Blue Dream Trail (Soccer) - Episode 35.5

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──Wednesday, September 20, 2028

The day after the first round of the Champions League (vs. Sporting)

Football media across Europe were reporting summaries of the opening match of the Champions League.

Winners, losers.

Praise, criticism.

Stats, impact–

However, there were hardly any mentions of “Ren” among them.

Augsburg lost 0-3. It’s been a rough start for Augsburg this season.”

“Ren showed his spirit, but individual success alone cannot save the team.”

“The luster from last season is completely gone…”

The evaluation was “buried.”

But… that wasn’t all.

London club headquarters

Club Office/Analysis Department/International Scouting Office

“…Did you see it? Naoe Ren.”

“Yes. Although it didn’t show up in the numbers, that was the type of thing that you couldn’t see unless you read into his play.”

Two scouts are talking while rewinding the footage from the first match of the Champions League.

“Even when we were down by three points, we didn’t lose that level of concentration.”

“There were moments when I felt like I was in the zone.”

“What’s more, he’s doing everything based on predictions. He’s not a normal 21-year-old.”

“Physically, he still has room to grow, and he’s tall.”

A collection of lotus touches is played.

How to keep a distance.

A pass at an angle that encourages forward movement.

The body position that does not run away even when under pressure.

“…You’re the type who shines more in a strong team.”

The other person nodded slightly at his words.

“He’s under contract this season…?”

“No, until 2031.

However, if Augsburg miss out on the Champions League spots, he is likely to enter into transfer talks.”

A quiet gaze followed Ren’s back through the screen.

Japan: Late-night social media

Ren’s play was quietly becoming a hot topic among soccer fans.

“We were losing 3-0, but Ren was in a class of his own.”

“I was able to avoid all the opponent’s press.”

“That through pass, if only it had gone through…”

“You should transfer now.”

Clips from the footage became a buzz during the late-night hours.

Meanwhile, in Augsburg.

Ren was in the video room at the team facility, as usual.

Play, stop, rewind.

I don’t want to be evaluated by anyone.

But the fact that my play can reach others is

A small fire had ignited inside of him.

night.

As I left the clubhouse, manager Behle called out to me.

“Hey, Ren. That match… how did you feel?”

Ren thought for a moment and answered.

“I still thought I could do it.”

“I thought I had to do more.”

Behle nodded.

“I’m sorry for relying so much on you, Ren, but you’re a player who can go even further.”

“Especially scoring more goals.”

“It will no doubt be a tough season, but I look forward to working with you.”

The setting sun stretched out long behind Ren’s back as he walked.