Chapter 621: Tang Ye's Fan Fan Dejia Debut, Haaland's Super Nordic Cod

October 12th, with only five days remaining until the fourth round of the Fan Fan Dejia match between Hoffenheim and Borussia Dortmund, the mood among Fan Fan Dejia fans grew increasingly excited.

Because everyone knew clearly that the fourth round would likely mark Tang Ye's Fan Fan Dejia debut, even if not as a starter, then certainly as a substitute.

Why say this? This brings us to The Sun; although Tang Ye had traveled far to Germany, this British newspaper had not given up its research on him.

Dortmund spent at least 75 million euros on Tang Ye's loan, and according to calculations by a reporter from The Sun, Dortmund needed to pay approximately 1.3 million euros for every match Tang Ye played.

If Dortmund performed poorly in the German Cup or stopped at the group stage of the Champions League, the average cost per match could exceed 1.6 million euros.

For Premier League teams, this was an astronomical price, so it was absolutely impossible for Dortmund to let Tang Ye remain at the training base for integration.

Sky Germany Director: The fourth round will definitely be TY's Fan Fan Dejia debut; there will be no unexpected situations.

【Starting to apply buffs, huh? The match hasn't even started, and there's already a heap of buffs; in the end, Tang Ye won't even get on the pitch.】

【Impossible for him not to play; over a million euros per match—this is f***ing euros, not RMB!】

【Manchester United really made a killing.】

【Hard to say; if Dortmund can reach the Champions League semi-finals and claim the prize money, breaking even is definitely no problem.】

【Zhang Zhang Yuning transferring to Dortmund? Damn, I declare that Saint E has earned my unilateral right to not be criticized.】

China Media Group: CCTV-5 will broadcast all of Borussia Dortmund's Fan Fan Dejia and Champions League matches for the 2020-21 season. The originally planned "Manchester United League 38-round full broadcast" is suspended.

Repost: Tang Ye shared a national team photo with Zhang Zhang Yuning on social media. "Welcome, Brother Ning!"

As Tang Ye's debut approached, the atmosphere in the Fan Fan Dejia league grew increasingly tense, with Escrivá naturally being the most nervous of all.

With a 75-million-euro Tang Ye and a 5.2-million-euro Zhang Zhang Yuning, if Dortmund performed poorly this season, Escrivá would undoubtedly become the target of Dortmund fans' wrath.

"Tomorrow's match focus remains primarily on their full-backs; our attacking weight on both flanks is equal... Our key lies in the midfield and the striker. Jude, pay attention to linking up with Tom."

Escrivá singled out Bellingham, who indicated he was listening.

"I know you possess outstanding ability and are a genius, but first ensure Tom performs. Once the match starts, you'll understand why I said this; the opposition will definitely double-team Tom."

"Mm, let's leave it at that for now."

As Escrivá walked away, Haaland looked at Tang Ye: "Are you feeling nervous?"

"Haha, a little. But I feel okay."

"I was very nervous during my first match at Dortmund."

After finishing his sentence, Haaland suddenly changed the subject: "When is Zhang arriving?"

"Do you like him that much? You don't even know him yet, do you?"

"Haha!"

Just as the Sky Germany director had said, Tang Ye was indeed included in Dortmund's squad list.

With one hour remaining until kickoff, neither team's starting lineup had been announced yet; at this moment, the Fan Fan Dejia official account posted a very interesting tweet, consisting purely of text with just one simple sentence.

【He's here.】

Match Preview: Fan Fan Dejia Round 4, Dortmund away against Hoffenheim; Reus leads the starting lineup, Tang Ye makes his Fan Fan Dejia debut!

"China Central Television! Good evening, dear audience members, this is the live broadcast bringing you..."

"Both teams' players are currently ready in the tunnel."

"Yes, we can see that the camera focus is now on Tang Ye, Dortmund's new signing this season; he and Zhang Zhang Yuning are currently the only two Chinese players in the Fan Fan Dejia league."

In the shot, Tang Ye was chatting with Haaland; during this, a Hoffenheim player nearby chatted with him, securing Tang Ye's match-worn jersey for his Fan Fan Dejia debut in advance.

