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Chapter 264 Consultation and Meeting

Before Mendes came, Zhang Yang decided to discuss with the people around him first.

The person he looked for first was his father. His father can be said to be the leader of his fall in love with football. As a son, he would admire his father, although some people were unwilling to admit it.

Zhang Yang called Zhang Guodong, and he first told his father about these two meetings with the chairman of the Manchester City Club.

Zhang Guodong listened to his son's talk about the process of the talks, but did not leave his opinion, but pondered for a while and said to Zhang Yang, "Son, what do you think? Let me tell you about it."

"Dad, I must admit that Mr. Alfaim is a good lobbyist. I was really moved by his words. To be precise, it is not just the beautiful prospects he mentioned and how much he valued me, but his attitude and sincerity." Zhang Yang said.

"Are you moved? Son." Zhang Guodong said with a smile.

"Well, that's right. To be honest, I was a little surprised. I no longer rejected this club, and even thought it would be good to transfer to Manchester City." Zhang Yang said.

"Son, my dad doesn't know about this club, but I just know that this is not a traditional wealthy family and has a very average reputation." Zhang Guodong said, "So, when it comes to suggestions, my dad can only say it. Although my dad can also provide you with reference suggestions, you must make the final decision."

"Dad, I know." Zhang Yang nodded, "But I still want to listen to your suggestions."

Zhang Guodong on the other end of the phone looked grim. The decision of this matter was related to his son's career. Zhang Guodong was also a little nervous, but Zhang Guodong knew that although his son seemed to have not made a decision, he knew that his son was a very independent person. Since he told him that he no longer rejected Manchester City, in fact, his son had a tendency in his heart. However, because of some concerns, he did not realize his tendency, or was unwilling to admit this tendency.

There is a saying that Zhang Guodong is serious, that is, Zhang Yang must make his own decisions in this matter. His son has grown up and has been wandering abroad for several years. He has become more mature. He can make his own decisions in such matters. As a father, he just watches from the side. As long as his son has not made an obvious mistake, he will not interfere.

"The chairman of Manchester City club really said that they are even willing to pay 100 million pounds to buy you?" Zhang Guodong asked.

"That's what he said." Zhang Yang nodded, "and I can see that he is very sincere in saying this."

Zhang Guodong smiled, "Son, my dad doesn't understand any big principles, but I can make an analogy. You play football and work in a company. If another company comes to poach you, you are willing to pay a considerable "termination fee" for you and are willing to entrust you with an important task, and you cannot get this important task in the original company. The only difference is that your original company was a large company, and the current company is not small in scale, but it is a new company.

The future development prospects are unpredictable. This is the multiple-choice question you want to make, to stay in that big company with a long history. In this way, you may still have your current position and situation, but you will gain a lot of glory. The foundation of this big company also makes you continue to be the focus. When you go to that new company, the role you can play will increase a lot. There is a broader stage, which belongs to you. The only thing you need to worry about is whether you can succeed in the future."

Zhang Yang listened to his father's words on the other end of the phone and fell into deep thought. He did not say his decision, but took over his father's topic and continued, in fact, at this time, he seemed to be talking to himself, "Manchester City is not short of money. This can be seen from the fact that they are willing to pay me a transfer fee of 100 million pounds. I also know that they have a list of them and they want to chase more stars, so their ambitions are beyond doubt. Although they are not very famous now and their grades are average, this is a rare stage, a stage that definitely belongs to me, so it doesn't matter how the team is currently in the future. What's important is whether they will be helpful to my career and whether it will be helpful to my development. Can I get more and can I get a future that satisfies myself in such a special team!"

Zhang Guodong listened to his son's words and nodded, and said with relief, "Actually, playing football is the same as finding a job. When you go out to work, what you should pay more attention to is not the current treatment, but whether this company can give you room for development and whether it can give you other companies the trust that will not be given to you. This is the most important thing. Son, you are still young and the road to the future is very broad. As a father, what my father wants to tell you is that no matter what decision you make, don't be timid. As long as you make up your mind, work hard! I believe that my son will succeed wherever you are! Just like when you were in Marseille, in Marseille, didn't you also become a star from an unknown player? So, son, remember, no matter where you are, what is important is that you are.

