leon was in a happy mood to be praised so highly by Laporta, but this did not mean that he nodded in agreement.
"I'm sorry, Mr. Laporta. My job at Inter Milan is going very well now, and I have no idea of changing my job for the time being. I can only say sorry for your invitation," said Li Ang.
"Mr. Li, please don't refuse in a hurry. We chose you after careful consideration and sincerity. You have achieved great success at Inter Milan. Inter Milan will also continue to achieve great success this season. You are here
Italy has won everything, don't you want to consider a change of environment? Barcelona is a great stage, a great coach combined with a great stage." Laporta tried to persuade.
Li Ang smiled, and he had to admit that what Laporta said was correct. With his success in Inter Milan, if the league successfully defends its title this season, it will be the third consecutive Serie A championship. And if it can win in Europe
He once again dominated Europe in the Champions League. He has indeed won everything at Inter Milan. If he continues to coach Inter Milan, he may face the problem of lack of motivation. This is an unavoidable problem for both him and the players.
The problem is that this is an inherent rule of a dynasty. This is also the reason why so many successful and famous coaches choose to retire after their achievements.
However, Liang still has no feelings for Barcelona. This is not because he dislikes Barcelona as a football club, but because he knows that Barcelona cannot give him something he needs.
Li Ang was silent for a short time, but it seemed to Laporta that his words moved Li Ang. The Barcelona chairman continued to lobby and said, "Mr. Li, we are very sincere. Barcelona can provide you with everything you need, and what you have obtained at Inter Milan
Rights and demands can be fulfilled here! You have the final say in the team's locker room, and the power of transfer can also be given to you."
Li Ang almost laughed out loud after hearing this. Maybe Laporta was more sincere when he said this at this time, but he knew that Laporta could not fulfill the promises he said at all. He was not the same as Inter Milan.
Moratti's team is different. Barcelona is a membership system with many directors. It can be said that there are many factions within the Barcelona club. In addition, there are also many gangs in the Barcelona locker room. This is almost a stubborn disease. Although Liang's Inter Milan also has
The so-called factions, but in the locker room, Li Ang has the absolute right to speak. This is a team he built with his own hands. Those disobedient players were brutally purged by him. Li Ang just came to Inter Milan.
At that time, as many as seventeen players were purged, which shocked the whole of Europe. Of course, there were reasons why Li Ang disliked these players, or they were not suitable for his tactics, but there was another deeper reason, that is, there is no establishment without destruction.
, after the great purge, re-establish order!
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Li Ang can completely build the team according to his own intentions at Inter Milan. Moratti completely delegated his rights and fulfilled his promise to Li Ang. Li Ang can do things without any scruples. However, in Barcelona, he obviously does not
Maybe. If you want to secure the position of head coach in Barcelona, it's not just about getting results on the playing field. Of course, Barcelona's rival Real Madrid is no less complicated internally than Barcelona.
However, there is one thing that Real Madrid is better than Barcelona, and that is that Real Madrid does not have a prince jumping up and down from time to time.
That’s right, it’s the Supreme Emperor!
Barcelona has a king, and the weight of his words is even more influential and effective than the chairman of Barcelona.
This ‘Emperor’ is Cruyff, the godfather of Barcelona!
Some football clubs also have so-called "overlords", but their overlords are more often a symbol and a mascot. However, they rarely speak out, let alone frequently interfere with the work of the club. However, Cruyff
Obviously not a mascot, he declares his existence all the time: Barcelona is his territory and he is the godfather here!
Cruyff liked to talk about Barcelona's "public opinion environment", and he always criticized those who liked to express their opinions on Barcelona as not being objective enough. But in fact, it was Cruyff himself who liked to express his opinions on Barcelona the most.
The former Barcelona player, former coach of Barcelona's "Dream Team" and the godfather of Barcelona, in addition to commenting on Barcelona through his column in Catalan media every week, he also writes in Catalonia from time to time.
Some Barcelona topics were discussed on the radio, often in a condescending and critical manner.
The "Godfather of Barcelona" criticized Ronaldinho without naming him: "You can only have motivation if you have fighting spirit. The so-called injuries are not excuses. Sometimes it is just a psychological problem. It will pass after you overcome it. Players should reflect on it."
Myself, if you really want to play, you can do whatever you want."
Regarding Cruyff's words, Rijkaard, as the head coach of Barcelona, was definitely unhappy, but he could only endure it because he was unhappy, because that was Cruyff, the godfather of Barcelona!
If Li Ang were the head coach of Barcelona, he would not care who you are as your godfather or your emperor, but he would still say: Why are you criticizing my players? Who do you think you are? You old guy, just calm down! Remember
Come on, this is my territory now!
It is conceivable that with Li Ang's temper, he will definitely do this, and he will not worry about the old man's status and face.
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The most critical and most annoying thing is that the emperor comes out to speak almost every week. It would be a miracle if he doesn't come out to criticize Barcelona every week.
For example, before the start of Barcelona's game against Valencia, Cruyff criticized some Barcelona players in a TV interview, "When the team has important games and important awards to compete for, some players
Like a soft-footed shrimp shivering in fear.
Of course, when Barcelona performs very well, Cruyff may not come out to criticize, but he will imply that these are the carrying forward of his football philosophy in Barcelona. You scum, your current success is all because of the seeds you planted.
