Grass roots glory

Chapter 412 Salary Disagreement
A few days later, the "Dortmund Youth Daily", which had internal channels, further exposed more inside information. This time it was an issue of general concern to everyone: about Zhou Tiancheng's offer.

According to them, the price Dortmund is going to give is at least no less than 5000 million euros! "Dortmund Youth" was very surprised at the wording. It used three exclamation points and said bluntly: "Dortmund's determination has been obvious. Since the financial crisis, this is the first time that the club has opened the money bag so boldly."

Indeed, such gestures are rare even after the club's financial crisis.

As the first listed club in the Bundesliga, Dortmund has only gradually recovered in recent years.And only Zorc, who has been working hard in the club from the players to the management, knows what kind of suffering the team owed a huge amount of money, and was even on the verge of bankruptcy.

Therefore, since Dortmund sent away a group of big names such as Rosicky and Jan Koller, the idea of ​​signing has been tightening money, relying on its own youth training, and at the same time introducing practical players.This is different from Schalke in previous years.Although Schalke had a mediocre lineup for a long time before, they were rich and unwilling to spend, and Dortmund did not dare to spend. The bankruptcy crisis of the 2005-06 season has always been like the sword of Damocles hanging over Zorc's head.Whenever he had to pay out of his pocket, he felt like walking on eggshells, under great pressure.

With Dortmund's business strategy, even if they wanted to, they would never pay such a transfer fee that is enough to leverage Zhou Tiancheng.But Shaheen's departure just brought a lot of money to Dortmund.Real Madrid gave Shaheen a transfer fee of 1000 million euros, which allowed them to grit their teeth and come up with 5000 million euros to leverage Zhou Tiancheng's "basic salary" - Zhou Tiancheng's contract liquidated damages are all 4000 million euros.

"Jurgen, to be able to call out this price, the club has already made a lot of determination. I think the second plan is more valuable...Although Ballack is older, his experience is still competent. The most important thing Yes, he is much cheaper than Zhou."

Zorke obviously knew that this price was not enough to leverage Zhou Tiancheng.According to the authoritative valuation of the transfer market website, Zhou Tiancheng's worth has been marked up to 500 million euros. This is only a superficial estimate. In actual transfer operations, it is normal to double this price. If you can't afford the money, some are big donors.Teams like Manchester City and Real Madrid have long been eyeing Sunday, that is to say, Schalke had a firm attitude before and never seized the opportunity.

So Zorke knew very well that at a price that was only slightly higher than the liquidated damages, he would definitely not be able to take away Zhou Tiancheng, not to mention potential competitors, even Schalke would definitely not be able to pass.

Klopp sat down opposite Zorc and said: "Michel, with more patience, Ballack at his peak can replace Zhou, but now he can't. So Zhou should be a must. I understand the club's Difficulties, but you also said that the club will fully cooperate with my signings."

Zorke spread his hands helplessly: "Who would have thought that you would stare at him? Didn't you give Schalke a chance to rip us off? They will never let us go, they will be like blood-sucking leeches, maximizing Drain us."

Klopp narrowed his eyes and smiled: "So what if they take a breath? After taking this breath, they will be finished. But Zorc, I promise you, if I poach Zhou Tiancheng, I am confident that this team will Reach your peak at that time!"

Zorke chuckled and shook his head.

……

Meanwhile Lorca sat on the sofa in Herter's office, waiting patiently for his reply.

"Mr. Lorca, I agree with you. We are very grateful for Zhou's contribution. His current salary of 500 million euros does not match his strength, but it is not the price you said. We can consider double it." Fan, 1000 million euros is already the club's maximum capacity. We have to consider the salary structure of the whole team."

Loka shook his head resolutely: "That's something you should consider, and it has nothing to do with me. I only know that Zhou's strength is definitely worthy of an annual salary that is three times higher than the current one. The minimum is only 1000 to two million euros."

Helter pondered for a moment, then shook his head: "Mr. Loka, you have to let us think about it."

"The 200 million euros still needs to be considered. It seems that you have no sincerity, so there is nothing to talk about." Lorca got up and was about to leave. Helter quickly stood up from his seat to keep him. At this moment, Lorca suddenly Said: "I hope you will not regret today's decision in the future."

Hearing what he said, Helter smiled instead: "The future can be discussed slowly in the future. Although there is one year left in Zhou's contract, it is still valid, isn't it?"

Of course, Lorca heard Heert's overtones. He smiled and walked out of Heert's office.

Watching Lorca leave, Hert's face became anxious. He thought for a while, picked up the phone on the table, dialed towards the chairman's office, relayed Lorca's words, and expressed his attitude at the same time: "Ke Mr. Lemens, it didn't work out. Maybe we can consider his conditions. You know the value of the week, it's definitely not these millions of euros. As for the salary balance, let's make an exception for him... We must as soon as possible Let’s start, if we delay until next season, it may be too late.”

……

After Loka walked out of the club building, he immediately called Zhou Tiancheng who was still on vacation.

"Zhou, the situation is like this. I will try my best, but I personally feel that this place is of no value to you."

"Peter, you still want to persuade me to accept Dortmund's conditions?"

Lorca smiled: "The decision is in your hands, and I will never interfere with you. But as your agent, I have the responsibility to give you suggestions. Zhou, think about it, even if you have an extra 200 million euros, you have to consider it. Schalke is not so poor, it can be seen that they don't really value you that much, or, in their eyes, the team as a whole is more important than you."

"Of course it's true. The team is above the individual."

Lorca was silent for a moment on the other end of the phone, sighed softly, and said: "From a competitive point of view, you can think so. But don't you think it's a waste of future to stay here for a team that cares about your treatment?" It doesn’t matter if Schalke can guarantee the championship, but Zhou, you have to respect the fact—whether it’s now or in the future, your biggest chance is no longer here.”

PS: I will start writing the turning point tomorrow, the biggest turning point in this book.

Take a vaccination first. I have considered this turning point for a long time. There will be a big boost from the two main lines of emotion and competition, but it may be sprayed. I beg everyone to hold on and spray lightly.

(End of this chapter)