The Strongest Demon Front

Goalkeepers (3): De Gea, Romero, Joel Pereira.

Defenders (9): Rojo, Smalling, Manolas, Van Dijk, Phil Jones, Blind, Luke Shaw, Damian, Wa Buchuan.

Midfielder (8): Carrick, Herrera, Fellaini, Pogba, Kante, Mata, Lingard, Young.

Forwards (4): Chu Ge, Mbappe, Martial, Rashford.

"If you add one or two strong full-backs, it will be more perfect."

Looking at the team's current first-team lineup, Ferguson said to Braida with a smile.

This is Ferguson's office.

Under the famous "Lunchtime in Manhattan" oil painting, Ferguson and Braida sat opposite each other.

Hearing Ferguson's "complaint", Braida shook his head again and again.

"It's easy for you to say, but the question is, where does the money come from?"

"Since Neymar moved to Paris Saint-Germain, the transfer value of excellent players, especially top players, and players with top potential, has really become more and more expensive. Take Kyle Walker as an example. We can’t afford to pay the 51 million worth now. And, to be honest, if Manchester City hadn’t acted early, according to the current transfer market, Walker’s worth might be more than 70 million.”

Braida felt hollowed out of her body.

150 million Mbappe, 80 million Van Dijk, two players have spent all of Manchester United's transfer budget this year.

Even next year's budget is overdrawn.

For two consecutive years, they have invested heavily in the transfer market, and successively created the first, second, third and fourth in the history of Premier League transfers. This is only possible with Manchester United's excellent business operations. If it were any other team in the Premier League, they could only hold the patron's father's thigh, crying and calling him to love me again.

Ferguson nodded.

He understood Braida's difficulty.

But even though huge sums of money have been invested in the transfer market for two consecutive years, Manchester United's current lineup still makes Ferguson a little dissatisfied.

From the perspective of the main central axis, De Gea + Van Dijk, Manolas + Kanter, Pogba + Chuge, Mbappe, the strength of this central axis is almost the top in Europe.

Even against a team of Emperor Saren's level, Manchester United will not be at a clear disadvantage.

However, apart from these top players, the other positions of the team are much more shabby.

It may be okay in the league, but when you meet a top team, these weak links are a bit glaring.

Rooney, 31, has left Manchester United for Everton.

The 35-year-old Ibrahimovic is still recuperating from his injury, and he has already contacted a major league team, and he will not stay with the team after he recovers.

The 31-year-old Yang Zuoshi and Wa Youshi, and the 35-year-old Carrick have all entered the final stage of their careers. They used to be the teams that Ferguson relied heavily on, but if they want to rely on these veterans to pursue the championship, I am afraid it will be difficult for some strongmen.

Ferguson counted.

The first-team squad totals 24 and looks just right.

But the veteran and Mr. Nan Guo are a little too much.

There are only a few players who can really rely on them.

Even with the addition of Scott McTominay and Greenwood who were pulled up from the youth team to train with the first team, it is still a bit stretched.

Ferguson couldn't help shaking his head.

United have had two managers since his last departure. One is the fellow Moyes recommended by him, and the other is the famous Dutch coach Van Gaal. They have all done a lot of work for Manchester United, and their professionalism is worthy of recognition, but judging from the results, the team building effect is really not good.

When Ferguson came back, he still faced a mess.

No wonder famous players and coaches are reluctant to join Manchester United.

It is difficult for Ferguson to imagine how long Manchester United would have to go on this road of reconstruction if it hadn't been for the introduction of Chu Ge last year.

A star player is so important to a team.

"I hope there will not be a serious wave of injuries this year, just like the second half of the league last year." Ferguson prayed for the team.

As long as there are no serious injuries, Manchester United's current lineup is basically sufficient.

"Take it easy, give me another year, and I can make the team's lineup better." Braida comforted the old coach.

He added: "Recently, I have also found two good prospects from Manchester United's scouting report."

"Oh?" Ferguson became a little interested.

Braida continued: "One is Brandon Williams in our youth team. The boy is not yet 17 years old and has just jumped from the youth team to the U18 echelon. He is a left back with good talent and deserves attention. The other is Wan-Bissaka, the right-back of the Crystal Palace reserve team. Our scouts also spoke highly of him. I also found some videos of him and watched him. This guy is also very good.”

Ferguson smiled. He looked at Braida and said, "I'm very relieved to see people. If you are interested, you can continue to follow their performance."

Then, he shook his head, "Unfortunately, these two people are too young, I may not have the opportunity to coach them."

Hearing what Ferguson said, Braida couldn't help but look serious.

"Are you planning to retire again? Is it because of your health?" He asked with concern.

Ferguson nodded.

He stood up, walked to the window, and looked out from the floor-to-ceiling windows of the office.

He could see Chu Ge jogging around the training ground with his Manchester United teammates.

Ferguson looked affectionately.

