Big Moves Before the World Cup

Real Madrid's season had ended quite late, leaving only a full half-month before the World Cup kicked off.

Teams from every country still had to hold training camps in advance, so most players went straight from their clubs' training grounds to their national teams' training grounds.

Of course, Lu Yang was not among them.

As was customary, Lu Yang would join the squad later.

There was no question that this was superstar privilege.

In some national teams, such an arrangement would certainly stir dissatisfaction among certain players.

Right, Belgium?

But the Italy National Team expressed deep understanding.

Italy head coach Maniero stated bluntly, "I hope Lu Yang can get some proper rest. What he needs right now isn't a training camp, but complete relaxation."

Renowned Serie A coach Soto said, "Lu Yang's first priority right now is Sophia's health. He should spend more time by Sophia's side. Only once Sophia's condition has stabilized can Lu Yang devote himself fully to the pitch."

"This is only human nature. We have to be understanding toward Lu. Do you remember what Lu Yang once said? Football is just football. It shouldn't, and can't, be more important than life!"

Italy National Team captain Audi said, "Ordinary players need a great deal of training to develop chemistry, but Lu Yang is the microwave type of player. His football IQ is so high that he doesn't need any training at all."

Italy National Team vice-captain Plasedes said, "I even think Lu Yang joining training would make our camp less effective, because he's strong enough to disrupt the balance between both attack and defense!"

Italy National Team third captain and Lu Yang's former teammate Bernulini said, "Remember the European Championship, lads? If necessary, we can let Lu Yang rest all the way through the group stage!"

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