coach legend

Chapter 31 Rumors
"John Williams?" George put down the phone, puzzled.How did this guy find himself? I don't have any friendship with him.

This person is not a big figure in the English football circle, but the person behind him is a very famous person.John Williams is the owner of Blackburn, the representative of the famous steel tycoon Jack Walker.

He is a powerful figure in Blackburn. Even people in other Premier League clubs don't know such a person, but as the head coach of Burnley, Blackburn's century-old rival, George is clear.

Now John Williams called George himself, and George didn't understand what it meant for a while.But George did not refuse. Anyway, the things in Sweden have been completed, so there is no big problem in going to see him.

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"Mr. Williams, hello." John Williams has a unique appearance. Although he is not very old, he has a grizzled beard.

When George arrived in Blackburn, he found that John Williams was waiting for George at the door.George walked over with a smile, took off his sunglasses, and held out his hand.

George came to Blackburn this time, wearing a disguise all over his body.Although George coached Burnley and Blackburn only for one game, George is very unpopular among Blackburn fans.George doesn't have the guts to run amok in Blackburn, and it's no joke to be attacked by one or two emotional Blackburn fans.

"Coach Levy, hello. I'm sorry, I should have been looking for you." John Williams has all the qualities of a British gentleman. He is personable, gentle, and his smile makes people feel like a spring breeze.

"It doesn't matter." George smiled and shook his head. "Mr. Williams, I don't really understand what you mean by looking for me." George didn't want to beat around the bush. After all, the identities of the two should not have any intersection.

John Williams has no blame for George's directness.Still maintaining a gentle smile. "Coach Levi, this time I'm not the only one. There's another person who wants to meet you."

George frowned. George was very dissatisfied with this nonsensical invitation.Even more unsatisfactory, this invitation is a faux pas.But seeing Williams' attitude was very pleasant, so George didn't care about it and followed in.

This is a relatively high-end hotel in Blackburn, and George followed Williams to the third floor.When he saw the person sitting there waiting for him, he was a little startled.Because sitting there is Blackburn's boss, Jack Walker.

Although Burnley and Blackburn have been rivals for a century, they still have high respect for Blackburn's boss, George.As steel tycoon Jack Walker sold his family steel company in the early 90s for £3.3 million.Even in the 21st century, Jack Walker was still one of the thirty richest people in England.

George was familiar with Jack Walker in his previous life. After all, since the establishment of the Premier League, the first champion piled up with money was born in Blackburn.

He was a loyal Blackburn fan all his life. In 1986 he was invited to become the club's vice-chairman and contributed to the construction of a new stand at Ewood Park, the so-called "Jack Walker Stand", now known as the "Riverside Stand".Walker also contributed to the salaries of Ardiris and Archibald, two of the biggest players at the time. Since the winter of 1991, he has taken full control of the relegated Blackburn. He invested 2500 million pounds in the first three years of taking over the team, and recruited stars such as Shearer and Sutton for the team at the sky-high price at the time.After that, he invested another 2000 million pounds to rebuild the Ewood Park Stadium, and the new Jack Walker Stand was born.Walker's important move at Blackburn was to successfully persuade Dalglish to come out as a coach. In the 1994-95 season, the third season after Blackburn was upgraded, Dalglish led the team to the top of the Premier League!This miracle is also known as the "Jack-Walker Revolution".Afterwards, Walker, who was seventy years old, fell into a struggle with cancer. In the summer of 2000, Walker, who was revered as "Uncle Jack" by fans, passed away. Blackburn, who had been relegated again before, comforted the old man's soul with a victory in the upgrade game.Walker also left his last words before his death, and will continue to use his assets to help Blackburn, the love of his life.

Before the Indians entered Blackburn, Blackburn's operating capital had been managed by the foundation left by Jack Walker.For such an old man who worked hard for a club, George did not hate him because he was hostile to the club.

