Chapter 92: Inviting Pili

"Really, I'm not complimenting you, but I think your comments are really correct. Take Anelka, for example. His talent and ability are beyond doubt. Even if he changes teams a year, he can do it." He performs very well, scores many goals every year, and gets a lot of praise... However, this guy's character is too bad. He is very professional and has no negative news. However, he is too introverted, so introverted that no one can get along well with him. He can get along well with each other, and his two idiot brothers will only continue to encourage him to transfer. He will be a successful money-maker, and every transfer can bring him a lot of profits, but he will never He will be a successful player, and wandering around will only prevent him from getting any decent honors. After all, football is not played by one person."

"You think so too?" Pili's eyes lit up and he said excitedly.

After the Piri report was revealed, he was ridiculed by many people, including Real Madrid fans, who believed that Gremi was a good addition and believed that McManaman, who scored in the Champions League final last season, would be a good addition. Perfect for Real Madrid, not to mention he came on a free transfer. Morientes also scored in the Champions League final. Anelka was useless for a season, but you actually said he was outstanding...

However, now, Jose said that his comment was absolutely correct!

At that moment, Piri even thought that Jose was saying something sarcastic and mocking him, but he soon knew that was not the case, because Jose said these words very seriously, without any hint of ridicule.

"Let's talk about McManaman. The Englishman performed well at Real Madrid last season, but in any case, the Englishman's foot skills cannot gain an advantage in Spain. Although he is a technical player in England, he does not have too many skills. The advantage may last for a while, but that is because there is the support of Redondo behind him. Figo joining and Redondo leaving will definitely have a devastating impact on McManaman's performance. As for Morente Si, he was originally a very good center, but his body is easily injured, and his confidence is indeed gradually declining. Maybe he will perform well for a period of time for some reasons, but as long as his body is not healthy , then there will be fewer and fewer such performances."

Jose began to gradually comment on some Real Madrid players to Piri, including some players that Piri had not commented on. He commented that Savio is an excellent winger, but the presence of Roberto Carlos will greatly compress his position, causing his performance to get worse and worse; Solari may become a super substitute; Marclay Lai will be the backbone of Real Madrid. Without an offensive and defensive monster like Redondo, Makelele's defensive ability will be irreplaceable; it will be good if Salgado can maintain his condition. If he cannot maintain it or is injured, his condition will decline greatly; Helguera needs to determine whether his position is a midfielder or a central defender, otherwise there will be no development prospects; Figo is excellent, and his performance will match Worthy of his worth...

Of course, Jose's comments are not without purpose, but are based on the future performance of these players and his own observations. They are basically hit the nail on the head. The more Piri listened, the more surprised he became, because in most of his judgments, Jose would It coincides with him, except for a few differences...

"I agree with most of what you said." Piri shook his head: "However, you said Makelele will be very important. I don't think so. I know Makelele is an excellent defensive midfielder. And his defense relies purely on his brain, but a midfielder like this can only become an engineer, but he will not become the best person."

"You think too little of Makelele. In fact, if we hadn't been able to steal Real Madrid and I was not a shareholder of Mallorca at that time, I would have definitely tried to steal Makelele. Maybe he is not as comprehensive as Redondo. However, to a certain extent, he is better than Redondo. For me personally, if you can have such an excellent defensive midfielder, it will be an unparalleled complement to the entire team." Jose denied Piri's view.

It has to be said that Jose's statement is still quite rare in today's La Liga. After all, except for Mallorca and Valencia, the two teams that Cooper has successively led, La Liga teams all advocate offense more than football. Defense pays far less attention to defensive players than offensive players - this is also the reason why the Spanish national team has been quite weak in the World Series in recent decades - the only reliable center back in the 1990s was Nadal, and even Nadal Ronaldo was also the first to play as an attacking midfielder, and gradually moved to the defensive midfielder and then to the central defender. Therefore, the fact that Hierro once became the player with the most goals in the Spanish national team as a defender is not because he is not doing his job properly, but because he An offensive player in his own right...

So after hearing this, Piri shook his head and did not think Jose's words were correct.

Jose did not continue chatting on this issue, but began to talk about his evaluation of other players, which made Piri quite happy - obviously, in the temporary idle situation, he could talk to a It is very pleasant to chat with colleagues about topics that interest them, and Jose's wonderful and accurate comments made Piri feel that this young man can communicate with him. It is precisely because of such a person. With a common language, two people with an age difference of thirty years can actually chat so enthusiastically...

