Football: I can see player entries.

Chapter 52 Reinforcement Plan

Nothing unexpected happened in the following period, and Burton Albion defeated Leeds United 2-1.

No wonder they just beat Huddersfield 7-0.

The Leeds United manager didn't have much to say and could only accept the result, acknowledging in the post-match press conference that there was still a gap in strength between the two sides.

Li Yanqing also unusually praised the opposing team after the match.

The reason we were able to win this game was because luck was on our side.

If we had been completely outplayed in the first half, things wouldn't have gone so smoothly.

The third day after the game ended.

Enzo Fernandez, whom Li Yanqing had been thinking about day and night, finally arrived at Burton and officially joined the club's youth academy!

Everyone knows that he will join the first team once the transfer window opens, so Li Yanqing didn't let him go to see the youth team head coach, Rhein.

Instead, he trained directly with the first-team players.

With the defensive midfield problem finally resolved, the next step is to add a goalkeeper and a winger, and then he'll be confident of making a run for the Premier League this season!

Although veteran goalkeeper Biwatt performed well, his ability is still somewhat lacking, and he is more suitable as a substitute.

As for wingers, there are simply not enough; at most, there are only Jamie and Miller.

There's no rotation system at all. When they need a rest, they can only rely on Sun Yan or the full-backs to fill in, which is really unreliable.

As for the youth training team, there are no promising strikers.

The only player Li Yanqing was satisfied with in terms of his profile was Li Yichuan, who was still undergoing modifications and seemed more suited to playing center forward than winger.

Fortunately, Felchar was very efficient and quickly provided him with another list.

Regarding goalkeepers, he suggested buying Ajax's first-choice goalkeeper, Onana.

Another option is Fabri, a player from the French second-division club Bourg-Bourg.

What interests Li Yanqing most is Manchester City's goalkeeper, Joe Hart.

Joe Hart is undoubtedly one of the best goalkeepers in England.

But what's both funny and frustrating is that he always ends up being the backdrop for all sorts of amazing goals.

For example, Ibrahimovic's incredible bicycle kick from 30 meters out, and Rooney's magical shot that allowed him to triumph in the Manchester derby...

While creating this classic scene, the goalkeeper may be the only victim.

So much so that it's rumored that if you see Hartmon take a shot, you might just score.

However, his own strength is undeniable. His highlights, such as making Messi question his existence by making crazy saves and running across half the field to intercept a sure goal, are equally impressive.

Hart is in a difficult situation at Manchester City now, as Guardiola has bought Ederson, who has completely taken over the starting position.

They are now considering leasing out the former.

As for a buyout, they definitely can't afford it, and unlike Nasri's situation, Hart still has many teams willing to take him in.

But it's different if it's a loan; they don't have to pay as much money, and the player himself won't have any resistance.

Therefore, Li Yanqing ignored the first two options and brought in Nasri.

They were teammates before, so he could contact Hart first to see if the other party was interested in loaning him out.

"Don't worry, boss, Hart and I have a good relationship."

"Anyway, he can't play football now, so he should be happy to come here."

Nasri quickly assured Li Yanqing that the matter was feasible, and that he had a good relationship with most of the players, except for head coach Guardiola.

As for wingers, Felchar also provided a list of three.

The first is 22-year-old Rafinha from the Portuguese Primeira Liga club Vitória de Guimarães. He has been performing well recently and is a promising young talent.

Then there's Fernandinho, a 31-year-old winger who plays for Flamengo in the Brazilian Serie A.

The last one is rather strange, because the other party isn't a serious football player.

It's the famous sprinter Usain Bolt!

The world record holder in sprinting!

"Well... I learned from some sources that this sprint champion, who retired in August of this year, wants to try his hand at football."

"I think his speed is still amazing."

"Aren't you just good at coaching players?"

"Anyway, he's not short of money, so we won't suffer any losses."

Felchar's point was simple: since the other party had money, they could offer them a salary and let them give it a try.

"Are you crazy, Phil?!"

"Putting aside his skill level, we need to see if the club has the opportunity to give him experience."

"He's already 32 years old. To be honest, even professional football players at this age are no longer suited to rely on speed!"

Li Yanqing decisively rejected the suggestion.

The opponent is indeed very fast, but that doesn't mean they can play good football. Otherwise, just send eleven sprinters onto the field and they'll be running all over the place.

Even Kyrie Irving, the young prodigy who once dazzled the world, and Kaka, who amazed everyone, couldn't keep running at top speed forever.

Various injuries and illnesses will always come knocking.

Li Yanqing also immediately rejected Fernandinho, who is also 31 years old.

If they have plenty of money, it doesn't matter. They can just buy it, use it for a year or two, and then sell it off at a fire sale price.

The problem is that they are so short of money that every penny must be spent wisely.

"Alright then, do you need a new list?"

Felchar didn't think Rafinha could solve the problem; he knew that the first player offered was generally unaffordable for most clubs.

"Yes, I had Chris ask them, and they want Rafinia to fetch over five million pounds."

"Okay, wait a week, I'll give you the new list..."

Felchar's list of wingers was completely empty, but the good news is that Joe Hart is willing to be loaned to Burton for a year.

"Yes, he agreed, but on one condition."

Nasri said to Li Yanqing with a determined expression.

He said that if Burton fails to qualify for the Premier League next season, the buyout clause cannot be activated.

"Boss, me too."

"I will transfer to Burton on a free transfer, but if I fail to get promoted, please allow me to leave as a free agent!"

"In exchange, I can accept a very low salary for the next six months!"

It seems they not only discussed Hart's transfer, but also his own.

The result of their discussion was that they would only stay if the club was promoted to the Premier League.

Li Yanqing answered the other party almost without thinking, his expression unusually excited.

"No problem, Nasri!"

"Tell Hart that I agree to both of your conditions!"

"But if we get promoted to the Premier League, we'll have to sign a long-term contract!"