Football feast, starting from the acquisition of European clubs

Chapter 370

"Conca? He is a classical attacking midfielder, a weakened version of Riquelme. Under the trend of football development where the pace of the game is getting faster and the physical confrontation is becoming more and more intense, this style of play will be rejected. phased out."

"Of course, with his current strength, there should be no problem playing the main force in the weak teams of the five major leagues, but there is definitely no place for him in Crystal Palace."

Chen Ran knew what Louis meant, and dismissed his thoughts with one sentence.

"What about Paulinho?" the little fat man asked persistently.

"It's even more impossible for him. This guy is too young now. Didn't you see that he only played for the Sao Paulo Odax club?"

After listening to Chen Ran's evaluation of these two players, Fatty Louis immediately lost interest.

Seeing Louis's dispirited look, Chen Ran felt that he had to give this kid a good beating.

"Louis, let me remind you that the transfer of these two players is very important. They are related to my important layout in China. You must treat this matter as a top priority, you know?"

"Is that an exaggeration?"

Blinking his small eyes, little fat Louis looked at Chen Ran's serious expression in surprise.

"It's very important and must be taken down, understand?"

"Okay, I get it. But, Chen, there's always a budget limit, right?"

Seeing that Chen Ran wasn't joking, Little Fatty Louis immediately became serious.

"Paulinho is probably not expensive, but Conca is now the core of Fluminense's offense, and the opponent will definitely open his mouth. In this way, less than 1000 million euros is acceptable."

"Er Chen, with all due respect, does Shencheng Galaxy have so much money? You don't plan to let the Crystal Palace Club pay the money, do you?"

The current Crystal Palace is no longer Chen Ran's club alone. Through the Galaxy Football Group, the Red Bull Group also indirectly holds part of the shares of the Crystal Palace Club.

Although there are not many, some accounts still need to be clearly distinguished.

"Of course not. The money is paid by me personally, and then it will be used as a transfer fund for Shencheng Galaxy in the form of a loan."

"That's good. Chen, don't worry, in the Brazilian football transfer market, there is no deal that our Figel family can't handle."

Fatty Louis patted his chest as a guarantee, and got up to leave.

"You wait a moment."

Just as the little fat man was about to go out, he was called back by Chen Ran.

"What's the matter, Chen, is there anything else?"

"Compared with the Brazilians, the Argentines are more hypocritical. If that Conca is unwilling to transfer, in addition to offering a high salary to attract him, you can also reveal the background of Shencheng Galaxy to him."

"The background of Shencheng Galaxy? Chen, you mean to tell him that Galaxy Football Group has a relationship with Crystal Palace?"

"clever!"

"Hey, I know what to do."

After dismissing Fatty Louis, Chen Ran thought of another person, that is Zheng Zhi, a Huaguo player currently playing for Charlton in the British Championship.

I took a look at Charlton's current ranking, my good guy, there are 24 teams in the English Championship, and Charlton is only ranked 22nd, a proper favorite for relegation.

At this moment, Chen Ran's heart suddenly became clear.

What's the point of staying for a team that can't even keep their qualifications for the English Championship?Are you going to play League One?
Now that he thought of Zheng Zhi, Chen Ran naturally thought of another Chinese player, Sun Jihai, who was still playing in England.

However, after checking the information, Chen Ran gave up the idea of ​​contacting Sun Jihai.

Sun Jihai is 31 years old this year, and the Huaguo players of their age are generally hydrated.

Even if he was brought back to Shencheng Yinhe, I am afraid it would not have much effect.

In order to show his sincerity, Chen Ran personally called Zheng Zhi.

On the phone, Chen Ran learned that Zheng Zhi would be resting for a few months due to an injury and undergoing surgery, which basically ended the season ahead of schedule.

Because Charlton is also a London team like Crystal Palace, and the distance between the two is not far, so Chen Ran simply drove to Zheng Zhi's house.

After finding out that Zheng Zhi's son was just over a month old, Chen Ran made a special trip to Chinatown, bought a silver bracelet for the child, and bought a lot of supplements for Zheng Zhi's wife as gifts.