Unknowingly, night had fallen, and after drinking several cups of coffee, Piri became more and more excited, which was completely different from the indifferent and meaningless look he had when he met Jose.

"I didn't know it was so late. I'm sorry to disturb your rest." Jose looked out the window and said suddenly.

Only then did Pili realize that it was indeed very late, and he laughed: "It doesn't matter, I'm older and don't need too much sleep... It's really a pleasure to chat with you, and there are many people with you. I have similar views, but they are not willing to talk to me, an old man."

Jose smiled, thinking that you were the technical director of Real Madrid before, and the people who have similar opinions to you are probably coaches and the like. Chatting with you is of course very stressful - at least Jose knows that, if it weren't for Pi Li is no longer the technical director of Real Madrid, and he will not have such an in-depth chat with the other party. After all, his views and tactical insights on some players will not be easily leaked.

"Actually, I'm here today because I have other things to do." Jose coughed and then said.

"Is it something about Eto'o? He doesn't have an agent yet. I can help you contact him... The poor little guy has been implicated because of me. It's better to leave Real Madrid to avoid having no place and go to Marlo. Card is also a place suitable for him to grow up... Real Madrid's youth team produces so many good young players every year, how many of them can play for Real Madrid? I'm afraid it will be difficult for the Five Eagles to happen again..."

Piri sighed with regret and said that it was indeed the case. With the development and increased mobility of football, five youth team players like before almost entered the first team of a big club like Real Madrid at the same time and played side by side for more than ten years. It is becoming increasingly rare to become an iconic figure of Real Madrid. The only one who can be compared is the 1992 generation of Manchester United. Barcelona once used the gimmick of the Five Little Tigers to counter the influence of the Five Eagles of Real Madrid. However, because of The club's mentality of eager for quick success and their own poor performance have made their development quite unsatisfactory. The only one who can achieve a little fame is Roberto de la Pena, and what is ironic is that de la Pena A period of stable performance was achieved by Barcelona's rivals Espanyol...

"This is just one thing, there is another thing that I hope Mr. Piri can help with." Jose nodded first, then shook his head.

"What's the matter? I'm an old man who has nothing to do at home. I can't help you much, can I? I can help with Eto'o's matter, but I don't have such a big reputation to let them choose other Real Madrid players. Transfer to Mallorca."

"Hoho, Mr. Piri, you are wrong. The energy contained in you is not comparable to that of ordinary people..." Jose laughed, then looked into Piri's eyes: "Except for Eto'o's matter Besides, I also hope you can do one thing for me."

At this point, Jose stared into Piri's eyes and said word by word in the most sincere manner: "That's why I want to invite you to join Mallorca Club. As long as you are willing to come, your salary will be equal to your salary." When Real Madrid was flat, my position as technical director is yours. The power you have includes observing all players that Mallorca is interested in, recommending players you are optimistic about, and observing all Mallorca first teams and even Players from the second team and the youth team, put forward your comments! In short, I will give you the power you have in Real Madrid, and I will give you the power you don't have but you need!"

Piri looked at Jose in shock, almost stunned.

You know, with Piri's prestige in Spanish football, even if he doesn't become the technical director of Real Madrid, there are still many places he can go to. However, no matter what club it is, I am afraid that Piri will not be used as the technical director-in the final analysis, it is still The Pirie report caused trouble. After all, it was something that all coaches and players were taboo about.

However, Jose is not afraid. First of all, he is the head coach. He knows what he should listen to and what he should not listen to. At the same time, as long as the correctness of Pirie's report is gradually revealed, any player will change from resisting to respecting Pirie. After all, a person with such an excellent vision may be able to make a player develop better even if he gives a little guidance in the direction of training!

For such a person, Jose feels that even if he risks the resistance of current players, he must become a part of Mallorca. Although it is difficult, he must give it a try. If there is any Without Pili as the guard, Jose's burden would be at least half lighter.

The rise of a club definitely requires a variety of talents, and this is even more true for a team like Mallorca, which does not have many resources. It is not just a super scout like Piri who has excellent vision and technology. Director, other types of talents are also needed by Jose. With Piri as technical director, most of the transfer matters can be left to him. Jose even plans to hand over Mallorca's scouting system. Piri has made Mallorca's scouting system even more powerful.

Now, it depends on whether Pili is willing to let go.

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