Football giants

Chapter 207 Yuanfang, what do you think?
At night, in the West End of London, Notting Hill in the northwest corner of Hyde Park.

The newly opened Wangjiang Pavilion No. [-] store is brightly lit.

On both sides of the not-so-spacious road outside the gate, all kinds of luxury cars were parked.

The most eye-catching one is undoubtedly the luxury bus of Saints Southampton who just won the championship at Wembley Stadium.

Gentlemen in well-fitting suits, with their elegant female companions on their arms, stepped into Wangjiang Pavilion, attracting a group of dozens of journalists stationed outside the gate of Wangjiang Pavilion who heard the news and frantically filmed.

Tonight, all those who appeared here were well-known political and business celebrities in the UK.

They had just watched Southampton's reversal of Manchester United in the final at Wembley Stadium, and received an invitation to come to Wangjiang Pavilion No. [-] store to attend Southampton's celebration banquet.

"congratulations!"

"Congratulations, Mr. Yang Huan!"

"Well done, Saints, congratulations on winning the championship!"

Every guest who walked into the gate of Wangjiang Pavilion smiled and shook hands with Yang Huan to congratulate.

A team that was able to defeat the Premier League champions Manchester United as a third-tier league team and won the FA Cup.

This honor has never been seen in the history of English football for more than 100 years!
For this honor, they deserve all the praise!
"Thank you, Chairman Bernstein, sit inside!"

"Mr. Yang Huan, we are very much looking forward to seeing you Southampton return to the Premier League. Come on!"

"Thank you, Mr Scudemore!"

"Howard, you have to greet Mr. Scudemore for me!"

"Sure, don't worry, Master Huan!"

Yang Huan smiled and welcomed FA chairman David Bernstein, Premier League chief executive Scudemore, coaches union chairman Howard Wilkinson and players union chairman, among other high-level British football officials.

Football is very, very popular in the social circles of the upper class in the UK. Even discussing football is one of the most popular topics among political and business celebrities. Therefore, respected and respected authorities in the football circle such as Bernstein and Wilkinson are still very popular in the upper class.

Even Prince William and his wife paid homage to them.

"Congratulations, Mr. Yang Huan!"

As soon as the guests were ushered in on the front foot, another person came in immediately on the back foot.

It was Boris Johnson, the mayor of London with white hair, who, accompanied by the future mayor of Southampton, Terry Matthews, walked into the gate of Wangjiang Pavilion No. [-] store.

"Thank you, Mayor Johnson!" Yang Huan smiled and greeted him.

Although Yang Huan didn't have a good impression of Boris Johnson, the mayor of London had said a few things that made Chinese people feel uncomfortable when he was running for the election.

But it was for votes after all, and now people are taking the initiative to get close.

The ancestors had a saying, don't hit a smiling face with your hand.

Forget it, as long as he doesn't say anything in the future!

"Mr. Yang Huan, Terry and I have already understood what happened this time. Don't worry, we have already taken care of everything. Terry Adams and his gang, none of us will let go!" Boris Johnson solemnly promised.

Although he is only the mayor, as the mayor and the Conservative Party behind him, he is still quite capable.

It has been said that Boris Johnson's future will be the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.

Terry Matthews also said on the side: "We already have enough evidence to prosecute them. The first criminal Terry Adams will spend at least 30 to [-] years in prison!"

Yang Huan is quite satisfied with the result.

When this kind of thing happened, he still considered how to strengthen the security measures of himself and the people around him.

It seemed that Long Wuduo had to recruit a few experts to help out.

"By the way, I heard from Terry that Mr. Yang Huan is interested in buying property in London?" Boris Johnson suddenly asked with a smile.

Yang Huan was taken aback for a moment, and at this moment he saw Kesh Harris walking in with a stranger, nodding at Yang Huan from a distance, signaling that he had time to talk, so he took this opportunity to ponder over this sentence.

"Yes!" Yang Huan decided to confess that he believed in Terry Matthews.

"According to our preliminary estimates, Wangjiangge will open at least three or four branches in London, and currently only two are opened, and the housing prices in London are very low now, and many people want to buy properties in London."

The most typical example is the large consortium from the Middle East who bought the entire Knights Street almost in one go.

It can only be said that those Middle Easterners are really rich.

"If Mr. Yang Huan is interested, then I suggest to do so as soon as possible." Boris Johnson said with a smile.

Yang Huan also smiled slightly, "Please tell me."

Boris Johnson looked around and made sure no one could hear him, so he moved closer, "Currently, London is discussing to impose a 200% stamp duty on purchases of properties above [-] million pounds from [-], and to impose a capital gains tax on foreigners from [-]."

After hearing this, Yang Huan was a little stunned and didn't react for a while.

[-] and [-], but now it's only [-]!

Why as soon as possible?

But Boris Johnson didn't say much, and walked into the lobby after a few more polite words with Yang Huan.

"Old Sun, you and Nicholas are here to receive guests!"

Sun Yue and Nicola Cortes immediately went to the gate to welcome the guests.

Yang Huan felt that Boris Johnson's words were a bit strange, "Fifth, go, call me Zhao Yuanfang!"

Soon, Zhao Yuanfang came.

Yang Huan repeated what Boris Johnson said just now.

"Yuan Fang, what do you think?" Yang Huan asked.

Zhao Yuanfang was overjoyed immediately, "Master Huan, this is an excellent opportunity."

"What do you mean?"

"What do you think property investors will do once London announces stamp duty on purchases and capital gains tax?"