Both Zheng Zhi and his wife Shao Na were dumbfounded when they saw Chen Ran appearing at the door of his house with large and small bags.

Chen Ran's current status, as a Chinese player playing in England, is familiar to both Zheng Zhi and his wife.

In England, as long as it is the media that reports football, you can see this name every now and then.

Unexpectedly, Chen Ran, who is a top figure in world football, would visit him today with so many gifts.

For a while, Zheng Zhi and his wife were a little flattered.

After looking at Zheng Zhigang's born son, Chen Ran presented a well-prepared gift, and after exchanging pleasantries, Shao Na carried the child into the bedroom with insight.

"Mr. Chen, I don't know if you have anything to do here today?"

After saying this, Zheng Zhi looked at Chen Ran expectantly and anxiously.

Although he knew in his heart that with his own strength, it was impossible for the Crystal Palace to like him.

However, today's act of Chen Ran's personal visit still made Zheng Zhi feel hopeless.

"Zheng Zhi, I took a look at Charlton's performance this season. This team is hopeless. If there is no accident, they may be relegated to League One this season."

"What's your plan? You don't want to play with Charlton in League One, do you?"

"If Charlton were relegated this season, I would definitely not be playing in League One."

Zheng Zhi shook his head immediately, and replied firmly.

"That's good." Hearing Zheng Zhi's answer, Chen Ran nodded in satisfaction, and immediately started the showdown.

"Zheng Zhi, I bought a club in China, and they have qualified for the Chinese Super League next season this year."

"I am going to do my best to build this team and let them compete for the Chinese Super League championship trophy next season."

"For the foreign aid of this team, I will introduce some good players through the channel of the Crystal Palace club."

"As for internal aid, the standard I set for them must be an international player under the age of 30."

"And you are the candidate I am very optimistic about, so I came here today to invite you to join Shencheng Galaxy Club."

"As for your personal salary, I will give you twice the annual salary at Charlton, and the game bonus will be calculated separately. I wonder if you are willing to join Shencheng Galaxy?"

Hearing this, Zheng Zhi was both disappointed and relieved.

Indeed, joining the current Crystal Palace?He was thinking too much.

However, a little-known newly promoted team wants to directly compete for the championship of the Chinese Super League. Isn't this setting the goal too high?
Not every team is called Crystal Palace.
Of course, these are the thoughts in Zheng Zhi's heart, even if he is killed, he will not say it.

"Mr. Echen, thank you for your attention to me. However, this news came too suddenly, and I couldn't make up my mind for a while. Can I discuss it with my family and give you an answer?"

"Haha, of course, it should be. However, Zheng Zhi, you also know that there is a quota limit in the domestic transfer market, and I hope you can reply as soon as possible, so that I can let them make other preparations."

"Okay, Mr. Chen, I will give you an answer as soon as possible."

After seeing off Chen Ran, Zheng Zhi and his wife sat in the living room and looked at each other.

"Honey, what do you think about Chen Ran's invitation?"

There was no outsider in the room, so Shao Na asked directly.

"To be honest, I didn't think about it. It's not easy to come out, and I'm not too young. If I go back this time, I won't be able to come out again in the future."

Zheng Zhi smiled wryly and shook his head, he was also very conflicted.

"Is it true that Chen Ran said that Charlton is likely to be relegated this season?"

"I'm afraid it's true. Now the club's capable players have almost left, and the rest are old and young. It's not realistic to rely on these people to keep relegation."

"Then why do you hesitate? Do you still want to play in League One?"

"It's impossible to play in League One. What I'm hesitating now is whether I can move to another Championship team."

"Even if you transfer to another British Championship team, so what? Husband, there were only two of us before, and I will support you if you want to make a breakthrough. But now we have a child, when you are thinking about things , you can’t just think about your football. Do you know what I mean?”

After hearing what Shao Na said, Zheng Zhi immediately stopped talking.

He knew what his wife said was reasonable, thinking of Chen Ran's offer of twice Charlton's annual salary, Zheng Zhi was moved.

After arranging domestic affairs, Chen Ran turned his energy back to the Crystal Palace.

