Chapter 1, The Superstar Has Revolted

Little did he expect that he was still a hundred thousand miles away from his wish, yet he achieved something profound

But the opportunity has arisen, and he must seize it

The time travel not only made him the head coach of Real Madrid, but also provided him with a gift

He once told Gao Shen that his greatest wish now is to coach Real Madrid

Are you really sure about this? Lucas wanted to confirm once more

Martin has left, and Carlo, who was fired, has also departed, yet the Baldebebas is in complete disarray

Gao Shen gazed at his silhouette, and for the first time, a sense of warmth arose in his heart

Gao Shen spoke little from beginning to end, but from the moment he entered, he had been observing Fernando Lucas. It was only now that he was certain that Lucas was indeed one of his own, at least a good friend who genuinely cared for him.

I would like to visit Carlo first

Everyone thinks that this famous billionaire from Madrid went mad after becoming the president of Real Madrid

Noticing that the profound gaze gradually became resolute, Fernando Lucas also realized something

At last, the Spanish youth let out a long sigh of helplessness

"You? A famous coach?" Lucas couldn't help but burst into laughter, "Don't joke with me! Although you graduated from the prestigious Loughborough University, your coaching experience consists of less than seven months of internship, and you are even significantly younger than those stars in the team. Are you really going to teach them how to play football?"

Moreover, he has traveled from the year 2021, possessing fifteen more years of football knowledge than the people of today. He is more aware than anyone else of which players in the current Real Madrid team are future stars, which ones are already on the decline, which ones are worth retaining, and which ones should be eliminated. He also understands the overarching tactical trends of the future

I advise you not to go; otherwise, I fear he might not be able to restrain himself from hitting you

All the superstars are deeply skeptical of this acting head coach; it would be surprising if he were to succeed

What should we do now

He could not have imagined that this inexplicable journey would make him the head coach of the European elite, Real Madrid.

Before the coaching staff and personnel could react, the players took the initiative to launch an attack

The club selected by FIFA as the greatest top-tier team of the 20th century has won two UEFA Champions League titles in the first five years of the new century, gathering a host of world-class superstars including Ronaldo, Zidane, Beckham, Owen, Raúl, Roberto Carlos, and Casillas, making it arguably the strongest team in the world.

Alright, since you want to give it a try, then go ahead and try. However, I advise you to prepare for the worst. Who knows, you might wake up tomorrow morning and find that your class is over, becoming the shortest-serving head coach in the history of Real Madrid, oh no, I mean the interim head coach.

Perhaps he believes that I have the potential to become a renowned coach, Gao Shen said淡淡地.

Deep within his mind lies a mysterious place, which becomes vividly apparent the moment he thinks of it

Everyone hopes to have a brilliant life, but in this world, where can one find anything that is guaranteed to be profitable, free of risks, and yields immense returns?

At the beginning of 2006, Real Madrid was experiencing one of the most tumultuous periods in the past decade.

After three sentences, Gao Shen became the new head coach of Real Madrid

I have heard that the superstars have made it clear that you should resign immediately. I believe you should do so, to avoid getting entangled in the first team's disputes. Return to the youth team to continue your internship; perhaps in the future, there will be an opportunity for a permanent position. Leading the Real Madrid youth academy for a few years, you will gain sufficient experience and credentials, which would also be beneficial for coaching independently in the future.

Whenever Gao Shen subconsciously wants to push open the door to see what is hidden behind it, a reminder always surfaces in his mind: "The tactical library has been activated, and there are twenty-four hours until it opens."

To have a novice who has just graduated and obtained a teaching certificate coach a star-studded team like Real Madrid

"Martin, has he gone mad? Is he out of his mind? How could he let you become the head coach of Real Madrid?" Lucas said, filled with astonishment

What kind of team is Real Madrid

What is your name

In the coach's break area of the changing room, Gao Shen turned on the faucet, and the tap water gushed out immediately with a splashing sound

"That's not right, that's not right. Martin has been the first vice president for these past few years, and he is also a local real estate tycoon in Madrid. The businesses he operates are among the most prominent in Spain. He is definitely not a madman, nor is he mentally unstable..." At this point, Lucas clicked his tongue and said, "But why did he choose you to be the head coach of Real Madrid?"

