I just wanted to play football, but I became a Hollywood god Chapter 246 The secret battle begins! Linda vs. Sister NO! San Dezi stirs up the flames! The temperature difference sign enters!
Chapter 246 The secret battle begins! Linda vs. Sister NO! San Dezi stirs up the flames! The temperature difference sign enters!
Liverpool FC.
The proprietress Linda came from London in a special car to listen to the report about Gu Ran.
Linda was wearing a floral slim-fitting red dress today, which matched the background of Liverpool very well. She sat with her legs crossed behind the chairman's desk, and the entire office was filled with high-level Liverpool officials who came to visit her.
After a brief introduction and pleasantries, Linda asked: "Mr. Edwards, how is the progress of Gu Ran's transfer?"
Edwards stood up uneasily, "Ms. Linda, Southampton Club has rejected our transfer offer for the third time. And they also issued a formal warning to our Liverpool Club. They warned that Gu Ran is not for sale.
If we continue to make offers, they will regard this offer as a hostile act and they will retain the possibility of taking retaliatory actions."
The other senior executives suddenly shouted uncontrollably:
"What?"
"Isn't the Southampton club too trusting?"
"The price we gave is already very high! You can buy a Premier League star for 3.6 million pounds!"
"Southampton Club is so unscrupulous! They dare to warn us!"
"Edwards, you should talk to Gu Ran again and let Gu Ran go make trouble with the Southampton Club!"
"Yes, as long as Gu Ran makes trouble, Southampton Club will have to let him go!"
Edwards smiled bitterly and shook his head, "I have been in contact with Gu Ran. He is a very moral player. I believe he will not do that. If we ask him to do this, I dare say he will definitely follow us.
To distance yourself.”
Linda smiled slightly and said, "I like players like this. The tighter Southampton Club tightens its grip on Gu Ran, the more it will be fully proved that Gu Ran is indeed a young player worthy of our efforts. Gentlemen, please give me some help."
Let me tell you, how much money can we spend at most to poach Gu Ran?"
As soon as these words came out, all the senior executives present looked at each other.
Even Edwards, who wanted to poach Gu Ran, couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief.
This boss lady... is really crazy!
The quoted price was 3.6 million pounds, but the landlady was not angry that Southampton was "disrespectful", but she was excited and wanted to continue to raise the price!
A senior executive stood up and said: "Ms. Linda, although you are the boss's wife - I'm sorry, I don't want to refute you, but you have to know that Fenway Group gave us a total of 13.5 million pounds in transfer funds for Liverpool this season. We
£2 million has been spent on bringing in Sterling, and there is only £11.5 million left in the transfer budget."
"In this new season, we also need to strengthen the midfielder and defender of the first team. We have already planned to introduce Charlton's Shelvey for 1.5 million pounds, and we will also introduce Danny from Glasgow Rangers for 2 million pounds.
Wilson will also introduce Koncheski from Fulham for 3.5 million pounds, and Meireles from Porto for 10 million pounds..."
"If there are more transfer funds, we would also like to buy Suarez and Carroll!"
"If we spend 4 million pounds or more on Gu Ran, then basically we won't be able to buy anyone for the first team."
Another senior executive also stood up and said: "Yes, Ms. Linda. If we spend most of the signing funds and only buy two youth team players, then the first team coaching staff will be very dissatisfied, even if the coach
The group can handle it, but the club’s small and medium-sized shareholders can’t handle it. Even if the small and medium-sized shareholders can handle it, they can’t handle the fans who were already furious last season.”
Linda nodded slightly.
Even if she is the boss's wife, she can't do whatever she wants in the club's major decisions.
Although Henry can be persuaded to add additional transfer budget to the Liverpool Club, it is difficult to open his mouth based on the highlights of a friendly match.
Linda thought for a moment, then smiled and said: "Gentlemen, you are right, our recruitment budget is limited——"
Linda suddenly changed the topic, "Mr. Edwards, I am very interested in your data analysis model. I hope you can issue me an analysis report on the first team in the next few days to see if I can sell it.
One or several big-name players."
There was an explosion in the office! The senior executives who were used to seeing big storms all exclaimed!
It's obvious!
This boss lady looks weak and weak, but she actually has a strong personality and has her own opinions!
Not enough transfer budget?
Isn’t it enough to sell a few players with inflated prices?
And it also frees up salary space!
Liverpool's offensive line is too luxurious, and even a bit too big to lose. Selling a few big names at this time may not be a good thing for Liverpool as a whole!
