Metz's head coach Jean Fernandz is a somewhat bald middle-aged white man. When he saw Chu Zhongtian and his agent James Meri, he had a smile on his face, just like the sunshine at this moment, Chu Zhongtian felt that maybe he would get along well with this head coach.

"Welcome, Chu." Fernandez spoke French, and it seemed that he would not say it finally. Fortunately, Mr. Merry was translating for Chu Zhongtian.

Two people shook hands together.

"What do you think of Metz?" Fernandez asked with a smile after shaking his hands.

"It's very beautiful." Chu Zhongtian replied.

"Well, I hope you will like it here." Fernandez nodded, and after the greeting, he got to the point: "I watched some of your game videos, especially the game against Chelsea. I think your performance was excellent, so we also sent scouts to observe you. Unfortunately, you finally chose Chelsea, not us."

Chu Zhongtian smiled a little uncomfortable - he rejected the other party before, but he didn't expect that he has gone around in a big circle and then to the other party. If he didn't choose Chelsea, but chose Mets directly, what would it be like?

Destiny is really wonderful.

"Maybe I have to say something practical, Chu. Although we are optimistic about your potential, you may not be able to meet the requirements of representing the team. Because you have always played and trained in amateur teams, I don't know how good the level of the English Ninth League is, but I think it will definitely not be better than our French League One, right?"

This was a bit straightforward, but it was a fact. Chu Zhongtian nodded.

"You need to re-train. I have arranged some training plans for you. I heard that your physical fitness is not a problem? So the training content we give you is mainly to improve your skills in technical and tactical aspects, which you need to complete carefully. Start with CFA in the game."

James Merry explained while translating: "Cfa is the second team league, which is equivalent to our English reserve league. Although it is a Class C event, it is all reserve teams from various Class A clubs, so it is still very competitive."

Chu Zhongtian nodded and said, "No problem, sir. I will follow your arrangements."

Fernandez was very satisfied with Chu Zhongtian's attitude.

"You know that we are not a strong team, but we are still very outstanding in cultivating young people. Metz's scouts have unique vision. Mr. Rayer strongly recommends you, obviously you have unique features. I believe in his vision and you. Work hard, we do not believe in fame here. Even if you are a player from an amateur league, as long as you have the ability, we treat you equally. A few days earlier than you, we just signed a player. He has been playing in the low-level league before, but we still signed him because he has a fancy to his potential. We believe that he can shine in Metz. I hope you can become good friends in the future, haha!"

Fernandez did not name the person. After that, he waved his hand and asked Chu Zhongtian to go for a physical examination. If everything goes well after the physical examination, he will sign the contract.

Like at Chelsea, Chu Zhongtian's physical examination results surprised Metz's team doctors. If Coach Fernandez had just heard that Chu Zhongtian's physical fitness was good before, then now he is sure that Chu Zhongtian's physical fitness has surpassed everyone... "It's just for your physical fitness, it's not a wrong decision to rent you." This is what Fernandez said to Chu Zhongtian.

There are no injuries or hidden dangers. His height is even three centimeters taller than the one tested two years ago, increasing from 1.80 meters to 1.83 meters. Chu Zhongtian's body is normal. Even after returning to China, he did not let his weight rebound. This made Chu Zhongtian a little proud, but Fernandez still said about weight.

"The endurance is good, but Chu, you're a little fat."

Chu Zhongtian was surprised. He always thought that his body was very good, and that was not fat, but strong.

"Your fat content is a bit high, and if you can lose weight, your ability to fight will be stronger. So next we will develop a special recipe for you, you must lose weight. Eighty kilograms of weight is not good for a professional player. You need to lose at least four kilograms. At the same time, add strength training content."

After the translation, Meili also looked at Chu Zhongtian and said to him: "To be honest, Chu. I also think that if you can lose weight, your figure will look better, so I can help you contact those apparel sponsors..."

"Okay, I will lose." Chu Zhongtian rolled his eyes at his agent and said to the head coach.

"Then there is no problem with other things...we can sign a contract!"

※※※I signed a contract with Mets Club, and Chu Zhongtian was told that there were also interviews with reporters.

