Because List happened to be in Liverpool, he quickly drove to the Everton Club after receiving a call from Everton Chairman Philip Carter. But just after parking the car, List saw a very familiar person at the door. Of course, more He is one of List's bitter rivals and the former England's number one agent, Stretford.
This man is really a character. Although he has disappeared for a long time and is already a dead tiger in everyone's eyes, there is no depression on his face. Looking at his eyes, you can see that he is very energetic. , the smile on his face is not fake, it is a very confident smile. Many people in the world can reach high places and still remain humble, but few people can fall from high places and still maintain confidence. Stretford's journey from England's number one agent to his current position has been a big fall. But Lister didn't notice any frustration on his part.
In fact, this is the first time that Lister and Stretford have met, but they are still very familiar with each other. After all, in order to become a mortal enemy, it is necessary to understand the opponent's information. Stretford immediately recognized him at first sight. I spotted Riester getting out of the car and went up to say hello to Riester.
"Hello Mr. Stretford."
Unlike other agents in the industry who don't care about Stretford, Lister has always paid attention to Stretford. Lister knew that although Stretford had his agent's license revoked for two years , but Stretford has not disappeared as everyone thought. He has put everything he has into Rooney.
Two sworn enemies. At first, Stretford suppressed Lister. Later, Lister and Zahavi teamed up to stumble him secretly. Anyway, they were real rivals. But both of them were piled up. Smiley handshake.
"Mr. Cherney, do you have business at Everton?"
Stretford and Lister stood there chatting like old friends. Lister didn't believe that Stretford was really so kind. But Lister had already practiced this in China. Playing this kind of game When it comes to hypocrisy, Lister is even better at it.
"There is something to discuss. Mr. Stretford, do you also have something to discuss at Everton?"
"Oh, I'm busy. Wayne will be seventeen in a few months. It's time to negotiate a professional contract."
Stretford was not shy about helping Rooney negotiate the contract. The Football Association revoked his agent's license for two years. According to regulations, he was not qualified to negotiate Rooney's contract with Everton. Because it is clearly stated that it is not the agent but the agent. You can't interfere with the contract. But when those violations are exposed, it's a problem. Without evidence, it's bullshit.
"Rooney, this is the future Owen."
"Haha, Mr. Cherney, you think so too. I can guarantee that Wayne will be the flag of English football in the future. Now I have figured it out. I built such a big business back then but didn't get much money. Because There were too many people who wanted to share the money, and they became the target of public criticism. A year ago, I think 90% of the agents in England participated in the attack on me. It must be that I was too arrogant. Mr. Cherney, Do you know who I envy the most right now?"
Stretford was not depressed at all about what happened a year ago, and he was completely calm when talking about it. Lister even felt that Stretford believed in God and was about to become an angel of God. Lister
I don't quite understand Stretford's current state. Is he really getting rid of the days when he was the most influential player in English football, or is he still gathering strength.
"who?"
Although he couldn't guess what Stretford was thinking, Lister still asked Stretford curiously.
"Alan Migliaccio."
"hehe."
Alan Migliasio, whom Stretford is talking about, is Zidane's agent. In terms of the quantity and quality of players under his management, this person is not ranked high in European football. Because this guy
Now I am serving Zidane alone. There are many powerful agents in European football. There are not a few players whose combined worth exceeds hundreds of millions.
But even so, they may not be more comfortable in European football than Migliasio. Because he has the world's top superstar Zidane. With Zidane, he can make all European football
Rich clubs dare not ignore him. More importantly, because he does not have other players, he does not have too many interests entangled, and he can handle things easily and smoothly among everyone.
And even though Zidane is the only one among them, Migliasio's income is no less than that of those big European football agents. Last summer, when Zidane moved to Real Madrid, the benefits received by these guys were definitely not less than a thousand dollars.
Less than 10,000 euros. Coupled with Zidane's huge influence in France, I don't know how many young players want to be under his banner. The benefits of tens of millions of euros during the transfer, many European football agents have a lifetime income that is not as high as Miguel's.
Riacio cums once.
"I have thought about it now. The best way to make a fortune is to keep silent. Migliasio is my role model. At its peak, my company had more than 300 players, but the income was very limited."
"Then I wish Rooney to become England's Zidane."
"Haha. Thank you."
Lister muttered in his heart, no wonder many people say that hearing is deceptive and seeing is believing. Lister only knew that Stretford was very domineering in English football. Of course, Lister also tried his dominance. But today and Stretford
It was only after meeting him for the first time that he realized that it was not a fluke that Stretford became the number one agent in English football a few years ago. No successful person can succeed by chance. Among their successes
There are definitely accidental factors, but what determines their success is their own ability. People without ability and only luck will not succeed.
Lister dared not say anything about other people. If he had fallen as far as he did from England's first agent, I don't know if he could stand up again. Or he would never be as handsome as Stretford. Stretford
Ford's unrestrained style made Lister deeply aware of the power of Stretford.
If Lister did not trust Stretford at first, then Lister completely understood after the conversation. Stretford was ready to take another development path. And Lister learned from Stretford's words
I understood what he wanted to convey. Stretford indirectly told Lister that the two people wanted to take different paths. There would be no conflict of interest in the future. This was a signal of reconciliation.
"By the way, Lister. Pay close attention to the Everton Youth Academy. There are many good players here. I have followed Wayne for many years, so I have some understanding of the Everton Youth Academy. There are many players who can be in the future.