The seed. Then he will find faults, saying that there are still some things that are not perfect and what should be done. Anyway, no one is more capable than him.
At the team level, every time Barcelona performed poorly, Cruyff would attack midfielders such as Xavi and Iniesta. For example, after being tied with Sevilla in the last round of the game, the "Godfather" criticized him again
Barcelona's midfielder: "Barcelona are still making the same mistakes on the pitch. Week after week, Barcelona fall into the same mistakes. The key lies in the midfield. Whether it is good or bad depends on the midfield. The midfielder
Players move in different positions, the ball moves at different speeds, and the team's playing style is also different. From controlling the game to collapse, they are all the same players. In the first half, the Barcelona midfielders moved accurately, but in the second half, the midfielder
The players' accurate movements are missing, and the distance between the three lines is very large. This mistake has been made countless times."
In fact, Cruyff's repeated criticisms of Barcelona players made the Barcelona locker room feel very uncomfortable, and this situation happened almost every week. Some Barcelona players believed that Cruyff's criticisms were mostly "
"It's an afterthought", and his snobbish view also made Barcelona players feel that their efforts were not respected. Whether it was Ronaldinho, Iniesta or Xavi, they all felt that Cruyff was very "cruel". Barcelona
The "godfather" always ignores the players' achievements, but magnifies the players' shortcomings.
There are many gangs in Barca's locker room, and the opinions of small groups are often inconsistent. But now, they have reached the same view on one thing, that is, Cruyff's chattering outside the club has had a negative impact on the team.
It had a very bad effect. They collectively expressed their dislike for Cruyff. After Ronaldinho was repeatedly criticized by Cruyff, many players stood up to speak for Ronaldinho. Iniesta
He said that Ronaldinho's professionalism should not be doubted. Even Eto'o, who had no dealings with Ronaldinho, stood up and said that Ronaldinho's professional attitude is undisputed. This can make Barcelona, which has fierce internal struggles, stand out in a certain period.
United on this matter, Leon couldn't help but admire Cruyff's power.
In addition, what is most annoying and unpleasant for Barcelona players is that Cruyff said many times as early as last season that Barcelona's lineup has reached the end of the cycle and the team should undergo a major overhaul. This is like you can always
Hearing someone say in your ear, "You can't do it, you can't do it, you're about to be finished, you can't do it," is a disgusting thing for everyone.
In fact, in the past two seasons, it has been difficult for people to hear Cruyff's praise of Barcelona. As we all know, Cruyff's influence on Barcelona's top management is huge, whether it is a coaching change or signings, Laporta
Everyone must listen to Cruyff's opinion. It can be said that no one can stir up the Barcelona club more than Cruyff.
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"I'm sorry, Mr. Laporta, I still feel that I am not qualified for this job." Leon still firmly refused. He heard that Laporta on the other end of the phone seemed to want to persuade, and Leon simply gave a vague hint.
, "Mr. Rijkaard is a very good coach. In addition, his temper is much better than mine."
Laporta was stunned, what is this? What does it mean?
However, Laporta was also determined to make a career in politics, and he was extremely smart. He immediately understood the hidden meaning of Li Ang's words.
He remembered the most troublesome thing in the past two days. Cruyff seemed to have a disharmonious sex life this week and was extremely angry. Ronaldinho, Eto'o, Xavi, and even captain Puyol were all attracted by him.
Scolded all over, Rijkaard was also criticized routinely. This caused a backlash in the Barcelona dressing room.
Hiss~
Laporta gritted his teeth. Just as Li Ang had 'implied', with this character and temper, if the 'overlord' dared to criticize Li Ang's players and criticized Li Ang so unscrupulously, the Chinese would never swallow his anger. Laporta
Erta even suspected that Leon would directly scold Cruyff and make Cruyff vomit three liters of blood. No, it was not a suspicion, this guy would definitely do that. Cruyff is the godfather of Barcelona and the emperor, but Leon would definitely not do this.
It won't even save him any face.
Thinking of such a special existence as Cruyff, Laporta has a headache. In fact, Laporta also has to take into account Cruyff's attitude. Cruyff is still actively involved in Barcelona.
On important matters, even decision-making matters, Cruyff would often take the initiative to send out invitations and call Bekiristain to hold meetings with him to discuss the team's situation. Cruyff may not have the right to vote, but his
His voice can be valued by the club, and his influence on Barcelona is considerable. Although Barcelona players and even Laporta are dissatisfied with Cruyff's chattering in their hearts, they have no way to silence the "Emperor"'s mouth.
, this is a 'Top Emperor' with great influence.
Laporta felt that he understood why Leon stayed away from Barcelona. He had a headache. Even he was afraid of the existence of the emperor.
"I hope Mr. Li will consider my invitation carefully. Barcelona and I are very sincere." Laporta could only say helplessly in the end, trying to make a last-ditch effort.
"Thank you, Mr. Laporta. I'm sorry that I can't work with you, but I still want to thank you for the invitation." Li Ang firmly refused, without even saying politely that he wanted to think about it.
Laporta hung up the phone, feeling helpless and depressed.
He looked at the TV screen in the living room, which happened to be playing sports news. This was outside the Camp Nou. After the game between Barcelona and Sevilla, hundreds of fans shouted: "Barcelona, not Laporte"
