Football feast, starting from the acquisition of European clubs

Chapter 124: Spy Impossible

Except for the two veterans Southgate and Simeone, the other Crystal Palace players are basically young people, and they have not completely turned into old fritters.

Therefore, when Chen Ran talks to them, he can usually get more honest feedback.

A few boys even directly confessed to Chen Ran that someone wanted to lure them to transfer, and even directly mentioned the names of Manchester United and Chelsea.

But when it came to Crouch, his reaction was more intriguing.

It's not that Crouch is so cunning and difficult to deal with, but that he is evasive and secretive when he speaks, which makes it difficult for Chen Ran not to be suspicious.

So, little fat Louis was called to the office by Chen Ran again.

"Louis, you inform the private investigator and list Crouch as a key tracking target."

"What? Chen, what did you find?"

"Well, I've been doing investigations in the team for the past two days. Crouch's reaction was a bit abnormal. He didn't even dare to look me in the eye when he spoke."

"Then what are you going to do with Crouch?"

"Don't worry. It would be too arbitrary to draw conclusions based on my suspicions."

"If Crouch really wants to leave, he will definitely contact those people, and it won't be too late to deal with it after you get new evidence from your side."

"Okay, I know."

The little fat man got up and was about to leave, but suddenly turned around and came back.

"I almost forgot to say that there is news from Van der Sar. He did not refuse to join our Crystal Palace, but he wants to meet and chat with you in person."

"Oh? That's good news. You can arrange it and find a more secret place. Now our Crystal Palace is on the cusp, so don't be caught."

"Don't worry, I'll arrange it and make sure there's no problem."

Because Fulham and Crystal Palace are both in London, it was very convenient for Chen Ran and Van der Sar to meet.

However, Louis, the bastard, even arranged for the two to meet in a nightclub he frequented.

There is a secret door, a secret room that can be left without anyone noticing.

Chen Ran glared at the little fat man angrily, then shook hands with Van der Sar embarrassedly.

"Edwin, I'm very sorry, this subordinate of mine is a bit unreliable."

"Haha, it's okay, this is also a special experience."

Van der Sar looked around the private room curiously. It was the first time he had experienced such a mysterious transfer negotiation.

"No way, the paparazzi in England are so powerful, it's not easy to find a place they didn't expect."

Chen Ran shrugged with a helpless expression.

"Edwin, it is my proposal to invite you to join Crystal Palace. We very much hope that you can join our team."

Chen Ran didn't go around in circles, and went straight to the point.

"Mr. Chen, I heard what Mr. Louis said. If I join Crystal Palace, will I be Petr Cech's substitute?"

"Yes, I will not evade this point. However, according to the current development situation of our Crystal Palace, there will only be more games that we need to participate in in the future."

"It is impossible for a main lineup to support all games, which also means that there are not many opportunities for substitute players to play."

"Mr. Chen, one thing I need to remind you is that I am the main goalkeeper in Fulham now. Do you think I will leave the main goalkeeper as a substitute and go to Crystal Palace as a substitute?"

"I think you will. If you don't want to, we won't be able to meet today."

Chen Ran smiled so brightly that even his big white teeth were exposed.

"After all, any normal person can see that Crystal Palace is very likely to win the Premier League title this season."

"And this is impossible for Fulham to achieve anyway. Edwin, don't you want to add a Premier League championship trophy to your career?"

"Mr. Chen, I have to admit that what you said is very attractive. Then, if I join Crystal Palace, can you give me a few years' contract?"

As a 34-year-old veteran, Van der Sar has played in leagues in many countries, and he is familiar with how to fight for conditions for himself.

This is also the reason why he abandoned his agent and wanted to have a personal interview with Chen Ran.Because he knows who is the one who can really make the decision.

"Edwin, considering that you are 34 years old this year, the contract period will not be very long. My idea is, according to your annual salary increase of [-]% in Fulham, and then sign a three-year contract first, you how do you feel?"

Hearing the conditions offered by Chen Ran, Van der Sar was really surprised.

