Chapter 686
Gao Han met Marcossena on the third day after Christmas.
The Brazilian midfielder did not return to China for Christmas. Most of his family are in Spain. He has been here for almost ten years and has become accustomed to everything in Madrid.
The meeting place was arranged in the VIP box of a newly opened high-end Chinese restaurant in Madrid.
This is a branch, head office in London, and was founded during Gao Han's coaching Chelsea. Gao Han had half of its shares. When it was newly opened that year, Chelsea did not arrange Christmas parties, so Gao Han specially invited Chelsea players and family to eat at this Chinese restaurant, and since then he became famous.
Since then, this Chinese restaurant has become the favorite restaurant for many Chelsea stars, and its business has become more and more prosperous. It has already opened its branches to major cities such as Paris, Milan and Munich, and now it has come to Madrid.
Because it was a private invitation, there were only four people in total. In addition to the two protagonists, the agent Jorge Mendez and technical director Carlos Cantalero were accompanying him.
Marcos Senna has always been grateful for Gao Han, because if it weren't for Gao Han, he wouldn't have had the chance to play in the European League, let alone win the European Cup championship on behalf of Spain.
In fact, Gao Han's encouragement also played a key role in the reason why he was naturalized to play Spain.
So, when he heard that Gao Han's Chinatown team was interested in him, although he did not agree, he did not refuse. Otherwise, if it were other second-level league teams, he would definitely drive the opponent out without thinking.
Half a year ago, he was still the main player of the European Cup champion and would play in the second-level league in half a year?
But after thinking about it carefully, especially after analyzing his current situation, he was really in a difficult situation.
First of all, at Atletico Madrid, he is at the age of his age, and it is indeed difficult to compete with players such as Sedoucetta and Gabi, who are in their playing years. Xavi Alonso's core position is even more unshakable, so he has no choice but to substitute.
If you leave Atletico Madrid and go to other La Liga teams, there may be no problem with the main players, but on the one hand, there are not many teams willing to accept him, and most of them are mid- and lower-level teams. On the other hand, it is still unknown whether he can gain trust after going to a new team.
Instead of doing this, it is better to follow Gao Han and go to Chinatown.
After all, Marcos Senna, like everyone around Gao Han, has an almost blind trust in him. He believes that this Chinatown team will definitely be able to quickly win La Liga.
So, he took the initiative to make an appointment with Gao Han for dinner and expressed his intentions.
"Boss, I hope to be able to play football while taking the coaching certificate and become a coach in the future."
"Is that?" Gao Han was a little surprised at first, but then he was happy, "This is a good thing. Our youth training center and the Spanish Football Association have cooperation in coaching training. As long as you have any needs, I will definitely support you."
With Gao Han's words, Marcossena was relieved.
But Gao Han quickly changed the subject, "Actually, Marcos, I think you shouldn't care about what's going on after retirement too early."
"Why?" Marcossena was a little surprised. He was about to be thirty-three years old.
Gao Han smiled, "I think you can play for at least three or four years without any problem."
Marcos Senna was stunned. He didn't expect Gao Han to look down on him so much.
You know, three or four years later, he is already thirty-six or seven years old, and he can still play?
"I still remember when I first met you, I knew that you were a smart person and learned things very quickly. So before you came to Atletico Madrid, you didn't even play in the professional league, but you were able to adapt quickly. This is not something that ordinary people can do."
Marcos Senna was silent. He really didn't know that he still had this impression in the head coach's mind.
Even, he was a little moved.
"Do you know? Smart players often change their playing style on the court based on their physical condition of different ages. I think you can do it." When he said this, Gao Han deliberately paused.
"What's more, think about it, you just won the European Cup as the main midfielder half a year ago and reached the peak of your life. Did you start to consider retiring half a year later? Are you willing?"
Marcossena did not answer, but his expression betrayed him.
Not willing to give up, absolutely not willing to give up.
If anyone else had done this kind of thing, he wouldn't have been willing to do it.
"Believe me, Marcos, I invite you to Chinatown, not to relegate in the Spanish Second Division, otherwise we will not be able to pay the transfer fee for you and Diego Costa this summer."
Speaking of this, Gao Han felt a little ashamed. He was too bachelor, right?
"We have only one goal, to win La Liga and gain a foothold in La Liga."
When Marcossena heard this, she suddenly raised her head and stared at Gao Han with her eyes shining.
It was not until this moment that he truly made up his mind.
After lunch with Marcos Sena, Jorge Mendez and Marcos Sena went to deal with some things, while Gao Han returned to Fuen Lavrada with Cantalero and conveyed the news to Armando Marcos and head coach Pochettino, and both were very excited.
Marcos Sena, who is the absolute main player in Spain's European Cup half a year ago, and Aragones relies most on the midfield pillar. He actually wants to join Chinatown?