"Phew..."

Beep!

Let's go!

【You have purchased Vardy's Super Red Bull.】

【You have purchased Haaland's Super Nordic Cod: For the next 2 hours, your thinking speed increases by 15%.】

The Nordic Cod was an incredibly powerful item, so the moment Tang Ye obtained it, he upgraded it to level +10.

The restriction of no more than twice a week still existed, but the key point was not the restriction, but the boost in thinking speed the Super Cod provided Tang Ye.

Tang Ye gave a thumbs-up to Haaland, who was preparing to kick off at the center circle; the latter signaled that he was ready!

"Beep!!"

"Alright, dear audience members, the match has begun; Haaland passes back directly to Pogba!"

"..."

Borussia Dortmund (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Hitz

Defenders: Hakimi, Piszczek, Hummels, Guerreiro

Midfielders: Bellingham, Tang Ye, Pogba

Forwards: Thorgan, Haaland, Reus (C)

Head Coach: Escrivá

Dortmund stuck with the 4-3-3 formation; Pogba, who originally played as a defensive midfielder, remained in that position, while Bellingham, originally an attacking midfielder, was pulled back.

"Actually, I think having Bellingham play as a defensive midfielder isn't a good choice."

"That's correct, because based on Coach Zhan's and my observations of this player, Bellingham should be more suited to a more advanced position, such as an attacking midfielder, second striker, or even a winger."

The camera cut to Escrivá; the Dortmund head coach was scratching his head.

Negotiations between Dortmund and Bellingham had actually started long ago, back when Dortmund had no plans to loan Tang Ye.

A gentleman's agreement had already been finalized; at that point, news suddenly broke that Tang Ye was unable to register for the Premier League.

Simply put, had Tang Ye's work permit issue been discovered slightly earlier, Dortmund might never have proceeded with this somewhat redundant reinforcement in Bellingham.

Dortmund now has a full four first-choice attacking midfielders: Tang Ye, Brandt, Reus, and Bellingham!

With three extras, their current situations are respectively: substitute, playing as a striker, and playing as a defensive midfielder.

At first glance, Dortmund's players all seem to have high market values, but if you look closely, you'll discover that many players occupy overlapping positions; this is the major problem.

How to solve this problem is what Dortmund needs to consider next...

"Beautiful!"

"Tang Ye receives Pogba's through ball!"

"It's played a bit high!"

"Control it!"

After controlling Pogba's lofted through ball at his feet, Hoffenheim's defenders quickly closed in.

Samassekou moves straight toward Tang Ye's face.

With a V-drag, Tang Ye momentarily creates a bit of distance, then looks for Bellingham making a run on the left.

Slap!

The timing is impeccable; Tang Ye plays a nutmeg pass.

The ball slips through Samassekou's legs, delivered precisely to Bellingham.

"Wow!!!"

Bellingham takes the ball and runs forward!

Although filling in as a defensive midfielder today, Bellingham's actual style of play has little to do with that position.

After dribbling alone for about ten meters, Bellingham encounters a defender.

Forced to release the ball.

He passes to Thorgan!

Thorgan Hazard, just like Eden Hazard, relies purely on talent.

Dribbling forward, he draws Bellingham with him toward the left flank's byline.

"Haaland is already inside the penalty area!"

"Let's see how Dortmund handles this attack."

"Tang Ye..."

The broadcast camera cuts to Tang Ye.

Tang Ye is in the central channel without the ball, yet surrounded by no fewer than two markers.

Thorgan dribbles toward the penalty area!

"Hey!"

Suddenly accelerating into open space, Tang Ye steals the ball from under Thorgan's feet.

He leaps up!

Samassekou places a hand on Tang Ye's shoulder, but the latter executes a backheel, violently smashing the ball into the penalty area.

"Inside!"

Reus shouts loudly.

Haaland snaps back to reality, sees the ball charging in, and instantly pokes it with his toe.

"Goal!"

"Goal!"

"Haaland!"

"Haaland scores!"