Chapter 264 Discussion and Meeting
Mendes hasn't come yet. Zhang Yang decided to discuss it with the people around him first.
The person he looked for first was his father. A father can be said to be the leader who falls in love with football. As a son, he will worship his father, although some people are unwilling to admit it.
Zhang Yang called Zhang Guodong. He first told his father about the two talks with the president of Manchester City Club.
Zhang Guodong listened to his son's story about the process of the meeting. Instead of expressing his position, he pondered for a moment and said to Zhang Yang, "Son, what do you think? Tell your father."
"Dad, I must admit that Mr. Alfaim is a good lobbyist. I am really moved by his words. To be precise, it's not just what he said about the good prospects and how much he values me, but his attitude and sincerity." Zhang Yang said.
"Are you moved? Son." Zhang Guodong said with a smile.
"Well, that's right. To be honest, I was also a little surprised that I no longer rejected this club, and even thought it was good to transfer to Manchester City. Zhang Yang said.
"Son, Dad doesn't know anything about this club. He just knows that this is not a traditional rich family and has an average reputation." Zhang Guodong said, "So, when it comes to suggestions, Dad can only say. Although Dad can also provide you with reference suggestions on this matter, you have to make the final decision.
"Dad, I know." Zhang Yang nodded, "However, I still want to hear your advice."
Zhang Guodong's face on the other end of the phone is grim. The decision on this matter is related to his son's career. Zhang Guodong was also a little nervous. However, Zhang Guodong knew that although his son did not seem to have made a decision, he knew that his son was a very independent person. Since he said to himself that he was no longer reject Manchester City, in fact, his son already had a tendency in his heart, but only because of some worries. He didn't realize his own tendency, or was unwilling to admit it.
There is a saying that Zhang Guodong is serious, that is, he must make his own decision on this matter. His son has grown up and has been drifting abroad in the past few years. He is relatively mature. Such a thing can completely make his own decision. As a father, he just looks from the side. As long as his son doesn't make an obvious mistake, he won't interfere.
"The Mr. Chairman of Manchester City Club really said that they were even willing to pay 100 million pounds to buy you?" Zhang Guodong asked.
"That's what it said." Zhang Yang nodded, "And I can see that he said it with sincerity."
Zhang Guodong smiled and said, "Son, Dad doesn't understand any big truth. However, I can play a metaphor. It seems that you are working in a company when you play football. If another company comes to dig you up, it is willing to pay a lot of 'terrove money' for you, and is willing to entrust you with heavy responsibilities, and this heavy responsibility is that you are the original. The company that comes can't get it. The only difference is that your original company is a large company, and the current company, although not small, is a new company. The future development prospects are unpredictable. This is the multiple-choice question you want to make. It is to stay in that big company with a long history. In this way, you may still be in your current position and situation, but you will gain a lot of glory. The background of this big company will also make you continue to be the focus. When you go to that new company, the role you can play will It's much bigger. There is a broader stage there, which belongs to you. The only thing you need to worry about is whether you can succeed in the future.
Zhang Yang listened to his father's words on the phone and fell into meditation. He did not say his decision, but took over his father's topic, and then said, in fact, at this time, he was more like talking to himself, "Manchester City is not short of money, and they are willing to give me 100 million. The transfer fee of pounds can show this point. I also know that they have a list. They want to chase more stars, so their ambitions are beyond doubt. Although they are not very famous and have average results now, this is a rare stage, a stage that absolutely belongs to me, so this one It doesn't matter what the current situation of the team is. What matters is whether they will be helpful to my career and my development in the future. Can I get more from playing in such a special team? Can I get a future that satisfies me!"
Zhang Guodong listened to his son's self-spoken, nodded and said with relief, "In fact, playing football is the same as looking for a job. When you go out to work, what you should pay more care of is not the current treatment, but whether this company can give you room for development and whether it can give you the trust that other companies will not give you. Son, you are still young, and the future is very broad. As a father, what my father wants to tell you is that no matter what you make, don't be afraid. As long as you make up your mind, work hard! I believe my son will succeed anywhere! Just like you were in Marseille, in Marseille, didn't you also become a star from an unknown player? So, son, remember, no matter where you are, the important thing is whether you have a heart to continue to work hard! How big the heart is and how wide the road is. To put it badly, if you insist on transferring to Manchester City, even if the development is not satisfactory in the next year or two, won't you be able to get out of this predicament? I don't believe it. I absolutely don't think my son will be depressed. He will definitely stand up and have more fighting ** and strength than ever before! And even if you choose to stay in Milan, even if you seek a transfer in the next year or two, will it be too late? Is there no good place to go? I don't believe it either! I believe that my son is the best. Even at that time, the team that pursues you will be countless, and there will still be so many great teams that need you!"