Do you have a heart to continue to work hard! How big the heart is and how broad the road is? To put it bluntly, if you insist on transferring to Manchester City, even if the development is not satisfactory in the next one or two years, will you not be able to get out of this predicament? I don’t believe that I absolutely don’t think my son will be in a slump. He will definitely stand up, and he will have more passion and strength to fight than ever before! And even if you choose to stay in Milan, even if you seek a transfer in the next one or two years, is it too late? Is there no good place to go? I don’t believe! I believe that my son is the best. Even at that time, there will be countless teams pursuing you, and there will still be so many great teams that need you!"

Zhang Yang didn't say anything on the other end of the phone. He felt that the corners of his eyes were a little wet. No, it wasn't wet, but tears were flowing down.

Oh, dad, thank you, thank you for your understanding, thank you for your words, yes, your son is the best, thank you for your trust, thank you for your faith, thank you for your support.

Although my dad did not give the answer, Zhang Yang knew that my dad had given the answer, that is, leave boldly, there is nothing to be afraid of! Son, you are the best! There is nothing you can't afford to lose!

Dad, you are also the father that your son respects and admires the most. Zhang Yang said silently in his heart.

Zhang Yang has received his father's opinion.

After soliciting my father's opinion, Zhang Yang knew that there was only one person left and didn't ask. That person was his beating Zhang Dahai. Although the eldest brother was not a professional, he didn't know much about these things in football. However, Zhang Yang knew that he would definitely get useful suggestions from his eldest brother. Zhang Dahai has always respected his eldest brother Zhang Dahai, and the two brothers had a very good relationship.

After listening to Zhang Yang telling the story, Zhang Dahai was silent first, he was thinking, and then Zhang Dahai began to express his point of view.

"Xiao Yang, I don't know much about Manchester City. I know that Milan is much more famous and much stronger than Manchester City." Zhang Dahai said to Zhang Yang, "So, I won't say much about the comparison between these two teams. I believe that you must have your own comparison and results in your heart."

Zhang Dahai paused for a moment, lit a cigarette, and continued, "If you choose to stay in Milan, then I don't need to say anything more. After all, you are already very familiar with Milan. What I want to say is, if you plan to choose Manchester City, what places you need to consider carefully. If you think about these things clearly, as for whether you choose Manchester City or stay in Milan, or choose to go to other giant teams, I think it will be the result of your careful consideration. At least, you will not regret your decision."

"Thank you, brother, I understand what you mean, just say it." Zhang Yang smiled and said. At this time, he really felt that God was too good to him. If he had a family like this, would he be dissatisfied with him? Is there any invincible difficulties?

"First of all, personal treatment is very important. Manchester City's current fame and strength are not as good as Milan. So, what do they attract you? Those great plans and blueprints for the future will not be mentioned for now. First of all, the most practical thing is what kind of treatment they will give you. Personal treatment must be very generous, and this must be a contract that will satisfy you." Zhang Dahai said.

"This is natural. The funds of Manchester City clubs are not a problem now. One aspect of their ability to attract me is naturally also a factor of treatment. Although Mr. Alfaim did not say it explicitly, I know that personal treatment should be very generous." Zhang Yang said. He never concealed his desire for money. There is nothing wrong with it. It is normal for him to work hard, make money, and make big money.

Zhang Yang just reminded himself that chasing money is not the only purpose. Although he likes colorful money, he will never become a slave to money.

"That was the first point just now, and the second point is whether they have the ability and whether they are willing to pay you the transfer fee that impresses Milan Club. However, this second point is not a problem. Since they even expressed their willingness to pay you a transfer fee of 100 million pounds, it doesn't matter whether the final transfer fee is 60 million pounds or 100 million pounds. At least this shows their sincerity and attitude."

"Well, that's right, brother." Zhang Yang smiled, "I was indeed shocked by this 100 million pounds at that time.

"The third point is the ambition of this club. You also said that they are very ambitious. Then, this club must show strength and actions that match their ambitions. I don't know the current players of Manchester City. However, this team was unable to enter the League Cup in the Premier League last season, which means that the level of their current players is really not satisfactory. So, the question now is, if you go to Manchester City, then whether the team can guarantee that you should be the core, equip you with helpers, and equipment can provide you with help, and help the team, and at least in paper strength, they can have the basis for achieving good results. As for whether the strength on paper can eventually be transformed into combat power, it is not something you can master." Zhang Dahai said.

