The Estadio Molinón was the oldest professional football stadium in Spain. It had been in use since at least 1908. Later, the stadium was renovated. However, in many places of the stadium, one could see the old colors.
The floor was made of wood commonly used in the early 20th century. It was carved with time and the color looked a little dull.
There were many photos on the walls from the 1910s and 1920s until now. This was the historical testimony of an old football club.
The chairman's office was on the top floor of the Estadio Molinón.
Because he didn't know why the chairman was looking for him so late at night, Li Ang was in a hurry. His leather shoes stepped on the old floor, making muffled sounds.
He met someone he didn't expect in the corridor.
The First Team manager, Rachidria, walked over with a gloomy face.
Although Li Ang didn't have a good impression of this person, he still nodded out of courtesy.
Hmph!
Rachidria ignored Li Ang's politeness. He glared at Li Ang, then snorted and walked over.
Gah!
Li Ang was furious. What did I do to provoke you? You f * cking led the First Team to such a state and even implicated my B Team. You still think you're in the right?
Li Ang turned his head and glanced at Rachidria. I won't lower myself to his level.
*****
The chairman's office was brightly lit.
Li Ang knocked on the door.
Then, the door opened with a creak.
The person who opened the door was the club's general manager, Ayroyd.
"You're here." Ayroyd smiled at Li Ang and nodded. "Please come in."
When Li Ang entered, he noticed that not only was the club's general manager, Ayroyd, but also the club's vice-chairman, Perez Jesús Beretta.
And the club's chairman, Manuel Arango, sat behind his desk with a gloomy face.
All the club's executives were present.
Li Ang's heart skipped a beat. What big thing had happened?!
He thought of the club's terrible financial situation and was shocked. Could the team have gone bankrupt?
At this time, Li Ang did not know why the chairman had called him here. It was not because he did not have any intentions of becoming the manager of the First Team. It was mainly because of time and experience. Li Ang had only been at Sporting de Gijón for three months. If he was given another year or two, he would be able to lead the B Team even better. When that time came, even if Sporting de Gijón did not promote him to the First Team manager, Li Ang would not be willing to continue coaching the reserve team.
He had just coached the B team for three months. Coupled with his age and identity as a Chinese, he would generally be looked at in a different light in the European football world. Therefore, although Li Ang was very confident about his future, he really did not consider that the First Team manager's throne would have any connection with him.
Because he didn't know why he was called here.
Therefore, after Li Ang greeted the few big shots, he didn't take the initiative to ask after taking a seat.
*****
Manuel Arango also did not speak immediately. He looked at Li Ang.
How young!
Arango understood the concerns of the vice chairman, Beretta, from the age factor. However, Arango still made up his mind. This young manager's outstanding performance in the B Team was obvious to all.
In Arango's opinion, Li Ang might not be very good, but he was currently the most suitable candidate for Sporting de Gijón's First Team manager.
Young and aggressive!
His tactics in the B Team were quite good. Some critics in the Spanish football world had already studied the tactics and praised them.
In addition, there was another point. Although he had only been in Gijón for three months, Li Ang already had a certain amount of popularity and supporters among the fans.
Arango looked at Li Ang sitting opposite him with a calm expression. He was very calm and did not take the initiative to ask anything. Arango was quite satisfied.
"Li, you also watched the game live today. You should also know the terrible situation of the First Team," Arango said.
"First Team?" Li Ang was stunned. Why are you asking me about the situation of the First Team? Suddenly, Li Ang's mind lit up. He remembered the gloomy First Team manager, Lacideria, who he had just met in the corridor. Now, in this office, the chairman, the vice chairman, and the general manager of the club were all here to make a big decision. Now, the chairman mentioned the First Team …
Li Ang's breathing quickened!
He thought of a possibility.
Li Ang took a deep breath and looked at the chairman. "The situation is indeed not optimistic."
"This may be a more difficult job, but it is also an opportunity for you!" Arango said, "Now there is an opportunity. I don't know if you are willing to give it a try …"
With his own conjecture, and now hearing these words from Mr. President, Li Ang felt his mind explode all of a sudden. He was excited. He knew that he could not forget himself at this time. He held his breath and looked at Mr. President with rapt attention!
"Sir, what do you mean?" Li Ang asked. His voice was neither loud nor soft. His tone was calm as he tried to relax his nervous emotions.
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The club's vice chairman, Mr. Beretta, saw Li Ang's nervous expression that he was trying to hide. He snorted. In his heart, he looked down on this Chinese man even more. He tried his best to oppose this appointment. In Beretta's opinion, this Chinese man did not have the ability to coach the First Team, let alone take over the First Team in such a terrible situation.
However, his opinion was rejected. Among the three big shots in this room, the chairman favored this Chinese man. He was the one who took the initiative to let this Chinese man take over the First Team. The general manager, Ayroyd, also seemed to have a good impression of this Chinese man and voted in favor of it …
Li Ang, who was extremely nervous, did not notice the club's vice chairman's expression and actions at all.
Old Arango glanced at Beretta and ignored him. He looked back at Li Ang and said, "Li, you've done well. We've all seen your performance in Team B, and we've seen it all. After you took over, Team B has done very well. We are all very satisfied. The fans are also very satisfied. You have changed Team B in a very short period of time … This is a reflection of your ability … After our discussion, we all agree that you are capable of doing more important work. "
Arango paused for a moment.
Li Ang held his breath and clenched his hands.
"Now, we have decided to invite you to coach the First Team. Of course, this is just a suggestion. We still need to ask for your personal opinion." Arango continued. After that, he stared into Li Ang's eyes.
Although he had guessed it in his heart, Li Ang's heart beat faster when he heard this sentence!
His clenched fists clenched even tighter and then relaxed. His palms were sweaty.
This was an opportunity that he had been dreaming of!
This was a challenge!
This was an opportunity!
An opportunity that could only be found by chance!
"It would be my honor! I am very happy to accept this new job! "Li Ang stood up and answered forcefully. Because of his excitement, his voice trembled a little.
"Thank you for your trust!" Li Ang immediately expressed his position. He said, "I am confident that I can lead the First Team out of this crisis!"
When he said this, Li Ang's expression was firm, and his eyes seemed to be shining …
He knew that the door to a broader stage had unknowingly opened for him at this very moment ….
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