This news will definitely shock the entire Spanish Second Division, no, the entire Spanish football world, and even European football world.
"No, I have to talk to my colleagues in the Business Department quickly. The previous projects must be discussed again." Armandomakos immediately took the lead in leaving.
When the general manager left, Gao Han, Cantalero and Pochettino were left in the conference hall.
In Gaohan's reorganization management system, Cantalero, the technical director, is almost on par with Armando Marcos. He is only responsible for business operations and daily operations, and the other is responsible for competitive affairs, coordinating and communicating with each other, while he, the boss, is responsible for taking overall charge of the overall situation.
"Maolisio, what are your plans after joining Marcos Sena?" Gao Han asked Pochettino with a smile.
The Argentinian seemed to have been prepared and nodded, "His arrival can greatly improve our midfield strength. I haven't figured out how to use it yet, but according to my opinion, he can be competent for the core role of the team's midfield organization."
Gao Han and Cantalero looked at each other and nodded at the same time.
Marcos Sena has never been a defensive player, but has both offense and defense, and has a very good passing ability. Especially in recent years, the training of La Liga and Atletico Madrid has made his passing ability increasingly superb. Even with a top midfielder like Xavi Alonso, he is still a outstanding deputy.
"In our 433 tactical system, if we want to suppress our opponents, we must do a good job of pressing the frontcourt and high-level pressure. The problem with our midfield was that there were only two players, Schneiderlin and Ramirez. Isco and Cork were both young and were not qualified, which led to our midfield loss."
Gao Han nodded, "Continue to talk."
"As you said before, there are two ways to control the ball. One is to pass and control better than the opponent, and the other is to prevent the opponent from passing and control. The former relies on pass and control technology, while the latter relies on front court pressing and high-level pressure, especially the pressing and pressure in the area from the center circle to the front of the opponent's penalty area."
"When you have the ball, try to control the ball in this area. When you lose the ball, you must try your best to grab the ball in this area, launch a counterattack on the spot, and create a threat as quickly as possible."
"Well said it." Gao Han clapped his hands hard when he heard this, and laughed.
This disciple of Bielsa was indeed a disciple of Bielsa and he touched the door.
Pochettino is definitely a smart person. He has mastered the development trend of mainstream European football tactics in recent years.
After being praised by Gao Han, Pochettino was more confident.
"My consideration is like this. With Marcos Senna as the core and Schneiderlin and Ramirez form three midfielders, I believe that I will definitely be able to sweep the entire Segunda League." Pochettino said with confidence.
Gao Han also agreed with this, "I agree with you very much, and my opinion is that Schneiderlin is ahead and let Marcos Senna drag it back, which will give their advantages more."
Pochettino was slightly stunned after hearing this, but soon understood what Gao Han meant.
In the original tactical system of Chinatown, Pochettino dragged Schneiderlin backwards, giving full play to his outstanding defensive ability and steady ball play ability, and vaguely training him in the direction of the organizer behind.
But Gao Han means that he is ahead and gives full play to his characteristics of large coverage and strong frontal defense ability. Moreover, his offensive ability is not bad, he has certain dribbling ability, and can better play his advantages in a more advanced area.
What's more, with two players with excellent running coverage, Schneiderlin and Ramirez, sweeping and interception in the front, Marcos Sena was dragging behind to control the overall situation, and the pressure was relatively reduced, which not only allowed him to play his advantages in organizing passes, but also reduced his burden.
"Okay, let's try it when I go back and try it out," Pochettino agreed.
He highly praised Gao Han's idea, but he must try it in training so that he can practice it in the competition.
"It's better to try it, but" Gao Han suddenly laughed, "Sometimes you have to be more decisive, especially before the war, you can't tolerate any hesitation."
Pochettino understands Gao Han’s meaning.
Chinatown's performance in the first half was indeed not ideal, ranking 12th in the Segunda Division. Although there is no problem with relegation, it is difficult to upgrade, which is a big blow to Pochettino's confidence.
In a few days, the team will usher in its first game in 2009, challenging the current league leader Zarez away. This team is a favorite to upgrade this season and has outstanding strength. It will be a big test for Chinatown. Pochettino is also under great pressure.
Gao Han himself is the head coach, so of course he understands Pochettino's worries at this moment.
"Sometimes, this kind of game is a threshold. Once you cross it, everything will go smoothly. If you can't cross it, you will be blocked out of the goal forever. Just like Real Madrid coached by Capello, they have been completely activated from the away game to defeat Barcelona. On the other hand, Barcelona has become more and more pressure and makes mistakes frequently."
"And according to my experience, when I encounter this situation, I often choose to believe in myself, believe in my players, and stick to my beliefs that I have always adhered to."
Pochettino understood that Gao Han was giving him some advice and nodded heavily.
"I understand, thank you, Mr. Gao Han."
Chapter completed!