Zhang Yang nodded. The big brother said 'strength on paper' refers to the player configuration, which means, if he joins Manchester City, will the club continue to invest a lot of money to improve the team's personnel configuration to enhance his strength. Simply put, Manchester City can bring several big-name stars this summer, and can these big-name stars help him with his ambitions and goals.

"Also, the most important point is whether the position of Manchester City club chairman Alfaim is stable, his voice, his energy, his courage, and can he ensure the step-by-step continuation of his established strategy!" Zhang Dahai said.

"In this regard, from my intuitive sense, Alfaim is indeed a very capable and ambitious Mr. Chairman. I think it is a blessing for this club to have such a Mr. Chairman. Moreover, I have to say that Mr. Alfaim left a good impression on me. I think this is also an important reason why he is not disgusted with joining Manchester City.

"Very good, it seems that you will consider these points I said." Zhang Dahai said, "Of course, no matter how much I say, I will only help you analyze and suggest. The final choice lies with you, Xiao Yang. I believe that neither my dad nor me will interfere with your decision. However, Brother hopes that you can be cautious, because what is the future of Manchester City? Is this club really going to use you as a banner and willing to rebuild around you for a lot of money, or is it just lying to you? I don't know. However, I hope that after you make a careful decision, you won't worry about gains and losses. At that time, all you need is to work hard."

Zhang Yang also nodded vigorously, "Brother, I understand what you mean. Thank you. You and Dad mean the same thing, haha. You also understand me. Although I may be more conflicted now, once I make a decision, I will not worry about gains and losses. I will continue to work hard, because, I know that only this is the only way to success."

"You're right." Zhang Dahai shouted for Zhang Yang's words, "Brother, no matter when it is, you are the pride of our whole family."

"Brother, you will always be my pride. I respect the most." Zhang Yang smiled and said. Although he had not made the final decision yet, he felt much more relaxed now and was no longer as depressed as before. For Zhang Yang, the understanding and support of his family will always be what he cares about the most and his motivation. The reason why he cares about his family's attitude is that he loves them as if his relatives love him too.

Just as Zhang Yang was discussing his future with his family, AC Milan club head coach Ancelotti was strongly suppressing his anger.

Ancelotti walked out of his own office and stood in the corridor. He suddenly wanted to smoke, but he took out the cigarette box, but he did not take out the cigarette. He didn't want to smoke in the corridor. Although he was the head coach of this team and he smoked in the corridor, no one would say anything. However, Ancelotti has always been very strict with himself. Since he restrained his players, he would set an example. Although it is a holiday, there are not many people in Milanello, and even the young players of the youth team are on vacation.

When he walked to the bathroom, Ancelotti took out a cigarette, lit it, took a hard breath, but was choked. He coughed repeatedly, and after coughing, he continued to smoke regardless of the situation.

Within a cigarette, only cigarette butts were left in less than a minute.

Ancelotti snatched out the cigarette butt, opened the cigarette box again, and wanted another one, but he was disappointed to see that the cigarette box was empty.

"Empty? No more?" AC Milan head coach shook his head and smiled bitterly. This very ordinary little thing made the head coach's gentleman even more excited. He threw the gilded cigarette box to the ground.

Then, the head coach of Milan, who had a red face turned on the faucet and washed his face with the same venting. Why did he say that he was the same venting? His clothes, clean suits, trousers, and leather shoes were all stained with water.

Standing in front of the large mirror on the bathroom pool, he stared at himself in the mirror. Looking at the tip of his nose and water droplets hanging on the tip of his eyebrows, Ancelotti took out a handkerchief from his pocket and wiped it casually, then put it away and put it back in his pocket. The handkerchief was bought for him by his wife many years ago and he has been using it. Ancelotti is a person who values ​​emotions.

Just now in the office, he, Galliani, Braida and Leonardo held a conference call with the team's big boss Berlusconi in their offices, at home or in a resort. The atmosphere of the meeting made him feel uncomfortable.

Although Ancelotti is not alone, Galliani and Braida are his alliance, and they have a consistent view on some things. However, the result is that it makes it difficult for them to have a smile on their faces.

