Football: I can see player entries.

Chapter 269 Exclusive Thugs

Old Trafford.

Solskjaer sat down on the edge of the training field with a worried look on his face.

He was struggling with how to face Burton.

The team has performed terribly this season. They have only won one and lost two of their first three games, and they don't look like a top team at all.

And these players...

Their honeymoon period is completely over.

"It's all taken care of, sir."

"At the last minute, we loaned Lingard to West Ham."

"There's hardly anyone in the locker room willing to speak up for Pogba now."

Carrick seemed to be in a good mood; just now, he had helped the sporting director finalize the transfer.

"His performance might earn him a substitute position."

"The team needs to bounce back."

However, Solskjaer's expression did not change upon hearing this.

He simply took out his phone and showed the other person his chat history with Mr. Woodward.

“I’m afraid it’s not the right time yet, Michael.”

“Our CEO is very dissatisfied with our performance this season and has asked us to activate Pogba as soon as possible.”

He said that if they lost to a third-rate team like Burton, everyone's future would be in jeopardy.

"To be honest, that was true two years ago, or even a year ago."

"But now, look at their net worth..."

“Li is different. He has all the authority the club has regarding the team.” Carrick shook his head helplessly. In fact, in today’s business environment, few owners can tolerate a coach with such a position in the club.

“He has some talent, we have to admit that.”

"But I heard that Robinson Crusoe is in dire straits himself recently, and their condition is not very good."

"But our players are in absolutely terrible form!" Solskjaer said, glancing at the players on the training field.

"Look...hey?"

However, this glance surprised him.

Pogba, that notoriously difficult player to manage, was actually training seriously.

"He really disliked Burton."

“I’m sure you know what he went through there before.”

"Don't worry."

"We can wait until after this match to take him down."

"But we can't count on anyone." Solskjaer was still worried about how the team would organize their attack after signing Pogba.

Relying on Fred? Don't be ridiculous...

"Don't we still have Bruno?"

"He has great potential."

"Sir, some difficulties must always be overcome..."

Carrick actually has high aspirations, just like everyone who's just starting out as a coach.

I always feel like, does the team just not know how to play football without so-and-so?

After the initial pain subsides, everything will be alright.

But he overlooked one point.

This requires a manager who doesn't like to cause trouble...

"Hey, gentlemen."

Have you figured out how to play the next game?

"We must win. Even though we are playing away, Manchester United are fearless."

"If we lose, I will deduct everyone's prize money."

Woodward made a rare appearance on the training field, but he didn't bring any good news.

Wouldn't the right way to incentivize winning be to give everyone a bonus if they win?

"I won't let you deduct my bonus!"

"They're a bunch of thugs!"

"Football hooligan!"

Pogba was the only one to respond; he was genuinely driven to the point where he wanted to have a real showdown with Burton.

“I hope you can do it…” Carrick whispered in agreement.

He still remembered how they won against Burton in the last game.

Thanks to the outstanding performances of Pogba and De Gea.

Judging from the recent games, the former tends to tank, while the latter makes frequent mistakes.

It's not that he can't win, but he feels that continuing to use these two people won't lead to victory.

"Of course!"

"Then it's such a happy decision!"

Woodward was all smiles, confident that Manchester United would be no worse than Burton.

He himself was far superior to the other party's boss, Robinson.

After the CEO left, Solskjaer and Carrick covered their heads and whispered.

"Okay, now we can think about how to boost the team's morale."

"What wins players' loyalty is reward, not punishment..."

Meanwhile, on the other side, at Burton's training ground.

They are also actively preparing for the competition.

"Guys, the next match is against Manchester United."

"I'll just say one thing."

"If we win, we'll book an entire villa for the whole day."

"Whether it's a party, entertainment, or finding women, do whatever you want."

"I will personally cover all expenses for this day."

"If you lose, you'd better train properly."

"Manchester United played terribly, you want a holiday when you can't even beat them?"

"There's no door!"

"Don't worry, boss, we'll win this time!" Murphy was the first to raise his hand.

He wasn't actually that enthusiastic about training; he worked very hard before because his skills were still weak.

But now, he feels he is able to adapt to the team's tactics.

He's been cooped up in the club lately and isn't allowed to go out, which has really made him feel stifled.

"Is Manchester United really that easy to beat?"

Manolas scratched the back of his head; he came from Serie A and was unaware of Manchester United's current situation.

Of course, everyone had heard of the club's legends before this.

"They are already past their prime."

"Well... probably."

Quinn's tone wasn't entirely certain, because they had lost a game last season.

It's really frustrating.

"Judging from their overall strength, they weren't very confident against us last season."

"We won the first round, but we lost the second round, and it was a very frustrating loss."

"So this is still a competition to find a stage."

Manchester United's situation is different from Newcastle United's.

Few people experienced the tragedy that the latter brought, but they all remember what happened last season.

Because he lost the match, he was attacked by Hans for a long time.

"In short, we need to give it our all."

"It's the same as last time."

"Let's get as many in as we can."

Li Yanqing had no intention of giving Carrick any face.

Although he was one of the few people he had a decent relationship with at Old Trafford.

"I'm ready to deal with that guy."

"His hairstyle disgusts me."

"Hopefully, this time it's a different one."

Matthias knew very well that he would definitely get a starting position.

Moreover, his task will remain the same as long as he faces Manchester United.

This Burton first-choice enforcer will always belong to Pogba on the pitch.

Do you remember your location?

"Theoretically, I play as a defensive midfielder, so I'll practice more these next few days."

"But don't worry too much about it, you're just following him around anyway..."