In the afternoon, the new chairman Martin arrived at the Valdebebas training ground, and amidst the astonished shock of everyone present, he resolutely dismissed the interim head coach Carlo, casually pointing to an inconspicuous intern within Carlo's coaching staff

Heavens, is this still the same profoundness that used to be understated and unnoticed by others

Goal? A good name, what we need most right now is a goal

Everyone first noticed this intern, who had just joined the company for six months and was quite appreciated by Carlo. Many people's impression of him was merely that his name sounded similar to the Spanish word for goal, "gol," yet no one ever considered that he would become the head coach of Real Madrid.

He extended both hands, cupping a handful of cold tap water, and splashed it all over his face. A shiver ran through him, and the icy sensation instantly spread throughout his body, jolting him awake from the shock of his journey.

That is a door

"Just go ahead and hit, this journey must be taken." Gao Shen was indeed very resolute

What do you want to do? Gao Shen was somewhat surprised.

All the players glared at Gao Shen with anger, as they could not accept this outcome

"You should resign from Bernabéu right now, otherwise do not blame us for being impolite!" The Brazilian left-back Carlos confronted Gao Shen, gritting his teeth in anger, and after saying this, he left the training ground without looking back

God, are you really planning to do something

... ...

His name is Fernando Lucas, a local of Madrid, and currently his only friend is Gaosheng

Is it because I cursed the national football team while watching the game last night?" Gao Shen murmured to himself

This is a very mature and prudent suggestion, and it is also the path most commonly taken in the field of teaching.

At this point, Lucas stepped forward and, with a brotherly loyalty, stared at Gao Shen, "Gao, we are friends. I know that the position of head coach at Real Madrid is the most enticing in the world, but it does not belong to us, at least not to us at this moment."

Without any preparation, to be thrown into danger as soon as one arrives does not seem like the script of a typical overpowered protagonist

What do you plan to do now? Lucas asked with concern

Because he had never thought about crossing over, let alone preparing extensively like the male protagonists in online novels, who would gather a wealth of information and ensure everything was foolproof before crossing over to show off and slap faces.

After speaking, Lucas bowed his hand towards Gaosheng and left

While Gao Shen was talking to himself in front of the mirror, a Spanish youth, approximately his age, burst in energetically from outside

From the name, it can be inferred that the Tactical Library is certainly related to the reserve of tactical knowledge, which is currently the most lacking in depth. This gives Gao Shen a greater sense of confidence.

Having navigated the workplace for many years, how could one not understand this principle?

Even if he ultimately fails, he will still be the former head coach of Real Madrid. With that identity, given his capabilities, how could he possibly struggle to find opportunities? If worse comes to worst, with his proficiency in both English and Spanish, he could return to his home country and still enjoy a prosperous life.

What is it if not madness

Others gradually left, leaving Gao Shen standing alone in the empty training ground, appearing so lonely and so helpless

... ...

Gao Shen has not yet made up his mind; he has just crossed over and is not particularly clear about the current situation. Although he is not completely in the dark, the useful intelligence and information he possesses are indeed limited

On the morning of February 28, after successively dismissing head coach Luxemburgo and technical director Sacchi, Real Madrid's performance still showed no improvement. Under the immense pressure of public opinion both inside and outside the club, President Florentino resigned in disgrace

Did you forget? Our whole family are die-hard members of Real Madrid. I know a few people at the Bernabéu as well. I will inquire about the news for you and let you know later

He is one of the team captains and is qualified to make such threats

Lucas widened his eyes, looking at the profoundness before him in disbelief; he felt that today's profundity was quite different.

