Chapter 77 Hesitation in Transfer

After all, the establishment of an investment company is just a branch of Mark's football career. Mark still has to play well now, so Mark is still back to the current transfer issue of Mark.

Mark accepted the invitation from Dortmund and flew to Dortmund in Germany. Dortmund is located in the Ruhr district of North Rhine-Westfalen in western Germany and is the seventh largest city in Germany. Dortmund is an important economic and trade center in the Nordrhein-westfalen in western Germany (Nordrhein-westfalen, referred to as North Rhine-Westfalen) in western Germany, and is located in the eastern part of the Ruhr district. The Ruhr River flows from the south of the city and the Ames River flows through the city district of Dortmund. The Port of Dortmund is the largest canal port in Germany and Europe.

Dortmund's sports director Zolk personally received Mark and his group. This time Mark's whole family was dispatched. The group included Mark's parents, Mark's girlfriend Koros, agent Murong Momo, and most importantly, the protagonist Mark.

Zolk accompanied everyone to visit Dortmund's training base, which contained some high-end training facilities. Mark did feel the power of German football clubs' support facilities.

"No wonder German players often burst into a second spring after they were thirty. It turns out that the facilities of their clubs are so powerful." Mark couldn't help but think of it after listening to Zolk's proud introduction of facilities one by one.

Now Mark is wondering whether he can come to Germany to consider retirement if he can play until he is thirty. However, the attractiveness of the Bundesliga is indeed losing. As the only Bundesliga can compete with Bayern Munich, Dortmund, whose finances and performance decline in Bayern Munich, have now suffered a great impact on the overall level of the Bundesliga.

People now say that the Bundesliga is a one-man show for Bayern Munich, and other teams may win the championship, and then the core players of the team winning the championship in the second year will be directly poached by Bayern, and the results of the teams whose main players are poached will inevitably fall into decline.

However, Dortmund's principle of not selling players to Bayern has not been maintained this year.

Because Dortmund spent many years to spend money, their economic reasons are very unoptimistic, so when their main midfielder Flins made a transfer this season, Dortmund had to sell Flins to Bayern Munich.

In the past, Dortmund would rather collect less transfer fees than sell them to Bayern. Although Flins's attitude this year has some relevance, more importantly, there are certain problems in Dortmund's economy.

Originally, Dortmund was not going to buy people this season, but under the strong demand of their new coach Van Marvik, Dortmund decided to introduce a midfielder, and Mark was the first choice.

After returning to Dortmund, Zoker also reported Mark's contract requirements to the board of directors. He learned that the answer given by the board is that Mark's salary must not exceed 50,000 euros, and our current debt amount exceeds 120 million euros. This season, our task is to repay debts, not to compete for the championship, and we will definitely not break the salary balance.

So Zolk welcomed Mark with such a club's baseline. Now after everyone visited the infrastructure, they came to Westfalen Stadium, which is also Dortmund's home court. Now, since it is offseason, there are no spectators in the entire stadium.

"We are the stadium with the highest attendance rate in the Bundesliga," Zolk said proudly.

This is indeed something that Dortmund is proud of, because their home attendance rate has always been among the top in the Bundesliga. The audience of more than 70,000 people in the entire stadium is simply a magnificent scenery in the weekly matches, so Westphalon is also known as the Devil's home court.

After the day's visit, Zolk also took Mark and his party to visit the entire city of Dortmund. Zolk introduced the city of Dortmund to Mark and his party like a tour guide. There are seven expressways in Dortmund, three of which constitute the ring road. International trains and high-speed train lines running east-west and north-south also cross here.

Dortmund is also the intersection of European and German expressways. Highway 40 follows the Hanseatic League trading route in the ancient times to connect Dortmund with other metropolis in the Ruhr area. The more remote place in Germany is connected by Highway 1 and Highway 2, passing through the east and north of Dortmund, and at the intersection of four-leaf roads, it transfers to the northeast to Dortmund. In terms of public transportation, Dortmund has a large-scale light rail, tram and bus system. Another additional light rail line is now being built in the city center.

The central subway station of Dortmund City is stadtgarten. The six subway lines in the city are all intersected here. The layout of the underground railway is actually a star-shaped layout. The underground structure is two floors. The subway u41, 45, 47, 49 is on the first floor of the underground, and u42, 46 is on the second floor of the underground. During the departure time period of the journey, the departure time interval in all directions is 10 minutes. That is to say, six subways drive in one direction within an hour.

The University of Dortmund’s suspension railway (h-bahn) is a specially built unique suspension monorail transporting passengers who want to cross the university campus and is adopted by research laboratories and other high-tech companies.