Next, Crystal Palace will face another wave of intensive schedule.

On December 12, the English League Cup quarter-finals, Crystal Palace will face Tottenham Hotspur at the Emirates Stadium;
On December 12th, in the No.7 round of the Premier League, Crystal Palace will face Middlesbrough again at home this time;
On December 12, in the UEFA Champions League group stage, Crystal Palace will face Fiorentina at the Emirates Stadium;
On December 12, in the No.13 round of the Premier League, Crystal Palace will go to Anfield to challenge Liverpool this time.

Within ten days, Crystal Palace will play four games, an average of less than three days.

Especially the away game against Liverpool is a major event related to the ownership of the Premier League title this season.

Therefore, Chen Ran made some trade-offs for Crystal Palace at this stage of the game.

For example, in the League Cup match against Tottenham Hotspur on December 12, despite a week of rest, the Crystal Palace players were in good physical condition.

But Chen Ran still sent a starting lineup composed of substitute players, and he also handed over the command of the game to Southgate.

Facing Tottenham Hotspur, who played with all the main players, although Southgate tried his best, Crystal Palace finally lost to Tottenham Hotspur 1:2 and was eliminated from the English League Cup.

And only two days later, on December 12th, in the No. 7 round of the Premier League, Chen Ran gave Crystal Palace a starting lineup of all the main players to face Middlesbrough.

As a result, with Messi's brace and goals from Toni and Kaka, Crystal Palace beat Middlesbrough 4-1 at home.

While getting three points, Chen Ran also got a "level one blood recovery card" from the system.

In the other games of this round of the Premier League, Liverpool beat Blackburn 3:1 away, and Chelsea also beat Bolton 2:0 away.

Manchester United beat Sunderland 1-0 at Old Trafford and Arsenal beat Wigan Athletic 1-0 at Highbury.

Only Manchester City, which has invested heavily this season, was once again tied by their opponents. They tied with Fulham 1:1 away.

After the No. 16 round of the Premier League, Crystal Palace is still on top, with Liverpool trailing by four points.And Chelsea are nine points behind Crystal Palace, and have now been distanced.

On the second day after Crystal Palace played against Middlesbrough, Chen Ran received a call from Zheng Zhi. After getting the reply from Zheng Zhi that he was willing to join Shencheng Galaxy, he immediately gave guidance to Xu who was far away in Shencheng. Made a phone call.

"Director Xu, I have good news for you. I have persuaded Zheng Zhi, who is currently playing for Charlton, to agree to join Shencheng Galaxy."

"What? Really? This is really unexpected."

Director Xu was also overjoyed. When he decided on the list of signings these days, he didn't dare to consider these overseas players at all.

"Zheng Zhi is an all-round player who can play multiple positions. Among these domestic players, he is definitely at the top level, and he is more than enough to be the core of Shencheng Galaxy's team."

"Haha, Xiao Chen, don't worry, I will definitely use Zheng Zhi again." Director Xu is also a seasoned veteran, so he can naturally hear the meaning in Chen Ran's words.

"Director Xu is well-known for his vision of seeing people, so I'm doing it too much."

Chen Ran was polite first, then changed the topic.

"By the way, Director Xu, when Shencheng Galaxy signs contracts with these players, remember to sign long-term contracts, all of which must be signed for five years."

"Is it all five years? If the players do not perform well, it will be in their hands." Director Xu is used to living in poverty, but he is still a little uncomfortable with Chen Ran's extravagance

"Haha, that's why we're looking for international players under the age of 30. With you in charge, the chance of making mistakes is much smaller."

"Oh, Xiao Chen, I'm under a lot of pressure from you."

"Haha, Director Xu, don't worry, I only want the championship trophy, so you don't have to worry about the money. If you take ten thousand steps back, even if you miss it, I can afford to pay for it."

"Okay! Xiao Chen, I will definitely bring you back the championship trophy!"

After Zheng Zhi is settled, Shencheng Galaxy's core of domestic players can be regarded as settled.

The rest depends on whether Fatty Luis' signing of Conca and Paulinho goes well.

(End of this chapter)