Fernando Lucas appeared quite conflicted after hearing this. He wanted to persuade a bit more, but seeing how resolute Gao Shen was, he knew he could not sway him. Yet, he felt that the path before him was utterly unfeasible

Gao Shen raised his head and looked at the wet face in the mirror, which was exactly the same as his before the time travel, causing him to reveal a hint of helpless wry smile

If Carlo hits you, you should run quickly and wait for my news at home

Carlo's greatest wish in life has been to coach Real Madrid. After a long wait, he finally reached this day, only to find that before he could even settle into the position, he was overshadowed by a deeper presence, and being pushed aside could be considered a mild outcome.

He never expected that the standard configuration of the chosen one in online novels would actually occur in his own life

Lucas found it somewhat difficult to grasp the profound thoughts, yet he vaguely sensed that there must be ulterior motives behind such profundity, so he chose not to elaborate further

But what about him

Before his time travel, although he was doing quite well, his entire life trajectory could be described as unremarkable. Suddenly, he traveled through time and became the head coach of the globally renowned Real Madrid. He also gained a golden opportunity; although his situation was precarious, it was not without its shining prospects.

Gao Shen silently gazed at this "friend" before him, both familiar and unfamiliar, wearing an expression that seemed to say, "What do you think"

"How could it possibly succeed?" Fernando Lucas gasped, truly feeling that Gao Shen's audacity was excessive.

If one possesses such a tremendous advantage and still does not dare to take a risk, then one truly deserves to live a life of mediocrity.

If nothing unexpected happens, this should be the welfare golden finger of the time traveler

The opposition of all the superstars in the dressing room cannot intimidate him

Lucas was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan, pacing back and forth over there, sometimes pointing at Gao Shen as if he wanted to say something but hesitated, and at other times, he was slapping his own head, as if he were helping Gao Shen find a way out

Indeed! Cherish life, stay away from the national football team

Fortune favors the bold

Taking a step back, this is coaching Real Madrid! What a wonderful gilded opportunity!

"Carlo?" Lucas exclaimed in surprise, realizing that today's profundity had brought him too many unexpected delights

The response was still a profound and affirmative nod, "I want to give it a try!"

Before the transition, he had spent many years in a large domestic enterprise, accustomed to various intrigues and power struggles. Having been exposed to such an environment, he understood how rare it was to have a true friend who genuinely cared for him in a setting like that of Real Madrid

In accordance with convention, the First Vice Chairman Martin has assumed office

... ...

What if I refuse?" Gao Shen suddenly asked

Last night, he watched a World Cup qualifying match of the national football team. The more he watched, the angrier he became, and he started to curse. Unexpectedly, when he woke up, he had traveled through time.

However, this is unreasonable

Refusal? Do you know how many newspapers and fans would rise up against you if those superstars made a phone call? They would protest at the Bernabéu tomorrow, and the board would be shaken. Do you think the new president would change his mind? Even Florentino was forced to resign due to their pressure; do you think they would listen to you?

Even some famous athletes who become coaches after retirement generally follow this path

All of this has nothing to do with the profound nature of being unable to act freely, but once he is pushed out, he must bear the brunt of this resentment

At this point, he scrutinized the profound figure before him carefully. Having interacted for over six months, he did not find anything particularly special about this profound individual, except for being somewhat more handsome and not being like him, as they were both novices just out of school.

Gao Shen nodded, fully aware of the situation in his heart

Gao Shen smiled faintly and nodded, acknowledging that there is indeed such a possibility

Gao Shen replied lightly, "Why not give it a try? What if it succeeds?"

This fellow is loyal

Even tomorrow, after the news spreads, it is uncertain how many Real Madrid fans will rush to the Santiago Bernabéu to protest

Profound

Gao Shen himself also feels that this is indeed a very amusing matter

According to Lucas, his family has been staunch supporters of Real Madrid for three generations. He was registered as a member on the very day he was born. He dreams of becoming a player for Real Madrid, but unfortunately lacks the talent for football. Therefore, he studied economics in university, while secretly self-studying coaching courses. After graduation, he became a proud intern coach at Real Madrid's youth training camp

Hello, have you become the head coach of Real Madrid

Little did he imagine, even in his wildest dreams, that his mundane life would be completely transformed by an unexpected journey through time.