Fitz. Hall was worried.

In this period of time, a number of players have left, and among the old faces, only the team's main goalkeeper, former Ireland international Kenny, and main left-back Crichton. Hill, promising youngster Armand. Toure.

The departure of a dozen old friends brought in just over £10 million for the club. Not enough for the new owner to buy a new player.

It's really cool to watch the new owner poaching people waving checks, but thinking that the old team has fallen apart, Fitz. Hall was still very uncomfortable.

Fans probably don't want to see this scene either.

On a sunny afternoon, Fitz. Hall finally got the chance to meet with Ricardo alone.

Looking at the new ball king in front of him, who is too young to talk about and handsome as the protagonist of an idol drama, the 30-year-old Hall finds that his heart is full of jealousy.

It's good to be young...... The possibilities are endless.

“BOSS……”

"You can just call me Ricardo," Licardo smiled and motioned for Hall to sit down on the couch in his office, "You'll still be the captain of the team for the new season, if you're here for that." ”

"That's not why I'm here for you," Hall shook his head, his waist straight, still looking a little reserved in front of a young man five years younger than himself, "but since I talked about it, I would say that I should no longer be fit to be the captain of this team." With so many new players, they need a stronger leader, a big name in the dressing room. You're already the captain of the Brazilian national team, so I think you should be able to captain the club as well. And I'd love to be your deputy and continue to manage the locker room for you. ”

Li Cardo nodded, a satisfied smile on his face: "Since you think so, then I'll announce it another day." What do you want to talk about today? ”

Hall hesitated before speaking: "What I want to know is, where do you want to take the team?" The team is now in the midst of a major purge, with those who have contributed to the team being forced to leave and a flood of new faces coming in. It's hard for me to adapt to this change, and I think it's hard for the fans to adapt to it. When they come to the stands to cheer us on in the new season, they find that a familiar face is gone, and they will be disappointed. ”

'The team needs to look forward,' said Ricardo mildly, 'I have set new targets, and the goal for the new season is not to be relegated, but to finish in the top four and qualify for the Champions League, but also to make a difference in the League Cup and FA Cup. It's hard to do, at least not last season's squad. Football is not charity, but a competitive sport, full of competition. Those who can go up, and those who can't go down, this is normal. ”

"But," Hale muttered, "it shouldn't be so fast, and even if you want to change blood, it will take a few seasons to change slowly." It's hard for fans to adapt and for the team to get results. ”

'I know there are risks, but I'm willing to take them, and let me say that at my level, if I don't play in the Champions League, it's a loss for the whole world.' Ricardo said calmly.

Hall shook like an electric shock and raised his head: "That's right, that's right, for a player like you, the Champions League is your stage......"

'So, at the end of the season, we have to finish in the top four. It's a lot of pressure, but I'm sure the team can do it. ”

"Then let me ask one last question, has the head coach of the team been decided?"

Ricardo smiled: "It's confirmed, there are only some details that haven't been taken care of, and you will soon have a great manager." ”

"Then, I take my leave, knowing that you have a whole plan in mind, and you are not hot-headed, I am relieved. Please forgive me for being rude, see you on the training ground. Hall bowed slightly and retreated.

After sending Hall away, Ricardo immediately contacted Marotta.

The club's transfer work is in full swing, and some of these players are still hesitant, Marotta believes that if Licardo personally persuades, it will have a better effect.

Although many people don't want to join a promoted team, they are still very interested in competing with the champions.

Now Marotta is working Fernandinho.

The midfielder, who has good physicality and excellent technique, was born in 1985 and was in the prime of life, and the Shakhtars refused to let up on the £30 million offer.

Rather than buying him for this price, Ricardo felt that it would be better to buy Modric for £30 million – not £30 million for Modric, £22 million would be enough.

It's a big deal to transform Modric into a playmaker like Real Madrid, although he is currently positioned as a midfielder at Tottenham.

"Licardo, I think we should go all out for Fernandinho," Marotta suggested, "Real Madrid are also looking for Modric, and I don't think our offer has an advantage in front of Real Madrid." ”

"No," said Ricardo, "we have an advantage over Real Madrid. Queens Park Rangers have me, Real Madrid doesn't. ”

It just so happened that Modric was also in London and was participating in Tottenham's pre-season training, but I heard that he was going out of training recently and was determined to leave. Ricardo asked for his phone number and asked him out.

Modric is not tall, has dashing blonde hair, and has a sunny personality. Seeing Licardo, he hugged him warmly: "What is the matter with His Majesty the King of Balls looking for me?" ”

Ricardo laughed: "You played a great game. Want to play better? Would you like to go with me for a few championships? ”

"Of course."

"Then quickly reject Real Madrid!" Ricardo held out his hand to him, "I wish us a happy cooperation." ”

Luka Modric said: "After all, I'm also a professional footballer, so I have to think about the salary. ”

"Let your agent talk about it. You just have to believe that I can lead the team to glory. ”

"Of course I believe that just like Maradona brought Napoli to the top of the championship, and you have an advantage over him."

"I'm handsome?"

"You're richer. Look at the actions of this transfer window at QPR and you know that you are ambitious. Even if it doesn't work out this season, it will work next season. And I'm young, I'm only a year older than you, I can afford to wait. ”

"Then it's settled," said Ricardo pleasantly, "and leave the rest to the staff." ”

A week later, Queens Park Rangers announced on their official Twitter that Luka Modric had joined Tottenham. He was joined by 21-year-old Kyle. Walker, who is valued at £11 million. Compared to his joining Tottenham two years ago, the value has tripled.

Ricardo felt that the team's final piece of the puzzle was also completed.