You must know that in many teams, players over the age of 30 are signed once a year, and the better ones are signed every two years.

As for the 34-year-old Van der Sar, Chen Ran actually signed him directly for three years.

This made Van der Sar fully feel Chen Ran's sincerity.

"Mr. Chen, thank you very much for your generosity. Only you and Fulham Club can reach an agreement, and I am willing to join Crystal Palace."

Across London, at Chelsea's club, Mourinho was once again in Peter Kenyon's office.

"Peter, you called me over, is there any progress on the transfer?"

As soon as Mourinho entered the door, he couldn't wait to ask.

Crystal Palace is now in the lead, neither Chelsea nor Arsenal and Liverpool have been able to stop their progress.

As for Manchester United, it's not that Mourinho looks down on Manchester United, but that their performance this season is really not very good.

Now, what cannot be obtained on the court can only be found from outside the court.

If a few main players can be poached from the Crystal Palace, then while strengthening Chelsea's strength, it will also weaken the strength of the Crystal Palace.

Kill two birds with one stone, kill two birds with one stone, why not do it?
Although Mourinho does not understand Chinese, the truth is the same.

So, as soon as he received a call from Peter Kenyon, he immediately dismissed Mendes and rushed over.

"There is some progress, but not much progress. So far, only Crouch of the Crystal Palace has a clear attitude and is willing to continue negotiations with us."

"Only Crouch? The others? None?"

"At least for now."

Peter Kenyon spread his hands. He did not expect that the Crystal Palace under the leadership of Chen Ran would be so cohesive.

After a round of contact, there was only one person who was tempted.

Hearing this, Mourinho frowned.

What did he want Crouch for?
Chelsea already has the main center forward Didier Drogba. With Crouch's small body, can he play as a center forward?
What's more, there are substitute forwards such as Kezhiman, Mutu and Good Johnson. Can Crouch be stronger than them?

Because Mourinho's tactics focus on wing attacks, only one center is needed per game.

Kezhiman, Mutu, Gud Johnson and others have already lost their temper because of the lack of playing opportunities. If Crouch is bought now, Chelsea's dressing room will definitely be fried.

"Jose, then this Crouch, do you want it or not?"

Peter Kenyon is also well aware of Chelsea's situation.

In fact, in his heart, Crouch was not considered at all.

It's just that Mourinho said that the main players of Crystal Palace are included in the signing plan, so he also respects the opinion of the head coach.

"want!"

Mourinho is determined, as long as it can weaken the strength of Crystal Palace, even if I buy it and don't use it, I will accept it.

"you sure?"

Peter Kenyon asked again. He suspected that he had misheard just now.

"Peter, I know what you mean. Yes, I admit that even if I buy Crouch, I probably won't use it. But at least this weakens the strength of Crystal Palace, doesn't it?"

"José, is this necessary?"

Peter Kenyon asked with a wry smile. He felt that Mourinho was already a little paranoid.

If he wanted to forcibly buy Crouch from the Crystal Palace, he would probably be brutally slaughtered by that Chinese man.

Although Chelsea has money, it cannot be spent indiscriminately.As the club's CEO, he is also responsible for the Russian owners.

"Peter, if you study the Crystal Palace lineup carefully, they only have Crouch as a real backup striker."

"Although their regular lineup only uses one center forward, losing Crouch means that the Chinese man's twin-tower tactics will be abolished. From this point of view, isn't it worth it?"

"Well, you have a good point."

Hearing Mourinho's analysis, Peter Kenyon also nodded again and again, and only then did he understand Mourinho's real intention.

After all, Peter Kenyon is not the head coach, and he will not study the tactics of other clubs.

"However, Jose, if you buy Crouch again, Chelsea will have too many strikers. In order to balance the dressing room, at least one striker needs to be sold. Who do you think is more appropriate to sell?"

"Except Drogba, you can sell anyone."

"alright, I got it."

