Blue Lock Chapter 241: Isagi ignites Igaguri's pride, Kaiser and Ness's past hinted

In Blue Lock chapter 241, Igaguri reaches out to Isagi for assistance as Bastard Munchen prepares for their final match in the Neo Egoist League. With little time left, they must act quickly to catch up to their competitors. Meanwhile, Michael Kaiser remains determined after his loss to Isagi and shows no signs of backing down. In the previous chapter, the manga unveils the auction rankings for the Blue Lock players. Although Isagi manages to significantly increase his value, he continues to trail behind Itoshi Rin, who impressed with a hattrick against Manshine City. Despite receiving an offer from La Real, Michael Kaiser remains fixated on his defeat by Isagi.

Blue Lock chapter 241: Kaiser hopes to destroy Isagi

Hiori Yo featured in a still from Blue Lock chapter 241 (Image via Kodansha).

In Blue Lock chapter 241, titled "Takuan and Natto!", it was revealed that Barcha was pitted against Paris X Gen, while Manshine City faced off against Ubers. This arrangement allowed the Bastard Munchen players to take a break, recover, and further enhance their training.

Raichi's valuation left him feeling ecstatic, especially when Yukimiya Kenyu commended Hiori Yo for his crucial assist to Yoichi Isagi. Under immense pressure, Hiori confessed that he had finally embraced the Blue Lock mentality and resolved to only team up with strikers who could truly grasp his passes. This revelation indicated his willingness to abandon anyone who didn't meet his exacting standards.

Yoichi Isagi as observed in Blue Lock chapter 241 (Image via Kodansha)

Isagi and the others couldn't ignore Hiori's sadistic nature and decided to tease him. In response, Hiori shifted the attention towards Isagi and revealed what the fans thought about him. Despite their differences, the fans believed that Isagi and Kaiser should team up at the front, which infuriated Isagi. He detested the idea of partnering with Kaiser. However, his teammates held a different opinion.

Afterwards, everyone went their separate ways for individual training. It was then that Igaguri approached Isagi seeking advice. As Igaguri had yet to play a match for Bastard Munchen, his auction value was at zero. Consequently, he wanted some guidance. Unfortunately, Isagi had no idea what suggestions to offer and asked about Igaguri's motivation for playing football.

As seen in Blue Lock chapter 241 (Image via Kodansha), Igarashi Gurima made a surprising revelation about his reason for playing football – he was actually trying to avoid inheriting the family temple. While he considered his goal to be weaker compared to others, Isagi had a different perspective. He believed that Igaguri's unique goal served as the foundation for awakening his own ego. Encouraging him to continue pursuing his goal, Isagi provided no concrete suggestion but it was enough to motivate Igaguri. With newfound confidence, Igaguri was determined to take on whatever was necessary to achieve his goal.

Elsewhere, Michael Kaiser pushed himself to the brink of exhaustion. Despite receiving an offer from La Real, he could not fathom the idea of concluding his journey in the Neo Egoist League with a loss against Isagi. Suddenly, Alexis Ness made his way into the training room, reminiscing about the transformative moment when he initially crossed paths with Kaiser and found immense inspiration within him.

Final thoughts on Blue Lock chapter 241

Blue Lock chapter 241 featured an intriguing hint about Kaiser and Ness' backstory. Fans can anticipate a deeper exploration of their past in the next chapter. Interestingly, judging from the illustration in the manga, it appears that the flashback does not occur too far in the past, as both characters are depicted wearing Bastard Munchen jerseys.

Editor's P/S

In Blue Lock chapter 241, we witness the intense rivalry between Isagi and Kaiser heating up. Kaiser's sinister intentions to dismantle Isagi's dreams become more evident, hinting at a thrilling confrontation in the upcoming chapters. Meanwhile, Igaguri seeks Isagi's aid, hoping to improve his skills and catch up with the competition. Isagi's unique perspective on Igaguri's goal serves as a catalyst for the latter's newfound confidence and determination.

The chapter also teases a glimpse into Kaiser and Ness' past, leaving fans eager to delve deeper into their history and the events that shaped their current dynamic. Overall, Blue Lock chapter 241 delivers exciting developments that keep readers on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating the next installment.