His eyes were full of reluctance.

"If there are no accidents this year, it should be my last year here. My doctor has given me a warning, and my body will not allow me to engage in this kind of workload again."

"From the day I came back, I knew that sooner or later, there would be a day when I would say goodbye again."

Time blew Ferguson's hair white.

It also blew away the youthful years of countless Manchester United fans.

between sun rise and moon set,

Life never stops for someone.

Braida was silent.

He knows that Ferguson has contributed his all here.

No one loves this place more than this old man.

No one is qualified to ask him to give more.

If Ferguson decides to leave, there must be no other choice.

Braida didn't want to, and didn't want to force her to stay.

in the sun.

Ferguson turned around.

He pointed to Chu Ge in the distance, and said with a smile: "This time I leave, the media will never say that I didn't leave a good foundation for the team."

Braida laughed.

He stood beside Ferguson, also looking towards the training ground.

In fact, when Ferguson retired last time, the foundation left behind was not bad. Whether Van Persie or Rooney, they are all excellent players, otherwise, they would not have won the league championship.

It's just that people are used to Manchester United always winning the championship. When Manchester United is no longer the champion, those problems that are not problems will be hyped up by the media.

And this time.

When Ferguson retired again, what he left for Manchester United were 26-year-old De Gea, 26-year-old Manolas, 26-year-old Van Dijk, 26-year-old Kante, 24-year-old Pogba, 21-year-old Martial, 19-year-old Rashford and 24-year-old Lin Huang.

And 17-year-old Mbappe.

Although this player is very young, he is already a star player who won the Ligue 1 championship in Monaco last year, and his worth is as high as one Chu coin.

Through these few days of training, he has conquered Manchester United teammates.

Almost everyone believes that he will be a promising top player.

Braida even believes that Mbappe's potential is no less than that of Kaka back then. He will be a Golden Globe-level star.

And more importantly, Manchester United also has the 19-year-old Chu Ge.

The 17-year-old Mbappe will become a Golden Globe-level star, while the 19-year-old Chu Ge is already a Golden Globe-level superstar.

Last year's Golden Ball third, last season's Premier League personal honor grand slam, Premier League champion, Europa League champion, top scorer... This young Manchester United captain has become the core of the team.

"The next Manchester United manager will thank you and the fans will always remember your contribution."

Braida looked at Chu Ge from a distance, looked at Chu Ge and his young teammates, and couldn't help expressing emotion.

"By the way, do you have any thoughts on the candidate for the next coach?" Braida turned his head sideways and looked at Ferguson.

Ferguson laughed.

"The last time I recommended Moyes, I have some psychological shadows now, and I dare not recommend a new coach again." He laughed at himself.

"However, if it is really elected, Mourinho or Conte, or Pochettino, they are very good. In fact, I still like Guardiola very much. I wanted to find him to take over last time, but it is a pity. It didn't work out. Now that he's at Manchester City, it's impossible to come to us at Manchester United."

Ferguson shook his head.

He has some regrets.

"Today is different. This time, many coaches will take the initiative to grab the head coach position of Manchester United," Braida said with a smile.

Ferguson also smiled happily.

"Yeah." He looked at Mbappe, looked at Chu Ge, and said: "Who doesn't want to be their coach? Especially Chu Ge. He is like Messi in 2006. Coaching such a player is a great challenge for any player. For the coach, it is a dream thing. It is because of him that I can prepare to retire again with such peace of mind."

"By the way, you mentioned Conte just now?"

Braida and Ferguson looked at each other, and they both laughed.

They all simultaneously remembered the news that caused a lot of noise this summer.

Conte's "text message door incident".

This incident caused Conte and his former lover Diego Costa to have a rift, to attack each other, and staged a farce.

As a result, Chelsea transferred Costa to the reserve team and planned to abandon this general. At the same time, they had to search for guns at high prices in the transfer market, looking for a center forward as Costa's replacement.

Although Meiyan has a bad temper, she is indeed very strong, and she achieved very impressive results last season.

His replacement is not so easy to find.

Chelsea have had a hard time with this, and it has also made many neutral fans watch their jokes.

"Conte didn't handle this matter very well. But, how to put it, his football business ability is still very strong." Ferguson gave his evaluation.

Braida nodded in approval,

If it hadn't been for Chu Ge to lead Manchester United to a bloody road last season, the Italian coach would have won the league championship in his first season in the Premier League.

Captain Kong was a little stunned, and his level was also first-class.

...

next.

Manchester United started the warm-up match before the season.

Like last season, they still went to Huaxia first.

There, they were greeted like the home team.

Chu Ge's popularity made every Manchester United player, even the staff, dumbfounded.

They used police cars to clear the way almost all the way in Huaxia.

Wherever he went, there were crowds of people.

Even in Manchester, Manchester United players have not received such a warm welcome.

What is an international superstar?

Mbappe and his little friends admired the captain five-body.