Manchester City has issued a statement on Zhang Yang's fierce offensive. Although AC Milan Club has issued a statement saying that Zhang Yang is not a seller, such an explanation is obviously just an explanation to the media and fans. In fact, Manchester City's pursuit of Zhang Yang has obviously interfered with AC Milan's internal situation.

Galliani and Ancelotti's views are very clear. Zhang Yang is a real non-sale product and cannot be sold no matter what the situation is. What this young man shows is that he can establish a dynasty.

Although Braida did not clearly state that she could not sell Zhang Yang, Braida expressed his own. Braida said that if she sold Zhang Yang, it would be almost impossible to find another shooter who could score such a crazy goal. Even if Ronaldinho comes, it would not be possible to make AC Milan's attack power comparable to last season.

So, in essence, Braida also opposed selling Zhang Yang. However, Braida has a saying that laid the groundwork for selling Zhang Yang, that is, unless Manchester City can provide a price that they really cannot refuse.

After all, the current financial crisis of Milan Club is no longer a secret.

As for Leonardo, he first informed the participants of the club's progress on introducing Ronaldinho. Barcelona club basically agreed to AC Milan's offer to Barcelona for 24 million euros. In addition, regarding the salary negotiations, he also reached a range with Ronaldinho himself and Ronaldinho's brother, his agent Assis, where negotiations can continue.

That is 6.5 million to 7.5 million euros. If this price is negotiated, once Ronaldinho transfers to AC Milan, then this former footballer will be the second person in AC Milan club to have an annual salary of 9 million euros after Kaka!

Ancelotti questioned this. The AC Milan head coach only said one thing. Ronaldinho did not make any contribution to AC Milan. He received the team's second highest salary as soon as he arrived. This is unfair to other players who bring glory to Milan.

Although Ancelotti did not say it clearly, everyone, including Berlusconi, could hear what he implied. Ancelotti was talking about Zhang Yang. Milan had been at a deadlock for the renewal of Zhang Yang's contract. Milan was only willing to increase Zhang Yang's salary from 3.5 million euros to 4 million euros, which was in line with Pirlo and others. She became the second only player within the team after Kaka.

Ancelotti has a lot of opinions on this. In his opinion, the team wants to make Zhang Yang loyal to the team. Although he does not say that he is in line with Kaka's salary, he must at least show some sincerity. In Ancelotti's heart, if Milan can provide Zhang Yang with a new contract of 5 million euros, it will be able to satisfy Zhang Yang. Although this is still a lot worse than Kaka's 9 million euros, Zhang Yang's 5 million salary will surpass players such as Pirlo and Seedorf, becoming the second only to Kaka in the whole team after Kaka.

The player is enough to satisfy the young man. Because Ancelotti feels that he is quite familiar with Zhang Yang. Although Zhang Yang seems a little unruly, he is not the kind of player who plays solely for money. This young man pursues honor and needs to be respected by the club. Five million euros is a new contract that can make Zhang Yang feel respected. The salary of this new contract is enough to ensure that the team will have great room for Zhang Yang to raise his salary in the next few years.

Therefore, when Leonardo said that Ronaldinho's salary range was between 6 million euros and 7 million euros, Ancelotti would say "strange things", although this statement did not match his identity as a head coach. After all, Ronaldinho would also become his player.

Leonardo's answer to Ancelotti's strange words was sharp. He said that as a star who has won the World Footballer and the European Golden Ball Awards, Ronaldinho is one of the best stars in football now, it is not surprising that he gets this salary.

Ancelotti shut up angrily and ignored Leonardo. Ancelotti had no malice towards Leonardo, but he did not like Leonardo's commitment to increasing the number of Brazilian members in Milan. In Ancelotti's view, it is not good for a team to rely too much on players from a certain country. Of course, the three Dutch musketeers era was an exception.

However, after discussing the joining of Ronaldinho, Berlusconi suddenly raised a topic, that is, what do you think about the Manchester City club's purchase of Zhang Yang?

Berlusconi's words immediately attracted the attention of all the people who participated in the telephone video conference, because things cannot be looked at the surface only. In fact, from the fact that Berlusconi was able to ask this sentence and ask everyone what they think about this matter, it can already explain Berlusconi's potential attitude.

Berlusconi's potential attitude conveyed the message that made the other four people start to think.

After all, in a word, in Milan, there is only one real boss, that is, Berlusconi, the gentleman, who is definitely the final word.

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