Zhang Yang didn't say anything on the other end of the phone. He felt that the corners of his eyes were a little wet. No, it was not wet, but tears flowing down.
Oh, Dad, thank you, thank you for your understanding, thank you for your words, that's right, your son is the best, thank you for your trust, thank you for your trust, thank you for your support.
Although Dad didn't give an answer, Zhang Yang knew that Dad had given that answer, that is, go boldly, there is nothing to be afraid of! Son, you are the best! There is nothing you can't afford to lose!
Dad, you are also the father that my son respects and admires the most. Zhang Yang said silently in his heart.
Dad's opinion has been received by Zhang Yang.
After soliciting his father's opinion, Zhang Yang knew that there was only one person left who did not ask. That person was his Zhang Dahai. Although the eldest brother was not a professional and did not know much about these things in football, Zhang Yang knew that he could definitely get useful advice from the eldest brother. Zhang Yang has always respected his eldest brother Zhang Dahai, and the two brothers have a very good relationship.
After listening to Zhang Yang tell the story, Zhang Dahai was silent first. He was thinking, and then Zhang Dahai began to express his point of view.
"Xiao Yang, I don't know anything about Manchester City. I know that Milan is much more famous and stronger than Manchester City." Zhang Dahai said to Zhang Yang, "So, I won't say more about the comparison between the two teams. I believe you must have your own comparison and results in your heart."
Zhang Dahai paused for a moment, lit a cigarette, and continued, "If you choose to stay in Milan, then I don't need to say anything more. After all, you are already familiar with Milan. What I want to say is that if you plan to choose Manchester City, what do you need to think about? If you think about these carefully, as for whether you choose Manchester City or stay in Milan, or choose to go to other big teams, I think it will be the result of your careful consideration. At the very least, you will not regret your decision.
"Thank you, brother. I know what you mean. Just say it." Zhang Yang smiled and said that he really felt that God was too kind to him at this time. With such a good family, is there anything to be dissatisfied with him? Are there any other invincible difficulties?
"First of all, personal treatment is very important. Manchester City's current fame and strength are not as good as that of Milan. So, what do they attract you? Let's not mention those great plans and blueprints for the future. First of all, the most practical thing is what kind of treatment they will give you. The personal treatment must be very good, which must be A contract that satisfies you very, " Zhang Dahai said.
"This is natural. The current funding of Manchester City Club is not a problem. There is one aspect that they can attract me. Naturally, there is also a treatment factor in it. Although Mr. Alphaim did not say it clearly, I know that the personal treatment should be very good. Zhang Yang said that he never said anything about his desire for money. There is nothing bad about it. It is normal for him to work hard, make money and make a lot of money.
Zhang Yang just reminded himself that chasing money is not the only purpose. Although he likes colorful money, he will never become a slave to money.
"That was the first point just now, and the second point is whether they have the ability and are willing to pay enough transfer fees for you to impress the Milan club. However, I believe this second point should not be a problem. Since they even expressed their willingness to pay 100 million pounds of transfer fee for you, it doesn't matter whether the final transfer fee is 60 million pounds or 100 million pounds, it doesn't matter. At least it shows their sincerity and attitude.
"Well, that's right, big brother." Zhang Yang smiled, "I was really shocked by this 100 million pounds at that time.
"Then the third point is the ambition of this club. As you said, they are very ambitious, so this club must show the strength and action that match their ambitions. I don't know the current players of Manchester City, but this team failed to kill in the Premier League last season. Entering the League Cup shows the problem, that is, the level of their existing players is really not flattering, so the question now is that if you go to Manchester City, can the team guarantee that you are the core, equipped with helpers for you, equipped to help you, help the team, and ensure that the team is at least It is very critical that the strength on paper can have the foundation for good results. As for whether the strength on paper can finally be transformed into combat effectiveness, then it is not what you can master. Zhang Dahai said.
