Super Marshal

As we approach 2016, the atmosphere in Chinese football is becoming increasingly tense.

The Football Congress has just come to an end, and many of the major changes expected by the outside world have not happened as planned.

For example, the national team coach Perrin was fired.

This head coach who performed poorly in the World Cup qualifiers has transformed from a popular god to a focus of national attack. Almost everyone thinks that he should take the blame and resign.

However, at the Football Association meeting, the issue of head coach Perrin was always brushed aside. The only positive response was, "As for Perrin's departure, we need to deal with it in accordance with the contract and procedures. There is no information that can be disclosed to the outside world for the time being. "

Such an official statement obviously could not satisfy the angry fans. Everyone regarded this statement as a prevarication, so they naturally pointed the finger at the Football Association.

At the same time, there were rumors inside the Football Association that they hoped to invite Gao Han to serve as the executive committee member of the Football Association and participate in the decision-making of the Football Association. However, after the Football Congress, it was not Gao Han who was selected as the executive committee member, but someone else.

This once again caused an uproar in the domestic public opinion, and what made the fans even more angry was that the Football Association had no explanation at all.

Could it be said that they are really so afraid that Gao Han will enter the decision-making level of the Football Association and affect their interests and cake?

Looking at the entire Football Congress, the real change came from the General Administration of Sports' statement that it would no longer interfere in the selection of coaches for national-level teams, and that all matters would be left to the Football Association to operate independently. According to outside interpretations, this is a major change. Obvious progress.

The Vice Chairman of the Football Association also said in an interview with reporters at the closing ceremony of the conference that the Football Association's reform plan has basically been released. In the future, the Football Association will transform into an executive agency rather than a decision-making body, and will also initiate the reform of local football associations.

Deputy Director Cai also reiterated at the final media meeting that the General Administration of Sports will no longer intervene in the selection of coaches for national teams. He also outlined a three-step strategy for Chinese football. The short-term goal is to improve Chinese football within three to five years. Development environment and atmosphere, innovative management models, etc.

Within eight to ten years, the youth football population must be significantly increased, and the level of the national team must be among the best in Asia. The long-term goal is to build China into a world-leading team and enter the World Cup ten years within ten to twenty years, or even longer. Top six.

Regarding the three-step strategy, the reaction of the on-site media was very strong. Some people questioned that this was a slogan. However, Deputy Director Cai said that the Football Association will draw up a road map as soon as possible, and he expressed full confidence in achieving this goal.

"It will be very difficult to achieve this goal, but it is not impossible. We will recruit talents from all walks of life to join the Football Association, and we will actively learn from the world's advanced head coaches."

But when the media asked, if we really want to learn from the world's advanced coaches, why did Gao Han, who had a strong voice before the meeting, not be selected as the executive committee member of the Football Association this time?

Deputy Director Cai responded, "There is no doubt that Mr. Gao Han is the world's top head coach. I have had many private communications with him. He is not interested in joining the Football Association Executive Committee, and neither are we." We believe he is not suitable for such a job, so we respect his wishes."

"But we have many other cooperations with Mr. Gao Han and Chinatown, and there will be more cooperation in the future. Here, I can only respond to all the fans who care about Chinese football on behalf of the Football Association. We welcome everyone's calls. I heard it, but there are many things we need to go through procedures and it will take some time.”

This kind of response still cannot satisfy the fans' doubts. They hope to see changes faster and more efficiently, and even see results.

And time passed quietly amidst the chaos in China, and we entered 2016.

Gao Han also quietly returned to BJ in such a tense and undercurrent atmosphere.

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"You did a very good job this time, and the superiors have a very good impression of you, especially him. It is said that during a meeting with various departments, he even publicly stated that if even you can't turn the situation around, then anyone else will. It’s impossible to do any better.”

At his home in BJ Yuyuan Villa District, Gao Han had just returned from the Capital Airport in Xiang Tianming's car. Lin Guoping and his wife were already waiting here. As soon as Gao Han arrived, he sat in the living room to talk and learn about the latest domestic trends.

"As far as I know, he has made it clear that he will unconditionally support your coaching of the national team and will make every effort not to disappoint the domestic fans. Even if it is inevitable that he will fail in the World Cup again, he must not be like Such a coward now.”

Gao Han nodded slightly. He already knew these words when they communicated on the phone.

"Boss, you have taken over a hot potato now." Xiang Tianming said with some worry.

Everyone is well aware of the current situation of the national football team. Gao Han takes over at this time and is really betting on the honor and disgrace of his life.

"I learned from the Football Association that as early as after the zero-0 away draw with Hong Kong, the Football Association had already launched a preparatory plan. It is said that they also contacted several well-known domestic and foreign head coaches, but no one was willing to take over and they all refused. ”

Gao Han raised the corner of his mouth slightly, "I know, Lippi is one of them, he called me."

He has always had a good relationship with Lippi. When Lippi coached Hengda, it had something to do with Gao Han's support, because Hengda had a lot of cooperation with Chinatown, including the Guangzhou Chinatown Youth Training Center and coaches. and other training.

