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Chapter 487: The boss of Manchester United, a new era for the Red Devils!
The weather in Los Angeles in July is very pleasant.

The Manchester United players were just wearing short-sleeved training suits and sweating profusely on the field.

Among them, many people also wore masks of pain on their faces.

The preseason is a good time to build up your physical strength.

Therefore, most clubs will conduct a lot of physical training before the season to allow players to adapt to the rhythm of the game and find their competitive form as quickly as possible.

And physical training is often the most tiring!

Perhaps last season was too successful, so many players indulged in eating and drinking during the offseason.

During preseason physicals in Los Angeles, many players were overweight.

For example, Martial, Rashford and Lingard.

As they are of similar age, the three are considered good friends and have agreed to go on vacation to Spain together during the off-season.

However, the three were photographed by The Sun entering and leaving a famous nightclub in Spain and getting drunk with women.

Although Mourinho is not as concerned and demanding about the players' private lives as Ferguson.

However, he was also very dissatisfied with the three people's behavior of hanging out in nightclubs, drinking and picking up girls during the off-season.

According to The Sun, Mourinho, who learned the news, called the three people directly and claimed that they could drink and smoke, but they did not want to be photographed.

They also issued a warning, saying that if they saw newspaper reports of them drinking, smoking or picking up girls in nightclubs again, the three of them would report to the reserve team together!
The three people who received the call were so scared that they sobered up immediately and assured Mourinho that such a thing would not happen again.

Even if it's only been one season.

However, Mourinho has left a deep personal imprint on this Manchester United team with his strict management style and iron-fisted approach.

Especially after winning the treble in his first season with the team, Mourinho's reputation has reached an unprecedented high, and he has won the recognition and full support of Manchester United's top management.

It is no exaggeration to say that he has the final say in today's Manchester United!

Of course, these three restless young people were not the only ones photographed by The Sun.

As Manchester United's top star and the most popular football player in the UK, Ling Feng was followed by many paparazzi while on vacation in Italy.

However, Ling Feng's holiday activities are more normal.

Either they attend business events and make a lot of money;
Or just stroll along the street with your girlfriend and enjoy the romantic time between young lovers.

Compared to English players who are always photographed drinking and smoking, hanging out in nightclubs, or involved in scandals such as prostitution and cheating, Ling Feng is so self-disciplined that he seems like an outlier!
Of course, in addition to some overweight players, there are also many players who control their diet during the offseason and maintain their weight and condition very well.

For example, Ling Feng, Kante, Ibrahimovic, Herrera and so on.

Therefore, facing the intense physical training in the pre-season, they did not seem to feel too tired.

"Okay, today's training ends here."

When Mourinho blew a long whistle, the players also breathed a sigh of relief.

However, Ling Feng, who was taking the football to go for extra practice, was called to the sidelines by Mourinho.

"Ling, go take a shower first, then come to my office."

"Roger that, Boss."

Ten minutes later, Ling Feng, who had just finished taking a shower and changed his clothes, knocked on Mourinho's office door:
"Boss, are you looking for me?"

"Well, sit down."

After Ling Feng sat down, Mourinho did not speak, but silently picked up the teapot and poured Ling Feng a cup of steaming hot tea:

"The tea you gave me last time was amazing. I drank some at night and felt much more energetic!"

Hearing this, Ling Feng just smiled slightly:
"I'm glad you like it. Next time I'll bring you some tea from other places for you to try."

"By the way, thank you for calling me that day."

Half a month ago, Mourinho's father Felix died of illness.

Ling Feng, who learned the news from Mendes, immediately called Mourinho to express his condolences.

This move touched Mourinho deeply.

"You may not know this, but after your call, Pep (Guardiola) also called me."

After hearing this, Ling Feng was silent for a while. Before he could speak, Mourinho changed the subject:

"I heard from Jorge that you are going to launch your own personal brand like Cristiano did?"

“Yes, it is being prepared now.”

"That's great. If I were thirty years younger, I would probably follow your example and create my own personal brand, haha."