Zhang Yang nodded. The big brother's "strength on paper" refers to the player's configuration, which means that if he joins Manchester City, can and will the club continue to invest a large amount of money to improve the team's staffing to enhance its strength. To put it simply, Manchester City can bring a few big stars this summer. Can these big stars help his ambitions and goals?
"And, the most important thing is whether the position of Alfaim, the chairman of Manchester City Club, is stable, how powerful he is, how powerful is his energy, and whether he can guarantee the continuation of his established strategy step by step!" Zhang Dahai said.
"In this regard, from my intuitive feeling, Alfaim is indeed a very resourceful and ambitious Mr. Chairman. I think it is the luck of this club to have such a Mr. Chairman. Moreover, I have to say that Mr. Alfaim has left a good impression on me, and I think this is also for joining. An important reason why Manchester City is not disgusted.
"Very good. It seems that you will take into account these points I said." Zhang Dahai said, "Of course, no matter how much I say, I just want to help you analyze and make suggestions. The final choice lies with you, Xiao Yang. I believe that neither my father nor I will interfere in your decision. However, the eldest brother hopes you can be cautious, because what is the future of Manchester City? Does this club really want to use you as a banner and is willing to spend a lot of money around you to rebuild, or I don't know if I'm just lying to you. However, I hope you don't worry about gains and losses after making a careful decision. At that time, all you need is to work hard.
Zhang Yang also nodded vigorously, "Brother, I know what you mean. Thank you. You and Dad mean the same, haha. You also know me. Although I may be more contradictory now, once I make a decision, I will not worry about gains and losses. I will work hard as always, because I know that this is the only way to success.
"That's so right." Zhang Dahai shouted for Zhang Yang's words, "Brother, no matter when, you are the pride of our family."
"Brother, you will always be my pride. He is the person I respect the most." Zhang Yang said with a smile. Although he hasn't made a final decision yet, he is much more relaxed now and is no longer as depressed as before. For Zhang Yang, the understanding and support of his family is always what he cares about most and his motivation. The reason why he cares so much about his family's attitude is that he loves them as if his relatives love him.
Just as Zhang Yang and his family discussed his future, AC Milan head coach Ancelotti was strongly suppressing his anger.
Ancelotti came out of his own office and stood in the corridor. He suddenly wanted to smoke, but he took out the cigarette box, but he did not take out the cigarette. He did not want to smoke in the corridor. Although he was the head coach of the team, he smoked in the corridor, and no one would say anything, but Ann Celodi has always been very strict with himself. Since he restrains his players, he will lead by example. Although it is a holiday, there are few people in Milanello, and even the young players of the youth team are on holiday.
When he walked to the bathroom, Ancelotti pulled out a cigarette, lit it, took a sip hard, but was choked. He coughed repeatedly. After coughing, he continued to smoke regardless.
A cigarette, in less than a minute, there are only cigarette butts left.
Ancelotti extinguished the cigarette butt, opened the cigarette box again, and wanted another one, but he was disappointed to see that the cigarette box was empty.
"Empty? No more?!" The head coach of AC Milan shook his head and smiled bitterly. This ordinary little thing made the head coach more excited, and he slammed the gilded cigarette box on the ground.
Then, the head coach of Milan, whose face turned red, turned on the faucet and washed his face in the same way. Why did he say it was the same way? His clothes, clean suits, suit trousers, and leather shoes are all water stains.
Standing in front of the big mirror on the bathroom sink, staring at yourself in the mirror. Look at the drops of water hanging on the tip of his nose and eyebrows. Ancelotti took out a handkerchief from his pocket and wiped it casually. Then, he put it away and put it back in his pocket. This handkerchief was bought for him by his wife many years ago. He has been using it all the time. Ancelotti is a very affectionate person.
Just now in the office, he, Galliani, Braida and Leonardo had a conference call with the team's boss Berlusconi in their respective offices or at home or at the resort. The atmosphere of the meeting made him very uncomfortable.
Although Ancelotti is not alone, Galliani and Braida are his allies, and they agree on some things. However, the result made it difficult for them to smile.