But the problem is...
Many of Liverpool's current main players were bought at high prices by the former owners, the "bloody duo". In the past few consecutive seasons, Liverpool's results have been disastrous, and the stars bought at high prices have not been able to play as well.
The data matches my own worth, so if I sell it at this time, I will lose money!
Before these senior executives could express their opinions, Linda smiled and said: "Okay, this matter is settled. Gentlemen, please come back. The new season is about to start. Liverpool still needs a better tomorrow."
It depends on everyone working together!”
The senior executives had no choice but to say goodbye to Linda and exit the chairman's office.
"Mr. Edwards..." Linda suddenly stopped Edwards who had already reached the door, "Please stay for a moment."
"Okay, Ms. Linda."
After the other senior executives left, Linda asked Edwards: "There is no one else here, so we don't have to beat around the bush. I want to sell some big names that will not be of much help to us at Liverpool in the future so that we can have more assets."
Sufficient transfer budget. Please tell me, who is the most suitable person for us to sell?"
Edwards' heart tightened at first, and then he calmed down and said in a deep voice: "...Fernando Torres."
Linda raised her eyebrows slightly, "Why?"
"Torres is worth a lot and has many honors. In the just-concluded World Cup, he won the World Cup on behalf of Spain. With this alone, his transfer value can reach 50 million pounds. Liverpool bought him in 2007
At that time, he spent 22 million pounds - he is also one of the few players in the current team who can double his value."
Edwards paused for a moment, "The most important thing is...according to big data analysis, his various indices in the Premier League last season were declining. This should be because he is always prone to injuries. Analyze the trend according to the data model
, to put it mildly...he has no room for improvement."
Linda frowned slightly, "Who would buy it for 50 million pounds?"
Edwards said calmly: "...Chelsea. According to our intelligence, Chelsea's CEO Marina Granovskaya has been studying the feasibility of signing Torres."
"Ha," a playful smile appeared on the corner of Linda's mouth, "Marina Granovskaya..."
Linda then added: "Spread gossip to let her know that we are ready to sign a new contract with Torres."
Edwards said in shock: "Ah? Ms. Linda! You don't want to sell...oh!"
Edwards suddenly realized what Linda was doing!
In terms of fishing, this is called a lure!
Linda is using bait control techniques, using fake bait to lure Sister No to bite the hook as soon as possible!
Signing a new contract with Torres is a lie. It is true to force Sister No to increase her investment as soon as possible to buy Torres!
This woman is so smart!
No wonder it can make a man in his 60s so fascinated that he even bought the Liverpool Club for her!
Edwards couldn't help but secretly admire him!
Linda continued to say with a smile: "Don't be too hasty about selling Torres, as long as it can be finalized during the winter window. In addition, you have to find out what Gu Ran's minimum termination fee is as soon as possible. Got it.
As for the minimum termination fee, once we have the budget in place, we can bypass the Southampton management who are unable to communicate and negotiate the weekly salary directly with Gu Ran."
I have done so much, all just to get Gu Ran!
That’s right! This idea is so correct! Gu Ran is the future!
She is truly a woman with a high IQ and a master’s degree from MIT!
Long live the boss lady! Liverpool will surely rise!
——Edwards nodded excitedly: "I understand! Ms. Linda!"
Linda smiled and said: "Mr. Edwards...can I call you Michael? I think we are about the same age and calling you Michael would be closer."
Edwards was flattered and said: "Of course! Ms. Linda!"
Linda smiled and said: "Michael, I don't have a foundation in Liverpool, and the old senior management must not be convinced by me. For example, today I wanted to spend more money to buy Gu Ran, but I encountered such great resistance.
But I know you are also a smart person, and I hope you will not be like them. I hope we can work together to use a more efficient way to restore the glory of Liverpool Football Club - will you be my confidant?"
"Yes! I do!" Edwards' whole body was shaking uncontrollably!
Linda, this woman, is really too controlling!
A smile and a three- to five-minute conversation made Edwards want to go crazy!
"Very good, then Liverpool and I will rely on you from now on, so go and get busy."
Linda stood up and shook hands with Edwards.
It's all up to me from now on... Edwards doesn't even remember how he walked out of the chairman's office.
After Edwards left, Linda took out her mobile phone and posted a tweet: [Liverpool will make big moves in the new season!]
As soon as I posted it, there were countless likes and comments!
Linda smiled with satisfaction, and then opened the photo album on her phone, fascinated by clicking on the handsome collection of Gu Ran with a straight waist.