Mourinho was secretly discussing the transfer with Peter Kenyon, but Mendes, who had been dismissed by him, had already called Chen Ran.

"Chen, there is some news that I think I should inform you. Just now, Jose went to see Peter Kenyon behind my back. I think it's probably because their poaching of the Crystal Palace has progressed. Be careful yourself. "

"Okay, thank you, I'll treat you to dinner next time."

After hanging up Mendes' phone, Chen Ran glanced at the little fat man in front of him.

"Mendez's news, Mourinho went to see Peter Kenyon again just now, and even deliberately dismissed him. Chelsea may have a new move soon. You let those private detectives keep an eye on him recently. Tighten up."

"Okay, I'll notify them in a moment."

"Also, if it is finally determined that Crouch is going to leave, you should also be prepared."

"At that time, we need to stir up the atmosphere of Manchester United and Chelsea competing for England international Crouch, so that we can sell a high price. Understand?"

"Understood, I am familiar with this kind of thing, so don't worry."

Fatty Louis smiled knowingly, hyping up the player's worth, this is their housekeeping skill of the Figel family.

In Manchester, more than 300 kilometers away from London, Ferguson is listening to David Gill's report on the transfer in his office.

"David, after talking for a long time, only Crouch in Crystal Palace is willing to join our Manchester United?"

Hearing this result, Ferguson's face was a little ugly.

"Yes, Alex, at least so far."

"Crystal Palace is winning all the way now. Many people think that they are the most powerful contenders for the Premier League title this season. I guess this is also an important reason why those Crystal Palace players are unwilling to leave now."

"After all, even if you want to leave, you must at least win the Premier League championship trophy before leaving. That way you will be worth more and get better salary. I think even if it is you and me, I am afraid it will be the same. choose."

Ferguson nodded slowly. He knew that what David Gill said made sense, as long as a normal person would do it.

"It seems that the plan to weaken Crystal Palace in the winter transfer period may fail."

Ferguson said with some disinterest.

In fact, he and Mourinho had an abacus, and they both wanted to find something that could not be obtained on the court from outside the court.

"Alex, isn't there another Crouch? What? You don't want to?"

"Crouch? Manchester United has no shortage of forwards. Van Nistelrooy or Rooney, which one is better than Crouch? There are also substitute forwards like Alan Smith and Saha. Crouch has no place to sit when he comes. "

"Wait a minute." In the middle of speaking, Ferguson suddenly interrupted himself.

"What's wrong?" David Gill asked curiously.

"Buy Crouch."

"What? Alex, did I hear you right? Didn't you just say that Crouch has no place to sit when he's here?"

Ferguson's 180-degree turn almost flashed David Gill's waist.

"David, I didn't buy Crouch to use him, but to cripple Crystal Palace's tactics."

"Lame? What do you mean?"

"You don't care what that means, you just need to bring Crouch back to Manchester United."

London, Crystal Palace Club, Chen Ran sneaked to Tuchel to watch the training of the youth team.

Because of the intensive schedule, Chen Ran has not paid attention to the situation of the Crystal Palace youth team for some days.

This time it was because of Crouch's incident, which reminded him that he still had several leeks hidden in his vegetable garden.

The only pity is that these leeks are too tender and it's not yet time to harvest.

Dzeko is only now, Suarez is 17 years old, and Vardy is also 17 years old.

Looking at the training ground in full swing, Chen Ran was also secretly weighing in his heart.

If Crouch really leaves, then Crystal Palace's twin tower tactics will immediately fall into a situation where no one can use it.

Ronaldo can move over to partner with Tony, but the attack on the left will be weakened.

After all, there is still a big gap between Evra and Ronaldo's offensive ability.

Or put Dzeko, who is only but taller than 190cm, directly on top?

However, will it affect Dzeko's future growth if it backfires?

If it doesn't work, why don't you just use the money from selling Crouch to buy another high center forward?
All of a sudden, Chen Ran had already come up with three sets of solutions in his mind.

However, if you want to buy someone, who should you buy?

(End of this chapter)