After chatting about family matters for a while, Mourinho suddenly changed the subject:
"Okay, let's get back to the topic. I called you here because I want to tell you something."

After a pause, Mourinho's expression became serious:
"Ling, I plan to appoint you as the captain of Manchester United, what do you think?"

This sudden question made Ling Feng raise his eyebrows.

Manchester United's captain?!

Although he also read ESPN's analysis article on Manchester United's new captain candidate, he also felt that he was qualified to be captain.

However, he did not expect that Mourinho would actually choose himself as captain.

After changing his mind, he was immediately relieved!

why not?
In terms of age and qualifications, he really has no advantage.

He is neither a Manchester United youth player nor a veteran who has served for many years.

However, in the field of sports competition, seniority and age have never been a problem.

Strength is the last word!
A team considers many factors when choosing a captain.

Either they can unite their teammates, or they have high mental attributes, or they have outstanding skills.

Personal strength is the most basic requirement for a captain.

Because only the strong can convince their teammates, gain the trust of the head coach, and make the fans cheer for them.

If the captain of a team is not capable enough to play as the main player of the team, he can only sit on the bench.

So how do you lead the team?
By passing water and waving towels?!
And Ling Feng is exactly the strongest person in Manchester United!
Of course, in addition to his unique personal strength, his status and influence within the team are also very strong.

In the Manchester United lineup, Kante, Maguire, Rashford, Lingard, Luke Shaw, Smalling, Phil Jones and others are either his former teammates or younger brothers, or his national team teammates or younger brothers.

In terms of fame, he is the top star of Manchester United and the Premier League, and also the best active player in Britain!
He is the superstar invited by Ferguson himself to join the team, and the son of destiny praised by all the famous seniors day and night!

Thinking of this, Ling Feng did not show any politeness or modesty and answered directly:

"I think this is a very correct decision! Manchester United will definitely become the best club in the world under my leadership!" Ling Feng's answer made Mourinho very satisfied, and he smiled:
"Very good! I like your confidence! I will announce this decision at the press conference tomorrow, you'd better be prepared in advance."

. . .

The next day.

7 month 14 number.

On the eve of the pre-season match against LA Galaxy, Manchester United manager Mourinho held a press conference.

Following him into the media room was the team's star player Ling Feng.

Seeing Mourinho and Ling Feng, the master and apprentice, many reporters in the media room immediately realized that something big was happening and pressed the shutter buttons one after another.

really.

Things turned out just as they expected!
After sitting down, Mourinho announced publicly that the 22-year-old Ling Feng will take over the captain's armband left by the former captain Rooney and become the new captain of the Red Devils Manchester United!
Then, under the flashing lights, Mourinho explained his decision to the world:

"I don't really like the criterion that the captain should be the player who has played the longest at the club."

"Because sometimes there are players who don't have the qualities to be captain and he is chosen as captain simply because he has been in the team longer."

"And Ling Feng's ability and leadership qualities are obvious to all. I believe that he will be the best candidate to lead Manchester United to success!"

After Mourinho announced the decision, Ling Feng also accepted an interview with reporters.

"It is a huge honour for me to be the captain of such a great club!"

"I am very grateful to the coach and this club for the important task they have given me. I have always loved challenges."

“The captaincy is a recognition and motivation for me.”

“Of course, I know full well that leaders are not chosen, but become.”

"I will prove with my actions that I will be the one to lead Manchester United forward!"

Following the rhythmic speech, the media room once again
Mourinho, who was sitting next to him, looked at Ling Feng with satisfaction.

This kid's speech is really good!
You are worthy of being the captain I chose!
Becoming the captain of a top European team at such a young age is a recognition of Ling Feng's personal strength and leadership qualities.

However, Ling Feng, who is already 22 years old and is about to reach the milestone of Premier League games, is already mature and calm enough.

Moreover, stories of young heroes taking on the responsibility of team leadership are common in football.

Alonso and Torres had become captains of the team when they were only 19 years old!

He, Ling Feng, is much better than Alonso and Torres!
At this point, the 22-year-old Ling Feng has become the leader of this new Red Devils!

