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During the World Cup, it was too difficult to book air tickets and hotels.

Xia Xing spent a lot of money to watch the World Cup.

Even if he wanted to leave, he couldn't buy a suitable air ticket.

In the end, he paid extra for first class and finally boarded the plane back to England.

But he didn't expect that he would see Van Gaal in the next seat.

Although it was the first time they met, Xia Xing still greeted him politely.

"Hello, Coach Van Gaal, I didn't expect to meet you here."

Van Gaal was resting his eyes and suddenly heard someone greet him.

"Huh?"

Looking to the side, there was a strange oriental face.

I hadn't seen him before, but he seemed a little familiar...

Xia Xing quickly introduced himself to avoid embarrassment.

"Coach Van Gaal, I am a player of Manchester United Youth Team, my name is Xia Xing. I was loaned to Leicester City last season, and the loan period has expired. I have returned to Manchester United."

"Oh!"

Van Gaal remembered.

"Are you the Chinese kid who scored the winning goal against Manchester United in the FA Cup final?"

"Yes."

"I remember you."

Once we have found a topic, the conversation will be much easier.

"Xia, how was your time at Leicester City last season? I remember that you have become a main player for Leicester City and helped the team get promoted. You are very good."

"Thank you for your compliment. I do have a lot to improve."

"That's true. After all, you are too young now. The Premier League stage is far from comparable to the Championship. You still need to accumulate a lot."

"I will definitely try my best."

"What do you think about next season?"

Hearing Van Gaal's words, Xia Xing was stunned.

How should I answer this?

What do I think?

What can I say?

I want to stay at Manchester United and play as a main player next season.

I don't have the final say on this.

Seeing that Xia Xing didn't speak for a long time, Van Gaal also felt that his question was a bit problematic.

"Xia, let me talk to you about my thoughts."

"I'm all ears."

At this time, the plane began to take off, temporarily interrupting the conversation between the two.

From the ground to the sky, it only took a short time for the plane to resume stable operation.

Van Gaal looked at the scene outside the window and continued the previous topic.

"Xia, I just ended a less than ideal World Cup experience,

"Well, we didn't make it to the final, which is a pity.

"We made sufficient preparations before the game, but still couldn't make it to the end.

"I said this not to talk to you about the Dutch national team,

"but to tell you that since I took over as Manchester United coach, I don't know much about Manchester United.

"Except for a few top stars, I don't know many other people,

"Including you, don't blame me for speaking directly.

"But I still have some impression of you,

"Because of your outstanding performance in the FA Cup final.

"To be honest, I just arrived at Manchester United and it is unlikely to take risks.

"I will choose players I am familiar with, familiar formations, and familiar playing styles.

"I will also introduce some big-name stars,

"Big-name stars who have proven themselves in the top leagues,

"As for many young people, they can only wait for opportunities on the bench,

"The League Cup and FA Cup are good stages,

"Forget about the league.

"I said these words to the young people in Manchester United's first team,

"Most of them will not have many opportunities next season.

"So, do you understand?"

Van Gaal is a serious person, but his expression is very serious.

Xia Xing looked at him and was speechless for a long time.

From what Van Gaal said just now, Xia Xing had already heard it.

Even the young people in the first team have no chance, let alone the youth team players.

Then there is no hope for players like me who are in the youth team and are on loan.

Seeing that Xia Xing didn't speak for a long time, Van Gaal continued.

"I'm not a coach who likes to comfort people.

"I have my own characteristics and my own personality.

"I will say whatever I want, especially to the players.

"I won't force you down, coax you into saying I'll give you a chance, but keep asking you to look at the water dispenser.

"I think that kind of coach is rubbish.

"I like to be straightforward, I hope you don't mind."

Xia Xing nodded.

"You're right, I also like to say whatever I want.

"Since you just said what you think,

"I also want to talk to you about the future I want."

Hearing this, Van Gaal crossed his legs with interest, looked at Xia Xing, and waited for him to continue.

"In Leicester City, I enjoy the joy of football.

"I like the feeling of playing football.

"After a season, I not only helped the team successfully advance to the Premier League,

"but also helped the team win the FA Cup,

"and won many championships won by Premier League giants,

"I think this championship is full of gold.

"So even if I have never played in the Premier League, I am still very confident in myself,

"I believe I will show my strength in the Premier League that convinces everyone!

"I am now back to Manchester United, which is actually equivalent to returning to a new environment.

"After all, I have joined Manchester United for too short a time, not even one-tenth of the time I spent in Leicester City.

"Next season I can accept being a substitute, I can accept being on the bench,

"But I hope to get more opportunities to play,

“If I don’t play, I won’t be able to show my strength.

“There’s no way to prove yourself.

"I don't want to sit on the bench for a season,

"I've played in the League Cup and won the FA Cup.

"I would rather play in the Premier League.

"So you just asked me what I thought about next season,

"I am telling you sincerely,

"I want to get enough opportunities to play in the Premier League.

"This is my truest thought."

Looking at Xia Xing who spoke firmly in front of him, Van Gaal kept staring into his eyes.

At this moment, he really admired this young man.

If I were still the coach of an Eredivisie team, I would definitely try my best to train young people, give them opportunities and give them time.

But now he is the Manchester United coach.

Manchester United will not give the coach too much time.

They came to me because they needed results as soon as possible.

Money is not an issue, as are many other things.

As long as results are achieved, it will be no problem even if all the players are sold and a team is bought.

Therefore, it is impossible to train young people.

Even if young people are given a chance to play, it will definitely be of great help to the game.

But this young man has never even played in a Premier League game, so it is impossible for him to bet on him.

Thinking of this, Van Gaal spoke again.

"Xia, I appreciate your straightforwardness, that's good.

"But unfortunately, I can't agree to your request.

"Manchester United may play more utilitarian football next season.

“It’s impossible to give young people too many opportunities;

"Let alone you,

"I'll give you three options for you to consider:

“First, if you stay at Manchester United, I will give you a chance to enter the first team, but it is extremely unlikely to enter the squad;

"Second, loan it out. I can loan you to a Premier League team to satisfy your desire to play in the Premier League. There is no problem in returning to Leicester City;

"Third, transfer directly and go where you want to go. I will try my best to facilitate the transfer fee for you and help you get a better salary.

"Of these three options, which one do you want to choose?"