Chapter 113: The Empty Space
Friday, July 9, 2010
The morning at Broadfield Stadium was cool and wet.
Niels arrived early and everything he had learned during his time abroad was still with him: tactical discipline, teamwork, a strong sense of what a club should stand for, and the energy young players could bring. Those lessons kept him focused.
But the transfer window had already caused problems. Luka Radev had officially left for Parma. Max Simons was still unsure after receiving an offer from La Liga, and José Baxter's departure had left a big hole in midfield.
It was the first full training session without Luka. With preseason now underway, Niels knew he had to deal with the gaps in the squad and keep the team moving forward.
The training ground was already busy as the players arrived and stepped onto the soft, muddy pitch.