Manchester City's fierce offensive against Zhang Yang. Although AC Milan Club has issued a statement saying that Zhang Yang is not for sale, this is obviously just an explanation to the media and fans. In fact, Manchester City's pursuit of Zhang Yang obviously interfered with the interior of AC Milan.
Galliani and Ancelotti's point of view is very clear. Zhang Yang is a real non-sale product, and no matter what the situation is, it cannot be sold. What this young man shows is the strength to create a dynasty.
Although Braida did not clearly state that he could not sell Zhang Yang's point of view, Braida expressed his own point of view. Braida said that if he sold Zhang Yang, then it is almost impossible to find another scorer who can score such a crazy goal, even Ronaldinho. It is impossible to make AC Milan's attack power equal to last season.
So, in essence, Braida is also opposed to selling publicity. However, there is a saying that Braida has laid the groundwork for selling Zhang Yang, that is, unless Manchester City can provide a price that they really can't refuse.
After all, it is no secret that the current financial crisis of Milan Club is long ago.
As for Leonardo, he first informed the participants of the club's progress on the introduction of Ronaldinho. The Barcelona club basically agreed to AC Milan's offer of 24 million euros to Barcelona. In addition, the salary negotiations were also with Ronaldinho himself and Ronaldinho. Nardinho's brother, his agent Assis, has reached a range where negotiations can continue.
That's 6.5~7.5 million euros. If this price is negotiated, once Ronaldinho transfers to AC Milan, then the former World Footballer of the Footballer will be the second person in AC Milan, second only to Kaka's annual salary of 9 million euros!
In this, Ancelotti questioned that the head coach of AC Milan only said one sentence. Ronaldinho did not make any contribution to AC Milan. As soon as he came to the team, he got the second highest salary of the team, which was unfair to other players who brought glory to Milan.
Although Ancelotti did not say it clearly, everyone, including Berlusconi, could hear what he said. What Ancelotti said was Zhang Yang. Milan had been in a deadlock with the renewal of the contract with Zhang Yang before. Milan was only willing to raise Zhang Yang's salary from 3.5 million euros to Four million euros, on par with Pirlo and others. Become the kind of player in the team, second only to Kaka.
Ancelotti is very dissatisfied with this. In his opinion, the team wants Zhang Yang to be loyal to the team. In terms of salary, not to mention being in line with Kaka, at least to show a certain sincerity. In Ancelotti's heart, if Milan can provide Zhang Yang with a new contract of 5 million euros, it can satisfy Zhang Yang. Although this is still a lot different from Kaka's nine million euros, Zhang Yang's five million salary will surpass players such as Pirlo and Sidorf and become a player second only to Kaka in the whole team, which is enough to satisfy this young man. Because Ancelotti consciously knows more about Zhang Yang. Although Zhang Yang seems to be a little unruly, he is not the kind of player who plays football simply for money. This young man pursues honor and needs to be respected by the club. Five million euros is a new contract that can make Zhang Yang feel respected. The salary of this New Testament is enough to ensure that in the next few years, the team will have a great margin when raising Zhang Yang's salary.
So, when I heard Leonardo say that Ronaldinho's salary range is between six million euros and seven million euros, Ancelotti will say 'strange words', although these words are not in line with his status as a head coach. After all, Ronaldinho will also be his player.
Leonardo's answer to Ancelotti's strange words is sharp. He said that Ronaldinho, as a star who has won the World Footballer of the Year and the European Golden Globe Award, and as one of the best stars in football, it is not surprising to get this salary.
Ancelotti shut up angrily and ignored Leonardo. Ancelotti is not malicious to Leonardo, but he doesn't like Leonardo's efforts to increase the number of members of the Brazilian Gang in Milan. In Ancelotti's opinion, it is not good for a team to rely too much on players from a certain country. Of course, the Dutch Three Musketeers period was an exception.
However, after discussing Ronaldinho's joining, Berlusconi suddenly raised a topic, that is, what do you think about the Manchester City club's purchase publicity?
Berlusconi's words immediately attracted the attention of all those who participated in the telephone video conference, because things can't just look at the surface. In fact, Berlusconi can ask what they think of this matter, which can explain Berlusconi's potential attitude.
Berlusconi's potential attitude conveyed the message that the other four people began to think.
After all, in a word, there is only one real boss in Milan, that is, Berlusconi, who is definitely the master of the words.
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