Yang Huan understood, "You mean, they will all take the first shot!"

"Yes, once the news comes out, investors from all over the world will flock in. London's housing prices will definitely soar in a short period of time. All investors will rush to buy before the policy is introduced, especially in the heart of London."

Yang Huan listened silently, this aspect was not his forte.

"London's rental rate of return is the highest among all major cities in the world, especially in the core area. After deducting taxes, it is as high as 5.00%, or even as high as [-]%. In our country, the capital and Longhai are at most [-]%."

After Zhao Yuanfang made such a calculation, Yang Huan really understood.

Dare to buy the bottom now, even if you don't sell it when the value appreciates, it is quite a good thing to keep it in your hand to collect rent.

"The whole world thinks that the group of oil tycoons in the Middle East are stupid people who make money quickly, but in my opinion, they are the smartest in the world!" Yang Huan really admires this group of people in the Middle East.

Oil has limits, especially with shale gas and other revolutionary advances in energy, which will gradually be replaced in the long run.

So rich people in the Middle East are now taking out the money they earn from oil and investing it in other fields, such as media, real estate, tourism, etc. These are investment projects with very long-term value.

"Who said it wasn't?" Zhao Yuanfang also laughed, "Which rich people are stupid?"

Even Abramovich is buying real estate in London, let alone other people.

Besides, rich people don't understand themselves, so don't they know how to hire people?
"Boris Johnson told me this news. It's clear that he wants to reciprocate and give me a favor!" Yang Huan swept forward, and Boris Johnson, who was bragging with Prince William and his wife in the lobby, seemed to have sensed it. He turned around and nodded at Yang Huan with a slight smile.

"Such a good opportunity, if you don't make money, you don't make money. Anyway, Kesh Harris wants me to take out a loan!"

After hearing this, Zhao Yuanfang knew that it was time to show her loyalty.

The most important thing for Master Huan is the ability of his subordinates. I didn't see that although Sun Yue's sycophant was always criticized, he was the most favored by Master Huan, relying on his ability to handle affairs.

"I'll get ready tomorrow!"

Yang Huan nodded, "You can figure out what to do with this kind of thing!"

"understand!"

"By the way, tell my dad the news by the way, it's cheaper for him!"

Zhao Yuanfang knew that this was her chance to stand out, so she agreed excitedly.

Just as Yang Huan stood up, another person came up to meet him immediately.

"Hello, Mr. Yang Huan."

This person has sharp edges and corners, is not small in size, and looks quite imposing.

"Hello, may I ask who you are?" Yang Huan didn't know him.

"I'm Marcus Bowman, Senior Vice President of Adidas Football Division!" As he spoke, he also presented a business card with exquisite design with both hands.

"Adidas?" Yang Huan took the business card, knowing it in his heart.

Dare to feel that this is sending money to the door.

"Hello, Mr. Bowman!" He immediately stretched out his hand with a smile.

When people send money, you can't be too repulsive, right?

"Mr. Yang Huan, first of all, on behalf of the company, I would like to congratulate Southampton for winning the FA Cup. This is a very, very great honor. At the same time, we are also very optimistic about the future development of Southampton, especially the next season."

After a pause, Marcus Bowman said with great confidence: "We believe that Southampton will not only return to the Premier League, but also hope to make a difference in the European arena."

"Thank you!" Yang Huan replied with a faint smile.

After Marcus Bowman finished his opening speech, he went directly to the main topic.

"We understand that the contract signed by Southampton and Umbro is about to expire, and we very much hope to cooperate with an excellent team like Southampton."

Yang Huan nodded with a smile, "Of course, we are also very happy to have the opportunity to cooperate with Adidas."

But soon, he changed the topic, "But I really want to know, how does your company want to cooperate?"

Jersey sponsors, including Nike, Adidas, Puma, Umbro, etc., had contacted Southampton before, but they were always suppressed by Yang Huan, because Southampton did not have enough right to speak at that time.

But now the situation is completely different.

An FA Cup championship may not mean anything, nor can it make everyone confident in Southampton's future.

However, Southampton will participate in the Europa League next season!
Judging from the current situation, once he cooperates with Adidas, the contract will definitely not be signed once a year, at least it must be signed for more than three years, so the amount of sponsorship fees has become the focus of Yang Huan's greatest concern.

Of course, Southampton has some additional conditions.

"We are willing to raise another 60.00% on the basis of the contract between the Saints and Umbro, and sign for five years!" Marcus Bowman said.

60.00%, that is to say, Adidas' bid is 800 million pounds.

This amount of money is really not low.

If it is placed in the Premier League, it is the level of a middle-level team.

But Yang Huan shook his head and chuckled, "Mr. Bowman, let's talk about this matter again when we find a chance. Tonight is our celebration banquet. You must not get drunk!"

After finishing speaking, Yang Huan didn't bother him, turned around with a smile and left.

Kesh? Harris has been waiting for him in the distance.

Marcus Bowman understood what Yang Huan meant. He was very dissatisfied with the price and didn't even want to talk about it.

A team that has just been promoted to the British Championship still looks down on the £800 million jersey sponsorship?
He really didn't know whether it should be said that this world is too crazy, or Yang Huan's appetite is too big!

But when he looked at Yang Huan's back again, he immediately noticed the person beside Kesh Harris.

Take a closer look, isn't it Nike Europe's vice president Bert? Hoyet?

Why is he here?
Could it be that he also came to Southampton to discuss sponsorship?
It seems that this Southampton is really in demand now!

(End of this chapter)