At the same time, he also became the second youngest captain in Manchester United's history.

Bobby Charlton, the greatest English player who became the captain of Manchester United at the age of 21 and led Manchester United out of the shadow of the Munich air crash and back to the top of Europe!

As the press conference came to an end, major media outlets also reported it extensively.

Keywords such as "Ling Feng Manchester United", "Manchester United Captain", and "Captain Ling Feng" quickly became popular searches.

Manchester United legends expressed their approval and support for Mourinho's decision on social media.

"This is a wise decision!" - Ferdinand.

"There is no doubt that Ling Feng is the best player in Manchester United and even in England! He is the best candidate!" - Gary Neville
"He is a natural leader!" - Beckham.

Lineker, who previously believed that Ling Feng could become Manchester United captain, also posted a domineering celebration photo of Ling Feng on social media, and wrote:
"Once again, Red Devils fans, you're welcome!"

Even Ferguson said in an interview that even though Ling Feng is only 22 years old, his demeanor, personality and confidence are enough to take on the responsibility of captain.

Finally, the Manchester United godfather gave a very high evaluation:

"I see the shadow of Robson and Cantona in this young man!"

"I have no doubt he will make a great captain!"

Manchester United players were not surprised by this decision.

In Manchester United under Mourinho, Ling Feng's status in the locker room is second only to Rooney, even higher than Carrick who often sits on the bench.

Last season, he basically performed the duties of captain on the field.

In addition to calling on his teammates, he would even call on his teammates to make free substitutions and change the team's established tactics based on the progress of the game.

Mourinho is not at all disgusted by Ling Feng's operations. Instead, he feels that having a team brain like Ling Feng to give commands on the field at any time is a very worry-free thing.

With Rooney leaving the team and Carrick officially retiring, Ling Feng is undoubtedly the new leader of the Red Devils!

As for the fans, of course they agree with it wholeheartedly!

A large number of Red Devils fans and Ling Feng fans flocked to the official website and posted comments, almost crashing the server.
At noon the next day, Manchester United played their first pre-season game in the United States against the MLS giants Los Angeles Galaxy.

And Ling Feng also wore the captain's armband of Manchester United for the first time!
Inside the visiting team's locker room at the Home Depot Center, Manchester United players gathered in a circle wearing their new season's home jerseys.

Then, everyone turned their attention to Ling Feng, who had just been appointed as captain.

Ling Feng was well prepared for this.

He put his left arm around Kante and his right arm around Luke Shaw, then said seriously:

"Guys, this is a pre-season game. A good start is very important, let's start the new season with a win!"

As soon as the words fell, everyone shouted the pre-match slogan in unison:

"Go, Manchester United!!!"

Under the watchful eyes of nearly 22,000 fans at the Home Depot Center, the two teams filed out of the player tunnel.

Ling Feng, wearing the No. 7 jersey and the captain's armband on his left arm, led the way onto the field.

When the live camera was focused on the new Manchester United captain with his head held high, the whole audience burst into cheers.

Although more than half of the starting lineup are young players and substitutes.

However, main players such as Ling Feng, Kante, Bailly and De Gea all appeared on the field.

Maguire and Bailly, who are partnering as central defenders for the first time, have good understanding.

Maguire, who had just joined the top club, was not at all stage-shy. Instead, he repeatedly demonstrated his advantage in aerial balls.

However, the most exciting moment of the game occurred in the thirteenth minute!
Ling Feng retreated to the midfield to get the ball, dribbled past the Los Angeles midfielder who was defending him, and then shot directly from a distance of more than 30 meters from the goal!

The speed of the ball is so fast that it is unbelievable.

Until the ball flew into the net from the upper right corner of the goal, the Los Angeles goalkeeper on the goal line remained motionless.

Ling Feng, who scored the goal, just opened his arms, stood proudly, and looked around the field like a king.

The new leader of Manchester United announced to the world with an unstoppable long shot:
From today, Manchester United not only welcomes a new captain, but also enters a new era!
The era belongs to Ling Feng!!!
(End of this chapter)