Finally, there was an interview with reporters after signing the contract, and Chu Zhongtian was very excited about this. He was also wondering whether he would say hello to French journalists in the French he had just learned in the face of French.

As a result, when he faced those reporters, he found that more than 90% of the people coming were Chinese journalists... He even saw Xu Xiaodi, Mr. Xu, inside!

Chu Zhongtian is not unfamiliar with Chinese journalists, and it can be said that there is nothing new. Before those reporters opened their mouths, he knew what questions they were going to ask.

It's nothing more than "what do you think about being loaned to Mets" and "what does it help Mets compete for Chelsea's first-team position".

However, this time there is another question: "You are the third Chinese player to join Metz. Can you evaluate the two compatriots who joined the team before you, Chu Zhongtian?"

Chu Zhongtian knew that two Chinese young players had joined the Metz youth team before him, but he didn't know the specific situation, nor did he see them playing football and training. He just came to Metz and didn't do anything to do his own thing, so he had no time to care about other people.

But he couldn't say that directly. After accepting more interviews from Chinese reporters, Chu Zhongtian himself figured it out. To be honest, it was not a good habit.

"You are talking about Wang Hao and Jiang Ran, are we? We are fellow townsmen, and being able to be left in Metz shows their strength."

Chu Zhongtian was unwilling to say anything extra, and he said too much and made many mistakes.

Finally, a French reporter stood up and asked Chu Zhongtian how much he knew about Metz Club.

"This is a very young team, I know Pire is from Metz, so I'm glad I can play in such a team."

When he was interviewed by a French reporter for the first time, Chu Zhongtian did not show any big talk. He was a little cautious. He mentioned Pire, who once played for Metz, and it was obvious that the French reporter had a smile on his face. It seemed that flattery could work anywhere.

The interview was only fifteen minutes, and after the time came, the reporters were invited out of the conference room.

Chu Zhongtian let out a sigh of relief, and Meili looked at him and smiled: "A thing has finally ended. Now you can train well, Chu. I will help you find the house, and the French Teachers Club will help you contact you. I think it will be done in the next few days. You can stay in the hotel first in the next few days."

Chu Zhongtian nodded.

The hotel they stayed at is not too far from Metz's home court and training base. It is only a five-minute drive to drive. Chu Zhongtian can usually walk to train alone.

"Buy a map and don't get lost. There are many small streets in Metz." Mr. Metry reminded at last.

※※※When the two left Metz club, Chu Zhongtian met Xu Xiaodi outside, who was obviously waiting for him.

"I have been waiting for you in Chengdu for half a month. You didn't come. I didn't expect to meet you here, Mr. Xu." Chu Zhongtian walked up to him and said hello to him, and then introduced his new economic person: "My agent, Mr. James Merry, was also a reporter before, but now he has changed his career."

The two shook hands: "I'm glad to know you."

Then Xu Xiaodi said to Chu Zhongtian: "Hi, the matter of returning to China is hard to describe. Anyway, I am not doing it in "Century New Sports" now."

Chu Zhongtian was a little surprised.

"I am now a reporter for Sports Weekly."

Chu Zhongtian was even more surprised. He always thought that Xu Xiaodi didn't like the Sports Weekly.

Of course Xu Xiaodi knew what he was thinking. "There is no way, who can't find a sports newspaper in China that can compete with the Sports Weekly? At least I went to the Sports Weekly to get more money, and I still have the opportunity to continue interviewing you."

He switched to Sports Weekly because "Century New Sports" did not meet his treatment requirements. Not only that, he also planned to withdraw his press station in London because the expenses were too high. One Chu Zhongtian obviously could not save a newspaper. The news about Chu Zhongtian poached by Xu Xiaodi for "Century New Sports" could not bring the newspaper back to life. It would be possible unless Chu Zhongtian is an influential superstar like Yao Ming.

But now he is just Xiaohe showing his sharp corners... And while he was having a breakup with "Century New Sports", "Sports Weekly" took action at the right time and poached Xu Xiaodi by paying the transfer fee and increasing his salary. Just like they poached Li Xiang from "Football". At that time, Li Xiang was the closest relationship between Zhonghe Milu, a reporter from all over China, and he could always easily get a lot of exclusive news and inside stories.

