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Looking at Ranieri in front of him, Xia Xing always felt a special kind of kindness.

It was as if the two had known each other for a long time, and they were very relaxed when talking.

This is completely different from Pearson.

Pearson is a standard strict teacher and is very strict with everyone.

Especially when Xia Xing first joined Leicester City, Pearson was even more disdainful of him.

Later, Xia Xing won Pearson's favor entirely through his personal efforts, strength and talent.

Unlike Pearson, who was beaming with joy, Ranieri smiled at all times and looked very gentle.

But Xia Xing understands Ranieri's past.

No matter which team he is on, he is not a good guy.

Behind his honest and kind face, he hides his decisiveness in killing.

He couldn't have repeatedly become a tinker without some finesse.

Perhaps for him, not being able to coach a wealthy team with ease is his biggest problem.

After all, not every head coach is like Ancelotti, Lippi, and Ferguson, who can get along very well with countless big-name stars.

But Ranieri's characteristics are exactly suitable for Leicester City now.

There is no absolute big-name star in the team. The reason why we were able to create miracles last season was because of the spirit of unity and hard work.

If we talk about strength and reputation, maybe he is the biggest name on this team.

Therefore, it is reasonable for Ranieri to come to visit first.

Although Xia Xing is young, he is the absolute core organization and technical core of Leicester City.

There is no doubt about this.

At the dinner table, Ranieri never mentioned football-related topics and just chatted casually with Xia Xing and the other three about home affairs.

It's really like being a regular old friend.

until the end of dinner.

Xia Xing wanted to clear away the dishes, but was stopped by Aliona.

"Xia, you guys chat, I'll take care of it."

"Oh, thank you for your hard work."

"It's okay. Li De, follow me to the kitchen to clean up."

"Why are you taking me..."

"Hurry up, there's so much talk."

"oh……"

Although Li De looked sinister in front of Xia Xing, he was still like a child in front of his sister.

The siblings went to the kitchen, leaving only Xia Xing and Ranieri.

The two still didn't talk about football.

Ranieri asked about Xia Xing's study experience at the University of Leicester and was full of praise.

"It's definitely important to learn more. And you young people should also think about the future in advance. It's amazing that you can use your vacation time to make up for your college studies."

"Thank you for your compliment."

"Xia, you said you have no class tomorrow?"

"Yes, are you okay?"

"If you are free, you can come to the club to see me tomorrow and we will talk about the future of the club."

"good."

Xia Xing naturally agreed.

Although he didn't know what Ranieri wanted to talk to him about, how could he refuse the new coach's invitation.

Especially what he just said.

Instead of talking about "own future", we talk about "the future of the club".

This is even more important.

Xia Xing is also very curious and wants to hear Ranieri's tactical ideas and playing style in the new season.

One night passed, and early the next morning, Xia Xing appeared in Ranieri's office on time.

"Xia, nice to see you again."

Ranieri walked around the desk with a smile on his face, stepped forward and hugged Xia Xing.

"You came so early?"

"Yeah, I just took over a new job, so I definitely need to make more preparations."

The two sat across from each other on the sofa and started chatting about football-related topics.

If Ranieri showed an affable side last night, now his professionalism is clearly on display.

It didn't take long for Xia Xing to admire Ranieri.

"Coach, I didn't expect you to understand the characteristics of the players so well just a few days after joining the team. It's really amazing."

"Xia, I did a lot of research before I took over this job. If I didn't have a certain degree of confidence, I wouldn't have been able to take on this hot potato. Leicester City had great results last season, and it's too difficult for the new coach to make breakthroughs. It’s very difficult to even maintain this result.”

"Yes, Leicester City's Triple Crown last season did have a lot of luck involved."

"Haha, you can say this. After all, you are the one who experienced it. I can't say it. I have to show enough respect for your results last season."

"We didn't encounter a big wave of injuries last season, and many games in the cup were stumbling through dangers."

"Yes, Leicester City has great potential now, but there are also big problems. So I decided to strengthen in several positions."

Ranieri said, handing a piece of information to Xia Xing: "This is my transfer plan, what do you think?"

Xia Xing was stunned. He did not accept the information: "Coach, I am just a player, not even the captain, and I am not a member of the players committee. I don't think it is appropriate to give such important information..."

Ranieri smiled: "Xia, I haven't decided on the tactics for next season yet, because Leicester City's lineup is still being adjusted and strengthened, and I need to make decisions based on the final lineup. However, One thing I know for sure is that my team must be centered around you.”

Xia Xing looked at Ranieri seriously: "With me as the core?"

Ranieri nodded vigorously: "That's right! Not only is your position as the core of organization and tactics last season, but also the core of the team. You can make on-the-spot changes based on my tactical arrangements according to your understanding of football, and there is no problem. In this Leicester City team, you are a player who surpasses everyone, and your status is unmatched!"

Listening to Ranieri's words, Xia Xing's calm face gradually showed a smile.

This is great.

This so-called core of the team, although it sounds similar to the Pearson period, there is an important difference.

That is, Xia Xing has the right to make on-the-spot changes.

This was absolutely not allowed when Pearson was coaching before.

Pearson asked for a full retreat, and Xia Xing must strictly implement it.

Even if he found special changes on the court, he could not command the team to change the existing tactics without authorization.

And this opportunity is fleeting, and there is no time for Pearson to react.

Last season, Xia Xing turned the tide many times, and he also seized this opportunity and created goals with his own strength.

If Xia Xing had the right to dispatch the entire team at that time, then Leicester City would have some risks, but the chance of scoring would be greater.

Pearson is conservative, which is his characteristic.

Ranieri respects the players' ideas more, especially the ideas of core players like him.

Thinking of this, Xia Xing's smile became brighter.

Ranieri also smiled.

He saw that his words made Xia Xing very happy, which was very important.

The most important thing for him during this transfer period was to stabilize Xia Xing and not let him leave the team.

Now it seems that he has done it...