…
Meanwhile, Chelsea FC’s general manager’s office.
Emenaro hurriedly knocked on the door and came in, "Marina, there is urgent news - Gu Ran's labor certificate has been approved!"
Without raising her head, Sister No signed the documents one by one handed over by the secretary with the pen in her hand, "Michael, didn't I tell you, that guy named Gu will only consider it if he performs well in the first half of the season?"
Buy him."
Emenaro said eagerly: "Yes, I know Marina, I'm sorry to bother you, but the situation is different now. Gu Ran, on the official website of the German transfer market, the transfer can already be queried.
You will be worth it!"
Sister No's signature pen paused slightly, but still did not raise her head.
If you can check the transfer price on the German transfer market, it means that a club has officially made an offer.
It's the summer window now, so it's normal to have offers.
However, for a player who has not played a single professional game and has zero career statistics, it is very surprising that a club is poaching him at this time.
Sister No said calmly: "They must be random quotes from some inconspicuous clubs in the second and third leagues."
Emenaro said: "If it is really just a small and inconspicuous club, how dare I bother you? In fact, it was Liverpool FC who provided Gu Ran with a transfer offer!"
Sister No suddenly raised her head and asked with shocked eyes: "What did you say? Liverpool? That Liverpool that ranked 7th last season?"
"Yes, Marina, you heard it right." Emenalo said solemnly: "Liverpool Club offered a price of 3.6 million pounds! Fortunately, this price was rejected by Southampton Club."
hiss……
Sister No simply put down the signature pen in her hand and waved to the secretary.
The secretary wisely left the general manager's office holding the document.
"£3.6m? Are Liverpool crazy or stupid?"
"At this price, you can buy a big-name Premier League star!"
Sister No frowned and asked, "Is this guy named Gu Ri really so attractive?"
Emenaro cleared his throat and corrected: "His name is Gu Ran."
Sister No didn't pay attention and continued to ask: "Who is in charge of Liverpool now?"
Emenalo replied: "Their big boss is John Henry of the American Fenway Group, but according to reliable information, the real person in charge now is the boss's wife Linda Pizzulli."
"Ha," Sister No sneered, "Crazy woman."
Emenaro said: "Marina, I dare say that we are the first club to pay attention to Gu Ran, but our progress is now seriously behind."
Sister No looked at Emenaro calmly, "Michael, there is a proverb among our Russian folk: xopowareдahe6ontcrпo3дho."
Emenaro:…
Sister No said: "The translated meaning is, you are not afraid of being late for a good meal."
"Liverpool is just making an offer, and it's not yet time to sign a contract, so why are you panicking?"
"When I really need to take action, I will take action myself and dig him out in one go."
Sister No's face was filled with endless confidence, "That Linda wants to rob me, but she is still far away. Now, we have to wait patiently for Gu Ri's performance."
Emenaro said quickly: "His name is not Ri..."
Sister No smiled confidently, "Anyway, we still follow the agreement we made before. As long as he can meet my requirements in the first half of the League One season, I will personally go out and deal with him - I, Marina Grano
Don’t let anyone else take away what Fuskaya likes.”
Emenaro said excitedly: "That's great Marina! With your words, I feel at ease! Then get busy, I will continue to pay attention to him - forgive me for being a little excited, I can watch it soon
Look at Gu Ran’s wonderful performance in the professional league!”
"...Goodbye, Michael."
After Emenalo left, Sister No picked up the pen, but she didn't put pen to paper for a long time.
Although she had acted calmly in front of Emenaro just now, her mind was completely shocked by the news that Liverpool's 3.6 million pound purchase of Gu Ran was rejected.
Is that Chinese boy really that delicious?
…
On the other side, in the general manager's office of Manchester United.
"...Is the news confirmed?" CEO Ed Woodward looked at Jim Lawler with shock in his eyes.
"Sure!" Jim Lawler said: "We have informants in the club in Liverpool, and they really quoted 3.6 million pounds for Gu Ran. We obviously paid attention to Gu Ran earlier than Liverpool, but we are now seriously behind.
"
Santoku thought for a while, then laughed and said: "Liverpool's new boss lady really doesn't understand anything! 3.6 million pounds? I can even buy Raphael Varane!"
Jim Lawler did not laugh, but said with a solemn expression: "Ed, Gu Ran is better than Varane. In fact, not only Liverpool were the first to take action, but Chelsea were also ready to make a move - Chelsea did not make an offer.
