Chapter 032: Second Conversation with Ferguson

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The proposal to expand the bench was unanimously supported by the owners of the 20 Premier League clubs, and was unanimously approved in the subsequent voting round. Therefore, when the meeting was officially announced www.biquge.info except for the sad FA representatives, the other participants were all beaming with a happy expression, which can really be called a happy ending.

The FA may be upset about yet another provocation of its authority, but to be honest, the FA can't do much about these teams right now – after all, when 22 League One owners came together 11 years ago and decided to go it alone and create the Premier League.

As for another of the Premier League's much-criticised systems, which do not have a winter break like other New Year's Eve leagues, George has no intention of reforming it. While many have long complained that the lack of a winter break will prevent Premier League players from getting as much rest mid-season as their counterparts in the other big four leagues, and it will also slow down Premier League teams in European competition. But let's be honest, if anyone dares to propose an additional winter break for the Premier League, then all the Premier League club representatives present will probably raise their hands against it.

You know, there is no winter break, and the Premier League, which has games to play even at Christmas, can maximize its commercial value. At the same time, it can also take advantage of the winter break of several other major leagues to grab ratings and market share, and win more fans for the Premier League little by little, so that the Premier League can surpass other leagues in commercial value and win more income for Premier League teams.

So, don't look at the Premier League's managers and players who are always complaining about how there is no winter break, but if the winter break is really implemented in the Premier League, then they will definitely be the first to jump out against this!

"Alex, why did you suddenly remember to call me?" The day after the meeting, George, who was checking the progress of the team's recruitment in the office, suddenly received a phone call, and the person who made the call was his former boss and mentor, Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson, "Could it be that you have a crush on one of my players, so you are calling me for someone now?"

"No kidding, George. Others may not know, I don't know that the Tottenham first team has almost been sold by you now?" Hearing George's words, Ferguson on the other end of the phone shook his head helplessly, and said in his heart that he hadn't seen him for more than a month, and this kid's mouth work was really good again, "Let me think about it, the only people left in the team are Casey Keller, Stephen Carr, Ledley King, Poyet, Anderton and Robbie Keane, right? ”

"Looks like you're well-informed, Alex. George wasn't surprised by Ferguson's taunts at Redknapp on the phone. After all, given the poor relationship between United and Liverpool, it would be strange for Ferguson not to mock Redknapp Jr., a guy with a strong Liverpool brand: "If Alex you're not interested in these players under me, what is the matter? You know, I've been working a lot lately. If I don't keep the first-team numbers to a minimum before the summer training camp begins, I'll be denounced by the angry Tottenham fans. ”

"Hmm...... George, yes. Ferguson on the other end of the phone hesitated, but finally made up his mind and told George his intentions, "I want to sell David this summer." However, due to the fact that the transfer market is so badly affected by the weak world economy, coupled with the impact of the previous Flying Bootgate incident, it is difficult for me to sell him for a high price based on sales alone. So, I'd like to ask you to help me play a role in the price of David's transfer. ”

"David, which David?" Hearing Ferguson's words, George didn't react immediately. But soon, he quickly lowered his voice and said, "Hey, Alex, are you still planning to sell Beckham?"

With Beckham's current role and position in Manchester United's tactical system, if he were sold now, the entire Red Devils' tactical system would almost have to be reversed, and Manchester United would fall into a slump in the next two or three years. Are you ready to start rebuilding with a team that just won the Premier League?

"Yes, that's exactly what I do. Ferguson also heard the surprise in George's tone, and explained, "Although what you told me before George, David is the youngest of the four midfielders, and he is also the most suitable to lead the team through the rebuilding work. Even if I had some conflicts with him before, it is not impossible for me to admit my mistake when the time comes...... But don't forget, with that woman, David is not going to spend his good time waiting for the day when Manchester United will complete their rebuild!"

Hearing Ferguson's words, George couldn't help but fall silent. He knew that Ferguson was right. David Beckham himself may have preferred to stay at Old Trafford out of affection and responsibility, but that was certainly not what his wife Victoria wanted to see. After all, in Manchester, Becky's commercial value has been maximised and if he wants to go further, he will have to move to a club that is more influential and has a more cosmopolitan feel in the city. And Real Madrid, which has been chasing after Xiaobei, is obviously a good choice in Victoria's eyes. Moreover, Madrid, as the capital of Spain, is more suitable for Becky's career in the non-football field than Manchester, an industrial city.

Therefore, even if Ferguson really lowered his face and admitted to Xiaobei the mistakes made in the "Flying Bootgate" incident, with Victoria's endless pillow wind and the promotion of good news media, it is really difficult to say how high Xiaobei's choice to stay at Manchester United can be!

It was precisely because of this that Ferguson approached George, hoping that he could help raise the price. After all, several buyers who are now interested in bringing in Beckham are really a bit of a robbery of the transfer fee offered by Beckham. Real Madrid is biting the price of 30 million euros and refuses to let go, and Florentino, who believes that Xiaobei will definitely leave the team this summer, does not intend to waste too much ammunition on Manchester United; Barcelona, another La Liga giant, also gave the same offer as Real Madrid, and it seems that there is no intention of increasing the price; as for the Milan duo in Serie A, their intention to take advantage is simply too obvious, and the bald head named Galliani even came to ask Ferguson, whether Beckham will sell 20 million euros!

You know, although Becky does not have a World Footballer of the Year or the title of European Ballon d'Or like Ronaldo, Becky's commercial value and market appeal cannot be compared with any footballer of his generation. So, in Ferguson's opinion, if he really agrees to the offer of adding baldness, then Manchester United will not have to lose blood?

"Alex, why do you think that I have the ability to help you with this?" After a long silence, George, who knew that Xiaobei's departure from Manchester United was irretrievable, asked, "With your status in English football, if you are willing to speak, it is estimated that many people will be willing to help, why ask me for help?"

"If these people can be trusted, do you think I'll pull my face down and come to you?" Ferguson couldn't help but roll his eyes when he heard George's question, and said angrily.

"Okay...... However, since you want me to help, then Alex, should you pay me a little hard money?" Now that he has decided to help Ferguson raise the price of Beckham's transfer, George will naturally have to collect certain benefits. After all, he is no longer an employee of Manchester United, so he will not work for Manchester United in vain.

"Well, that makes sense. If you're asking for that, how about I sell Phil to Tottenham?" Ferguson took George's request for granted. After all, George is not a Manchester United employee, but a Tottenham Hotspur owner, and it is only natural to work for the benefit of his team: "George you know, Phil is a versatile player. Whether it's at left-back, midfielder or right-back, he can play well...... George, what do you think of this quid pro quo?"

"What? Is that true?!" Hearing Ferguson say that he was going to sell Phil Neville to himself, George thought he had misheard it for a while, and hurriedly asked again. After making sure that Ferguson was not talking nonsense for a while, he immediately agreed to the quid pro quo of the lord!

Although Phil Neville is not as capable as his brother Gary Neville, he is a very good addition to Tottenham at the moment. In George's eyes, if he can get Phil, an all-rounder and instant combat power, then the possibility of Tottenham making a difference in the new season will be greatly improved!

And Ferguson's choice to send Phil Neville away naturally has his considerations. First of all, with the number of substitutes increased to seven, the need for a versatile player like Phil is no longer as strong as it used to be. Secondly, the 26-year-old Phil Neville is no longer satisfied with his position at Manchester United and wants to get more opportunities to play, but this is something that Manchester United and Ferguson cannot give!

In this way, in a few words, Phil Neville's fate was determined by George and Ferguson. Next, as long as Phil himself agrees, the England international will join White Hart Lane for a transfer fee of £7 million!