Sports Weekly is optimistic about Chu Zhongtian's future, but their people cannot get in. Chu Zhongtian's attitude towards Li Liangcai is always cold and does not care that he is the chief reporter of Sports Weekly in the UK. Since we can't get close to you, then pursue the reporter who is closest to you. This is the usual way of Sports Weekly.

Xu Xiaodi thus became a reporter for Sports Weekly.

"I will follow you and interview you in the future, haha, Xiao Chu!" Xu Xiaodi was very happy. On the one hand, this was exactly what he had dreamed of, and on the other hand, there was a considerable salary, enough for him to support his family.

"Is your French OK?" Chu Zhongtian felt strange. Xu Xiaodi was clearly a reporter in the UK. She came to France for an interview. Aren't she afraid of language barriers?

"Hehe." Xu Xiaodi laughed proudly when she heard Chu Zhongtian's question. "I know many languages. Although French is not the most proficient in it, it is no problem to deal with daily conversations."

"I really envy you..." Chu Zhongtian sighed. He was still confused when he heard French. When he thought of meeting his teammates tomorrow, he was a little worried - he couldn't understand and could he be excluded? He didn't want to compete with Wimbledon, and wasted two months of time.

That is an amateur league, you can do whatever you want. This is a professional league. If he dares to do that, he will be left alone by the team. He can't resist his waste in two months. Now he can get into the team every minute and every second.

"Take it slowly, don't worry. I think you have a strong learning ability, and you will do it as long as you want to learn." Xu Xiaodi comforted.

"I'll say hello to you today, and there are still many opportunities to interview you in the future. I won't delay you." Xu Xiaodi and Chu Zhongtian and Meili said goodbye and left.

"Go back, Chu?" Merry suggested.

Chu Zhongtian accepted it happily. It was very close anyway, so it was easier than taking a bus.

Walking in the quiet streets, Chu Zhongtian suddenly said: "This place looks a bit like Wimbledon."

Merry laughed: "Which are still thinking about Wimbledon?"

"I'm so impressed, I'll never forget it in my life." Chu Zhongtian said. "The pre-season training for the new season has begun. I don't know how they are doing at this time..."

He looked up at the western sky, and there was a white cloud over the other side of the skyline.

It seems that under the white cloud is the King's Ranch, which is Wimbledon.

※※※The business is still good in the Wimbledon bar. Boss John hired two bartenders, and he sat outside and chatted with the drinkers.

Those two bartenders are also pretty good, with quick hands and feet, but everyone's feelings for them are not as intimate as when they saw Chu Zhongtian. Maybe it will take time.

"I heard that Chu went to France, it seems to be Metz?"

"It's Metz, but where is Metz?"

"It seems to be in the northeast of France."

"That's so far..."

Everyone was chatting with wine, but the topic was still Chu Zhongtian.

"I wonder what kind of performance he can do?"

"It seems that I can't see any news about French football in the country..."

"We don't seem to be able to help."

"Oh, Emily left, Chu also left, and suddenly felt a little uncomfortable..." Jackson stretched.

"You can go to the United States and France to find them, Jackson."

"I still have my wife, children and work!"

There was a burst of laughter in the crowd.

Boss John sat next to them, watching them talk about Chu, but was not involved. Behind him was a wall full of photos. On his face was Chu Zhongtian, Emily and their photo.

※※※"Everyone. Our team is getting more and more regular. The reserve team and the under-14 youth team have been established, so our training needs to be more regular." Wimbledon Athletics head coach Terry Eames stood in front of a group of players and waved.

"This summer, we will train every Saturday or Sunday morning. We are not playing around, we have a team with a goal. Do you want to spend your whole life hanging out in the amateur league? So you all want..."

Qiao Xilin didn't listen to what the boss said later, and he looked at the sky in the distance and walked away.

Chu went to Ligue 1 Metz, which was the top league... What an enviable boy!

He was thinking about the time he was drinking in a Wimbledon bar before changing his name. When Chu asked him whether he still wanted to play professional football, he did not answer at the time. Now he remembered whether he was honestly speaking out his thoughts at the time, and did he also want to stand on a higher level field now?
To be continued...