, but according to their habits, that woman, Sister No, will probably cut her throat with a knife!"
Santoku's eyes moved slightly, "Chelsea also wants Gu Ran? Haha, this is even more lively! This is a script of two women competing for favor! There has not been such lively transfer news in English football for a long time.
As Manchester United, we might as well join in the excitement."
Jim Lawler's eyes lit up, "You mean, we will also bid? Ed, believe me, you can't suffer a loss or be fooled if you spend 4 million pounds! 4 million is not too much for us at Manchester United.
High! If you don’t buy it now, you may not be able to buy it for 40 million in the future! It will be too late to regret it by then! If you can’t make the decision, I can go directly to Sir Alex Ferguson!”
A trace of displeasure flashed in Santoku's eyes, but he said with a smile: "No, no, I mean, why bother Alex with such a trivial matter? Leave this matter to me.
!I will take care of this matter. Jim, go ahead and go to work and continue to go to Asia to find young players suitable for Manchester United."
"But... Gu Ran's matter..."
"Don't worry, everything is taken care of by me." San Dezi said with a smile: "What? You still doubt my ability?"
Jim Lawler sighed helplessly, "Okay...but I'm going to take some time off and wait until I watch Gu Ran's first show before leaving."
Sandoku spread his hands and said, "Of course, why not?"
After sending Jim Lawler away, Santoku picked up the phone and called his cronies, "Let the media know that Manchester United is very interested in the new star of Southampton Club and plans to purchase it for 4 million pounds."
...Idiot! Of course I won’t pay the 4 million! I’m not crazy! I just want to make those two women angry, haha!”
After putting down the phone, Sandoko rubbed his hands happily and said happily: "English football is going to be lively!"
…
Meanwhile, in the Arsenal manager's office.
Although the new season has not yet started, the silver-gray-haired coach Arsene Wenger is already doing precise analysis and calculations at his desk——
Coach Wenger's nickname is "Professor". This is not only because Wenger has a gentle and professorial image, but also because Wenger is the first coach among the older generation of coaches to use data analysis.
Wenger's data analysis is still different from Liverpool's nascent data analysis.
Liverpool's data analysis tends to be model-based and AI-based, and is dominated by underlying formulas. Liverpool's data analysis model can quickly identify players with good performance and players with inflated values, but it is also prone to misunderstanding of potential.
Misjudgment.
Wenger's data analysis is entirely based on his experience and professional knowledge combined with his keen insight. The data calculation may not be as wide, accurate and fast as Liverpool's data model, but it will definitely not misjudge the potential.
For example, Cristiano Ronaldo, Messi, Bale, Suarez, Ibrahimovic, Buffon, Kompany, Alonso, Hazard, Pogba, Pique, Varane,
Kante, and Yaya Toure, the younger brother of former Arsenal captain Kolo Toure...
Before these players shined, they were noticed by coach Wenger and almost signed them.
This is the legendary... temperature difference sign.
In fact, it is not essentially a temperature difference sign, but a temperature difference money.
I really have no money...
Therefore, before the start of the new season, coach Wenger worked overtime to calculate and analyze the bills for the new season - the loan for the newly built Emirates Stadium, the loan for the Highbury apartment and other loans cost 33.9 million pounds per year, but fortunately
Last year they finished fourth in the league and sold off each of their captains. This year the loan hole can finally be filled.
Not only can it be filled up, but there is probably a few million pounds left over.
Coupled with the transfer fee given by the club this season, the financial limit is about 15 million pounds!
hiss……
Coach Wenger calculated it twice and after confirming that it was correct, he couldn't help but smile with joy.
This season, if you bite the bullet and don't sign new players, or buy a few new players for free, you don't have to sell the newly appointed new captain: the loyal Cesc Fabregas.
Fabregas is the youngest captain of my Arsenal!
Because all the other older captains have sold out.
But Xiaofa will absolutely, absolutely, absolutely never leave!
Put this 15 million pounds in the bank, earn interest, and manage your finances. Let's see who dares to say that I sold the captain of Arsenal in the future!
Coach Wenger is very satisfied with his plans for the new season.
While I was filling out the bank's time deposit form, the phone on my desk rang.
"Coach Wenger, it's me."
The other party's voice was low and he did not announce his identity, but coach Wenger immediately knew who the other party was.
"Oh, it's you. Do you have any information?"
"Recently there is a newcomer from Southampton. Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United are all interested in him. Do you want to know about him?"
"Same as usual, send me the data, I'll transfer money to you based on the data after I read it."