When he saw George, Jack Walker stood up with a smile on his face and stretched out his hand. "George, I'm sorry. I should be visiting you. I hope you don't mind." Jack Walker had a loud voice, and when he spoke, he laughed loudly, very boldly.

"Mr. Walker, hello." George held Jack Walker's hand.

"George, please sit down." Jack Walker gave up a seat, and George is now extremely confused.What is worth Jack Walker looking for himself.

As soon as George sat down, John Williams poured George a drink.This made George even more flattered. To put it bluntly, George now is just a small coach who has just coached the second division.Not to mention that compared with a tycoon like Jack Walker, even compared with Williams, he is at a disadvantage.

"George, I won't beat around the bush." ​​Jack Walker didn't waste any time, and got straight to the point as soon as he came up. "Dalglish has resigned as Blackburn coach, I hope you can come to coach Blackburn."

George was taken aback for a moment, although Blackburn declined last season.But after all, last season was the Premier League championship team, and there are many options for hiring a coach.Many famous coaches would be willing to coach Blackburn, how could they find themselves.

"George, although you are young, I appreciate your one-year coaching performance at Burnley. I know very well about your affairs at Burnley. You are very capable. I believe you can be competent for Black Ben's coaching position, your stage should not be in the lower leagues, but should be on a broader stage." Jack Walker said to George very seriously.

George looked at Jack Walker in astonishment, never thinking that Blackburn would come to find him.

However, it is definitely a lie to be unmoved. No matter what the current Burnley is, it is just a team that has just been promoted to the English First Division.Moreover, the Burnley board of directors is obviously unwilling to continue investing, so Burnley's development is also limited.

But Blackburn is different, as the Premier League champion last season.Although Hiller left this year, the champion team still exists.What's more, Black himself has the backing of a tycoon like Jack Walker.As long as you buy some players and improve the lineup, you will still be a strong contender for the Premier League championship.

Being able to coach Blackburn will definitely take George's coaching career a big step forward.

Seeing George's changed expression, Jack Walker smiled and continued: "You should have heard that Shearer will transfer to Newcastle. I will not move a cent if I sell Shearer for £500 million. Definitely Will be waiting for a new head coach. George, if you are willing to be the head coach of Blackburn, then in addition to Shearer’s 500 million pounds, the club is willing to invest another 1000 million pounds as your transfer fee in the new season.”

Jack Walker's words tempted George like a devil. Twenty-five million pounds is still a huge sum in this era.In the 500st century, especially after Abrahimovic took over Chelsea, a wealthy club would be ashamed to call themselves a strong team without investing £21 million a year.But in 4000, it was absolutely rare to be able to invest 1996 million pounds in a transfer period.

George fully felt Jack Walker's sincerity, and his heart moved slightly.

But then I thought of old York and Miranda, as well as former rugby player Burns, Daniel Morrison who was trained by himself, and Barack who gradually became a general.Thinking of them, George found that he was already reluctant to part with Burnley, and this group of player puzzles that he had completed by himself.

Looking at Jack Walker in front of him, George organized his thoughts. "Mr. Walker, first of all thank you very much for your trust in me. But I am very sorry, I still have a contract with Burnley. And I like Burnley, I want to lead Burnley back to the Premier League. This is my childhood dream ,Really sorry."

"George..." John Williams was very anxious to convince George when he heard George's answer.But Jack Walker stopped Williams. "George, I respect your choice. But I hope you can carefully consider my suggestion. I am very sincere."

"I'm sorry, Mr. Walker." Once he made up his mind, George felt ashamed of his hesitation just now.

Now that I am in Burnley, I have everything ready, and as long as the time is right, I will definitely soar into the sky.Why go to Blackburn just for cheap.

"Okay, George. It's a pity, but I respect your decision. But George, I hope you understand that when you change your mind, you can come to me at any time." Jack Walker was very forthright, and there was nothing in his expression cover up.

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Just one day later, a big headline appeared on the football page of The Sun: "The new coach of the former Premier League champion: 28 years old? ".

(End of this chapter)