They have a foothold in the Premier League. Their youth team has a player who is only eleven years old. His name is Jack Rodwell, and he is extremely talented.”
Lister squinted his eyes to listen to Stretford's words. Rodwell, the name Lister is very familiar with. Isn't he the talented player who came out of the Everton youth training camp?
A native English midfielder who moved to Manchester City for 10,000 pounds. At that time, Lister even mocked Rodwell's agent in China.
What kind of team was Manchester City at that time? It was an oil team that was inferior to all of Europe and even Chelsea in the transfer market. Good players were bought one after another and then sold when they were not suitable. They were known to have two kings and four.
Of course, this is a bit exaggerated with a two-digit lineup. But it can also show the thickness of Manchester City's lineup.
Young people like Rodwell, although they are known as geniuses, are definitely not super geniuses like Owen and Rooney. He went to Manchester City to find his own way out. Even midfielders like Barry and De Jong cannot gain a foothold in the Manchester City midfield. Rodwell
How could a young man like Weir be successful? Lister believed that Rodwell's agent must have received a lot of money to let Rodwell transfer to Manchester City. After arriving at Manchester City, Rodwell was basically useless. Unless he could do it earlier.
Leave Manchester City. There may still be a future, otherwise you will definitely die.
Rodwell, Rodwell. This is a midfielder who can gain a foothold in the England national team in the future. Stretford is so kind to introduce him to him. But this is Stretford's first time.
Riester had no reason not to accept the overture. Moreover, Riester did not want to continue to fight with Stretford after he showed his kindness.
Stretford is different from Jerome Anderson. Jerome Anderson is backed by Arsenal, and Stretford has a wide network of contacts in British football. Although he received a lot of criticism last year
A blow, but based on his connections and influence, no average agent in England can match him.
"Then I'd like to thank you very much. The player you are looking for is definitely a top talent."
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"Paul, Rodwell is pretty good. Why don't we accept it?"
Stretford and Everton discuss Rooney's professional contract. But he didn't come alone. Since his agent's license was revoked by the Football Association, he has become more disciplined. Come with him this time
It was his partner and good friend at the time, Mark Curtis. Stratford left the ive company he founded. Only one person left with him, and that was Mark Curtis.
"Mark, we can't be arrogant now. I already understand that I was very prestigious back then, but the real money in our pockets was not much. We just had a big show and a big reputation, but the real income was very small. Now we
If we are in trouble, if we are too public, some people may not like us. They will cause trouble for us again. Now we have more trouble than less trouble."
Stretford's tone became lower. When he started to leave ive company, Stretford was very angry. He even thought about how to take revenge on those people. But after a year of calmness, Stretford instead
I slowly figured it out. What are you doing with such a tiring life? It is good to have half the Premier League coaches under you, but it is also very tiring for Stretford to balance their relationship. Now it is easier, as long as it is simple
Just act as an agent for players.
As long as Rooney can live up to his ambition and achieve the current influence of the Euro and Beckham in British football, then even if Rooney is the only one under his control, who in the British football world would dare to underestimate him. He can live a more relaxed and comfortable life and still have enough income.
, and still have enough influence in English football. With such ease and comfort, why not do it.
"Moreover, Rooney's contract issue has made Everton's senior management very angry. It is estimated that Everton club is paying attention to our movements now. If we also get involved in the business of other players, we may completely anger Everton.
This will not do us any good. Rodwell is only eleven years old, and no one can say what will happen in the future. As long as I get hold of Rooney now, then I will get whatever I want."
Mark Curtis nodded. He followed Stretford, not only because the two were good friends, but also because he admired Stretford's talent very much.
"Then why Riester Cherny?"
"I had known for a long time that List would come to Everton today, so I deliberately waited for this time. The Czech Republic won the World Cup, which is really a blessing from List. There will no longer be any force in European football that can stop him.
List's development is also the same in England. In the future, I only want to deal with those clubs and don't want to have any conflicts with these big agents. And I believe List will not be willing to go against me, and there may even be a need between us in the future.
Cooperation. After all, I attacked him first last time, and I need to give him some benefits. Mark, you must not follow my old path in the future. As long as you have a few players, and one of them is an outstanding player, it is enough.
.Income will be higher instead.”
"Rister will really cooperate with us?"
Mark Curtis said with some confusion. When they suppressed Riester, and later when things happened in Stretford, Riester was definitely behind the scenes. Stretford absolutely believed this.
. A year ago, the two of them were fighting to the death, and Mark Curtis was a bit unable to turn around.
Stretford looked at his old partner. Mark Curtis was negotiating. He was very familiar with the unspoken rules of football and was very decisive in handling things. But the biggest problem is this. Things are always not viewed from the left.
That's right.
"Mark, there are no permanent enemies or permanent friends in the world. As long as there are enough interests, everyone can still cooperate. Leicester is very popular now, but his time to enter English football is still too short. Michael William
Although James has many connections, this fool has become the biggest laughing stock in English football, and there are still a few people who believe him. Lister absolutely needs my help if he wants to become the boss of English football."
Mark Curtis was a little surprised when he heard this: "Paul, you are going to use your coaching resources..."
Stretford nodded. Then he said expressionlessly: "Those people were once my partners. I can't let them lose too much because of me. And I also need Riester's strength to suppress those people."
Idiots who don’t know the heights of heaven and earth. We will be mutually beneficial. Let’s go. If Lister is a smart person, he will definitely forget the previous unpleasantness. If he is an idiot, I will cooperate with him even more."
