The road to godhood starting from Ligue 1

Chapter 27: Aspirations for the Championship

Chapter 27: Aspirations for a Championship
2 month 8 number.

Turin, Italy.

Juventus general manager Marotta was drinking coffee and looking through the information of young players.

This is one of his daily hobbies, checking out young players in various European leagues.

Scratch-off lottery tickets are just like gambling; they are addictive.

To achieve results, they naturally need to buy mature men, but mature men are expensive. Xiao Yao is very cost-effective, with a low transfer fee, low salary, and even no signing bonus.

If you can't kick it out, you won't lose anything. If you can kick it out, you will make a fortune.

Last season, Marotta took over as the general manager of Juventus. As a new official, he made three major moves and armed Juventus to the teeth. However, coach Del Neri made a mess of the situation and the championship-contending team ended up seventh in Serie A!
Despite such a complete defeat, Del Neri still had the nerve to refuse to resign, which made Marotta so angry that he paid the penalty and kicked him out.

This season, Marotta was not discouraged. After clearing out a group of players who were not suitable for the team, he continued to make big signings and even brought Pirlo, who was not wanted by AC Milan next door, to Turin.

After getting rid of Del Neri, the team invited the famous Conte, who had played for the Zebras for thirteen years.

And Conte did bring surprises to Juventus!

This season, the team is currently unbeaten in 21 Serie A rounds, with 9 draws and 12 wins.

Marotta was in a very good mood.

I am even more confident about tomorrow's Italian Cup semi-final against AC Milan.

After a season without any of the four major titles, it's time for Juventus to win the championship!
Marotta kept flipping through the pages, but no news came to his mind that would catch his eye.

Until he accidentally saw an extra note from the scout, "Former AC Milan player Marco is optimistic and hopes Milan can sign him."

AC Milan?

Old Bay was fined 5.6 million, so how can they afford to recruit players? I am afraid that they will not be able to keep even the current key players next season and will have to sell them to pay off the debt.

There was a thick stack of information, but he really didn't take a serious look at the player's situation.

He has always been accustomed to looking at the number of appearances first.

This player has only played three times for the French Ligue 2 first team, so he was inevitably overlooked by him.

Marotta looked at the page carefully again. Yann Gayo, a 17-year-old French winger.

"Four goals and one assist in three games?"

"Excellent ball sense, strong dribbling ability, elegant style, a Ronaldinho-like model?"

Look at the scouting reports.

Marotta became interested and immediately called the scouting department. "There's a winger named Yann Gaiot from Bastia in Ligue 2. Please follow up on him, find out more about him, and submit a detailed scouting report to me next month."

Marotta hung up the phone and continued to read.

"N'Golo Kante? Another one from Ligue 2? Who submitted this? Don't try to make up the numbers like this."

Bastia training base.

Hagibegic announced the squad for tomorrow's match against Lille, and Gaio's name appeared in the starting lineup.

Everyone has heard about Gaio's starting lineup in the past few days.

When you really hear it.

I still feel a little sad. He is only 17 years old and has a bright future.

Competitions like the French Cup against Ligue 1 teams are the best opportunities for players from lower-level teams to showcase themselves.

With their understanding of Gaio's strength, he will definitely attract the attention of many top league teams.

After the last game against Monaco.

In addition to the usual praise from the local media in Bastia, even some media in Paris have begun to report on Gaio.

According to a reporter's revelations, Paris Saint-Germain is expected to introduce Gaio in the summer window. The reason is very simple. Gaio's own strength has been recognized. In addition, Gaio's younger brother, Lupe Diwan, is currently in the Paris youth training camp.

This is Paris, the city that the French most yearn for.

It is far better than the island life in Bastia, and many players are extremely envious.

"Okay, today's training is over. Everyone, have a good rest and prepare for tomorrow's game." After Hajibegic dismissed the team, he looked at Gio alone and said, "Gio, come with me." Gio immediately followed.

office.

Hagibegic said, "As a starter, you will face a lot of defensive pressure. How is it? Are you confident?"

Gaio nodded, "As long as Maolida and the others can create some space for me, I'm confident."

Unexpectedly, Hajibegic shook his head.

Gaio was a little confused.

Hajibegic continued, "You won't have much support in this match. We're playing a 5-4-1 formation, defending and counterattacking. If there's a chance to counterattack, you'll basically have to rely on yourself. At most, Maolida can help. The others are fine in the early stages, but they won't be able to keep up physically in the latter stages. And you, I plan to have you play for 60 minutes. Are you physically fit?"

"Okay, there's no problem with physical fitness."

Facing Lille, defensive counterattack is Bastia's only way out, which Gaio can understand.

In fact, Gaio was still wondering why Hajibegic called him here. It couldn't be just these two words of advice, right?

Hajibegic seemed to understand what he was thinking and changed the subject, asking, "Geo, do you think we can beat Lille?"

Gaio immediately replied, "Before the final whistle, I don't know the result, and I try not to think about it. I will just do my best to get the ball into the net when I come on the pitch."

"Haha, good. That's why I came to you alone. You're driven! You're young and ambitious!" Hagibegic walked over and patted Gaio on the shoulder. "Do your best. If we can win this game, you'll start in every French Cup match from now on."

Gaio was even more confused.

Hagibegic asked, "Don't you want to win the French Cup?"

Ok?
Gaio's expression remained unchanged, but he was secretly complaining, you are just empty talk.

Hajibegic didn't wait for Gaio's answer before continuing, "I want a championship. I don't think winning just the French Ligue 2 title is enough. I admit, I have a gamble, and that's you!"

"I won't be adding more offensive players, so you can only rely on your individual combat capabilities. I can only ensure that there are enough players on the defensive end and that we lose as few balls as possible."

"As time goes on, the opponents will become stronger and stronger, and they will take it more seriously. After all, the chances of winning the championship increase as time goes on. Those who want to give up may have already given up in these two rounds."

"So, you want a championship?"

Hajibegic spoke a series of words.

Gaio knows he is painting himself a rosy picture, but when it comes to winning the championship, ask yourself, does he really want it?

he thinks!

If competitive sports are not for championships and honor, then there is no need for competitive sports to exist.

sports!

Just want to compete!

Being a champion is proof that you are better than others. No one will remember the runner-up unless you open champagne at halftime.

"I think!"

Gaio answered firmly.

An ambition to win the championship is growing and sprouting at this moment.

When Gaio returned to the training ground, his teammates had already left.