Xiang Tianming opened his mouth, wanting to say something, but didn't say anything.

He understood Gao Han. Since Gao Han said he knew and made such a decision, no matter how much he said, he probably would not change Gao Han's decision.

"Then what are you going to do?" Lin Guoping asked with concern.

Gao Han is his son-in-law, and he is just a daughter. As long as it is within his ability, he will do his best to help.

"I don't know. With the current situation, I can only take it step by step. Time is very tight. I don't have time to think about anything else. The only thing I can do is to work hard to play well in the next two games."

The national team has two World Cup qualifiers at the end of March, which are very critical. Only by playing these two games well can the national football team have hope of continuing to stand out from the top 40 group stage. As long as the promotion is successful, there is still half a year to prepare for the ten Quarterfinals.

But the training camp of the national team is already very tight, and there is not much time at all. And Gao Han must integrate the team into shape in the shortest time possible, which will be very big for him and the coaching staff. test.

Fortunately, he has already explained everything while he was in Madrid, and the coaching staff will soon fly to BJ to prepare in advance. Once he takes office, he will immediately get to work.

"How is Peilan's situation?" Gao Han asked.

"He returned to France for Christmas. It is said that the Football Association has called to summon him back, and he himself is also prepared for the end of get out of class. I believe that an agreement can be reached in early January." Xiang Tianming took the words and replied.

"Where's the contract?"

"Every step of the way leads to wisdom. The Football Association is more experienced this time. It should be able to control the compensation amount to three months' monthly salary, which is about one million euros. After all, it is a unilateral termination of the contract, and the compensation is within the limit." It’s inevitable.”

Gao Han nodded slightly, it would be good to be able to terminate the contract with Perlan at this price.

"By the way, what kind of salary does the Football Association plan to hire you this time?" Xiang Tianming asked curiously.

Gao Han's annual salary is the highest in the world. When he was coaching Paris Saint-Germain, it already reached 100 million euros. This is definitely an astronomical sum in China, and it is simply not something the Football Association can afford.

"I have not discussed my own annual salary, and there is no need to discuss it. However, the annual salary of my coaching team is 10 million euros after tax."

It doesn’t need to be said how outstanding Gao Han’s team is. Sergio Garcia is the world’s leading data analysis expert, Pedro Haro is the best goalkeeper coach in the world, and Lorenzo Buena Ventura is the world's most outstanding physical coach, as well as the world's most authoritative sports psychology expert Steve Peters.

It's not just Gao Han who is responsible for his success. With this gold medal team, any one of them can make the wealthy teams flock to him and recruit them with high salaries. Apart from Gao Han, there is no other person in the world who can combine them into a team.

As for Gao Han's chief assistant coach, he chose Xiao Mu.

Xiao Mu was the player Gao Han coached in the Chinatown Community Cup more than ten years ago. After winning the cup, he once played in the professional league, but retired a few years later and joined Chinatown as a coach. He learned a lot from Gao Han and others. Dongxi has done a great job over the years. He is currently the head coach of the second team in Chinatown. He has played very well in the third-level league this season and has attracted the favor of many professional teams.

But compared with following Gao Han as the chief assistant coach, even the coaching position of a La Liga team is not attractive to Xiao Mu.

What's more, this time he is coaching the Chinese national team.

Such a coaching team is absolutely worth 10 million euros after annual salary and tax.

Lin Guoping, who was listening on the side, immediately took over, "Don't worry, the superiors have made it clear that they will never let you suffer. I believe he will let others handle it."

Gao Han smiled slightly, he had never been worried about this.

Money is no longer what he values.

If he really loves money so much, then he should continue to coach at Paris Saint-Germain. The salary of 100 million euros a year is enough for him to squander in his whole life. He will not choose to coach the national team at all.

"Tianming, please help me make arrangements. After I officially take over the national team, I hope to transfer some personnel from Chinatown to serve in the national team. They will know more about me and use it more smoothly."

What Gao Han is talking about are employees, such as a press officer. He needs a more qualified press officer to be responsible for public relations matters to avoid the recurrence of things like the previous international players who choked fans on social media.

Regardless of the outcome of the game, or who is right or wrong, this kind of thing should not happen in itself, and it can also reflect the national team's shortcomings in this aspect.

There are many similar positions. According to Gao Han's vision, he needs to recruit professionals in various fields and form a national team coaching team, which is expected to number more than 20 people.

"Okay, I'll go back and prepare. If you need anyone, let me know in advance."

Chinatown still has sufficient talent reserves in this area, and supporting the national team is not a problem.

"During this period of time, there has been a lot of noise outside, and the fans have reacted very strongly, so I will not come forward. Please help me pay close attention to the situation and progress, and keep in touch at any time."

Lin Guoping and Xiang Tianming looked at each other and both understood Gao Han's intentions.

At this time, he really should keep a low profile. After all, once the news is leaked in advance, it may not be a good thing for his superiors, the Football Association, Perrin, or even Gao Han himself.