The Dortmund-Ems Canal was dug in 1895, connecting Dortmund with the North Sea. It was opened by William the Great in 1899. In the early 20th century, it was mainly used for the import and export transportation of wheat, coal and sand and gravel. The river port was expanded in the 1920s and 1930s, adding docks and building the Port Authority office building. Today's port area ranks first in Europe with its 10 docks, an 11-kilometer-long dock, and the port has won a very important position after World War II. Taking 1972 as an example, the throughput was 6.2 million tons. The construction of the container port was completed in 1987. However, due to the decline of the steel industry, the port's cargo throughput did not increase, but instead declined. During the process of industrial structure adjustment, the port area gradually renovated some areas, especially the water-facing area, to be a leisure area. Now preparing to build the first port entertainment and leisure area.

Dortmund is the "green city" of North Rhine-Westphalia. Nearly half of the city is covered with waterways, woodland, arable land and green areas and spacious parks such as the Westfah.*** Park (www.piaotian.compark).

The Christmas Market (weihnachtsmarkt) is one of the largest markets in Germany and has the largest "Christmas tree" in Germany and even the world. It is as high as 45 meters, with a base weight of 140 tons. The tree itself weighs about 30 tons. It is stacked from 1,700 trees into a pyramid shape. The angel on the spire is 4 meters high and 200 kilograms, and a total of 20 2.5 meters high electric candles and 40,000 lamps.

The Lenault Cathedral built in the 13th century is a symbol of Dortmund. The Marion Church, built in the 12th century, the Bidi Church in the 14th century, the Bosteel Church in the 14th century, the Parliament Hall, the Peace Square, and the Westfalen Pavilion, which is the center of the Convention and Fair, are all worth seeing.

Dortmund is a museum city with 14 different types of museums. The Oswa Museum displays 20th century art works, such as Impressionist works. In 1990, Xi'an successfully held the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Exhibition here.

"We Dortmund still have some connections with China, and Xi'an is our friendly city in Dortmund."

Zoker seized the opportunity to bring Dortmund closer to China's good relationship impressed Mark.

The Museum of Art and Cultural History was built in 1883. It exhibits paintings and sculptures from various periods to 1900. The Museum of Nature can help people understand the history of the earth's development and various knowledge about animals and plants. In addition, the Beer Museum displays 400 beer industry utensils from 1880 to the modern era. The Museum of Westfalen Industrial reflects the industry, technology, economic and social history of the Westfalen Region.

After everyone traveled in Dortmund for a few days, Mark felt that Zokell was very enthusiastic, and there was basically no need to pay out of Mark's own pocket for a lot of expenses. They were basically Zokell responsible for paying for them.

Zokele's meaning is nothing more than trying to get closer to Mark and then fortunately he can occupy a favorable position during contract negotiations. Now he is getting closer to the beginning of the season's warm-up match. Being able to determine the lineup as soon as possible can make the team's cooperation more tacit.

"Thank you for your entertainment these days. We are going back to the Netherlands." Mark said to Zoker while everyone was having dinner in the hotel.

"I wonder how you feel about the city of Dortmund?" Zoker asked.

"A very nice city, and people are friendly." Mark said his opinion without hiding.

"That's great. I wonder what you think about joining our team?" Zolk asked as soon as he heard Mark showed his affection for Dortmund: "Now our club needs talented players like you to join."

"We will consider it. As for the contract issue, I think you should talk to my agent." Mark directly pushed this matter to Momo.

Zokele was prepared for Mark's statement. After all, the contract negotiations cannot be negotiated in one day. Then Zokele started chatting with Momo. What's funny is that both of them speak English. It is indeed very interesting to have a sports director of a Bundesliga club in English to negotiate with people.

Of course, Mark did not interfere with them in bargaining. Anyway, Mark was not very good at negotiations, so Mark simply stopped talking. Now Mark was chatting with his parents and Colos.

During this period of time, continuous travel in the Netherlands and Germany made Mark's father Jack Ma seem to have a very good mental state. After all, cities born from different cultural backgrounds will definitely be different. Jack Ma has never seen such European-style buildings and historical relics in China. During this period, Jack Ma has also opened his eyes.

"Mark, your mother and I will be back in a few days. We have been out for a long time. It's time to go back now. Stay in Europe and play football well." Jack Ma said to Mark now.

"You haven't been here for a few days, why are you busy walking? Isn't the Netherlands good? If you don't like the Netherlands, can we go to other countries to have fun?" Mark also tried his best to keep his father.

But Jack Ma's personality is very stubborn. Most people can't change what he decided. Now Mark just tries to convince his father. Mark also knows that it is very difficult.

"I've made a decision, you kid don't need to say more." Jack Ma directly put an end to the topic.

Mark couldn't help but smile bitterly in his heart when he heard his father say this: "It's still the temper."

After Mark's explanation, Colos, who was standing beside him, understood that his parents-in-law was about to leave, and she also tried to keep her in-laws, but it did not work.

Colos doesn't have much time to accompany Mark now. She still has a modeling career to do. This time, Colos was able to accompany Mark because Colos sacrificed many shows before he could go on vacation with Mark. This is not easy for a newly-known model.

But Colos did not regret it. She knew that if she had not had this sacrifice, she would not have been able to feel Mark's proposal in person, so Colos was still very happy, but she was not qualified to persuade her parents-in-law. After all, Colos would continue to work on the modeling career she liked, and she had no time to spend time with her parents-in-law.

"Okay, you'll leave after we're back to the Netherlands," Mark pleaded at his father at last.

"There is no problem with this. Many of our things are still in the Netherlands. Naturally, we will have to return to the Netherlands and then return to China." Jack Ma agreed to Mark's plea.

After the meal was finished, Momo had already talked with Zolk, and Mark didn't pay attention to what they had discussed in the end. Anyway, Momo would definitely tell Mark that the signing of the contract still needed Mark to come in person. Although Momo was an agent, she still couldn't do it for her.

"Mark, the weekly salary of Dortmund this time cannot be higher than 50,000 euros, so I told them we need to consider it. I think this contract is very good. If there is no major accident, it should be Dortmund." Momo told Mark the results of the negotiations in the hotel.

"Oh, 50,000 euros, that's a lot. Actually, I still like this city very much, and their lineup is also very good, and the configuration of the midfield and frontcourt is very good." Mark also expressed his views on Dortmund.

"Their midfield and frontcourt configuration is indeed great, especially the trident of the forward line, Jankoler, Eveton and Rosici are also considered first-class in the Bundesliga." Momo agreed with Mark's evaluation of Dortmund, and then she said with some concern: "They also have midfielder Kyle is the most talented star in Germany. Your matching with him is perfect, but one thing is that your position overlaps a bit. Kyle is a local player trained by Dortmund. His position cannot be shaken. If you join, you may appear in other positions."

"What's this? My characteristic is that I can play to the best in any position." Mark has no preference for position at all. As long as Mark can play on the court, Mark can play in the best form at any position.

Mark has experienced four positions in the Netherlands. At first, the youth team's central defender, the first team's midfielder, and then came to play the right winger who passed the half, setting up a center forward. In addition to Mark spending a short time on the right winger, Mark really played well in the other three positions.

"Of course, I have never doubted your strength, and there is no need to doubt it. We will return to the Netherlands tomorrow, and we should also prepare to find a house in Dortmund." Momo said now.

After everyone returned to the Netherlands, Mark's parents also packed their luggage. Although Mark was a little reluctant, he still sent them away.

After Mark's parents left, Mark felt that he really missed him a little. Although Mark's parents were nagging when they were around Mark, sometimes it made Mark a little annoyed. As an old man, there were naturally some young people who couldn't stand what they did. If they couldn't stand it, they had to talk, and if they talk too much, they would become nagging.

But after Mark's parents left, he felt that although his ears were pure, he still seemed bored. Perhaps people were like this, and what they lost would be the best. Now that Mark's parents are not by his side, she felt that something was missing. If Mark's parents were by his side, he would feel that they were nagging again.

Although Mark does not deny that his parents are the best parents in the world, this person's habit of nagging when he gets old should be something that every parent has. They always hope that their children can move forward according to the path they designed, and because there is a generation gap, they are disgusted with some things about young people. Mark can understand this.

But now even if Mark wants to hear his parents’ nagging, he can only use the phone or computer. After all, his parents have returned to China. Fortunately, Mark is accompanied by Corus. Corus is now more energetic due to the nourishment of love and looks very energetic.

"What are my dear thinking?" Mark now lay in Colos' arms, looking at his wife and asked, "Are you worried?"

"Nothing, I just thought that I was leaving you soon, so I was a little sad." Colos touched Mark's hair and said sadly.

Now Mark really wants to say to Colos: "Don't leave, just stay at home, I'll support you."

However, Mark cannot be so selfish. Although he can definitely afford to support Koros, Mark cannot deprive Koros of the career he loves. Koros is less than 20 years old now. She likes to be a model. Mark has no reason to stop her, even if Mark is her husband.

"By the way, my dear, are you ready to go to Dortmund?" Colos looked at Mark as if he was a little sad and quickly changed the subject.

"No, I'm still hesitating now, let's take a look."
Chapter completed!