Chapter 42: You're Not an Outcast, You're a Hero!
Towards the end of each year, it is an opportunity for major European clubs to get their hands on the target players. The winter transfer window in Europe is relatively short, so the earlier you start, the more you will gain.
Since the big five leagues adopt a New Year's Eve format, while the Asian leagues, especially the East Asian leagues, have a year-round format, the winter transfer period is a popular time for players to move between the two continents, and many big deals occur between clubs on these two continents.
This year's winter transfer period has been quiet between European clubs, with the exception of a small stir caused by the transfer of Russian international Cheryshev from Galaxy Real Madrid to Valencia, and there have been no big deals that have shaken up Europe.
However, this does not mean that the major giants are really inactive, in fact, the competition for reserve talents and fresh blood has never stopped. In this winter transfer window, many giants have set their sights on Guangzhou Evergrande, and Wen Zhihao, the new AFC Champions League golden boot, has become the object of great interest to them.
In the past, the European Red Devils Manchester United directly asked Guangzhou Evergrande for the possibility of taking Wen Zhihao away.
Although Europe's labour certification system has always been a natural obstacle for Chinese players to land in the Premier League, it has never been a problem for true talent. Coach Van Gaal even directly stated that if the deal is successful, Wen Zhihao will be loaned to the Eredivisie where the most advanced players are trained, Wen Zhihao is young, as long as he can have the level of Manchester United's main or semi-main players before the age of 20, it will be a profitable deal for Manchester United.
Obviously, Van Gaal wants Wen Zhihao to follow the old path of Park Ji-sung. But he doesn't have the brilliant vision of Sir Alex Ferguson, and he has a talent that is very interesting to the second-tier teams in Europe and even the quasi-first-class teams.
Atletico Madrid, CSKA Moscow and other teams have also sent offer letters to Evergrande, obviously for Wen Zhihao.
However, Evergrande is not very willing to let Wen Zhihao leave like this, although the original contract had a provision that this situation must be released, but talent is rare, which club is willing to let go of a super young talent with unlimited potential in the team? What's more, it is still an Asian giant like Evergrande who aims to defend the title on both fronts.
To Evergrande's disappointment, Wen Zhihao seemed to have made up his mind, saying that he wanted to pursue his dreams on a higher platform, and at the same time thanked Evergrande for lending a helping hand to him when he was in trouble. Speaking of which, it is unreasonable for Evergrande not to let people go, not to mention that Wen Zhihao has made great contributions throughout the season, and it can be said that he helped Evergrande win two championships by himself. In the end, Evergrande agreed to let Wen Zhihao leave after the season was completely over, and he was still a free agent. In other words, Evergrande did not get a penny of transfer fees from Wen Zhihao, which is also Evergrande's gratitude to Wen Zhihao for his outstanding contribution in one season.
Since others are pursuing their dreams, why should they be obstructed? As an Asian giant with a sense of social responsibility, Evergrande has made such a decision from the perspective of the long-term development of Chinese football.
In an instant, the biggest obstacle to Wen Zhihao's landing in Europe disappeared, and all the giants increased their efforts to throw olive branches.
Milan, the famous football city, is playing out a scene that is very similar to that of two years ago.
AC Milan scout Liu Weicheng ran into the office of Galiani, the club's de facto decision-maker, with a happy face: "Sir, good news! The Chinese genius we missed two years ago, he's going back to Europe! ”
"Oh?" Galliani leaned against the table, and said indifferently: "Liu, you don't want to introduce him again?" ”
Liu Weicheng nodded: "Yes!" Sir, it was our mistake that missed him, and then he did there without me saying much as you know. Sir, don't miss the opportunity! This is God's second chance to form the most impactful youth twin with our Academy Locatelli, and the revival of the Rossoneri may only require a nod from you! Please don't hesitate sir. ”
The more Liu Weicheng spoke, the more excited he became, and he felt that he was about to be convinced by his reasons.
Galliani smiled in his eyes, and when Liu Weicheng finished speaking, he took a puff of cigarette and replied in a rather regretful tone: "Dear Liu, I admit that you are very right. But there's a very real difficulty for the club and it may be difficult to afford the potential salary of such a talented man for a long time to come, you know what that means, I don't want to make an investment that doesn't have a clear return, you know? ”
"Sir, but ......"
"Nothing!" Galliani interrupted directly, "Liu, I appreciate your loyalty to the club, but please also understand the difficulties of the club. Well, so be it! ”
"Alas!" Liu Weicheng sighed and shook his head again and again. After missing two opportunities in a row, AC really wants to say goodbye to this potential demon star with an infinitely bright future.
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"Haha! Agnelli, I remember what you said? You guy, you actually have a time to look away! "Inter boss Thohir is driving chief scout Agnelli? Ruzo's joke.
Agnelli? Instead of being angry or embarrassed, Ruzo said with a shocked look on his face, "Tohir, I swear to God, this kid is definitely a natural anomaly. I've been in this business for 30 years and it's never been the first time I've seen a player recover from an injury like this. All I can say is that he was born to represent God's will, both on and off the field. Now we need to regain our wing, and he has proven to be able to lead us back to glory! ”
"It was your suggestion that we lost him, and naturally the task of inviting him back will fall to you." Thohir threw the problem to Ruzzo.
Agnelli's expression froze, and he quickly responded: "When Wen was here, he had a good relationship with Nazzle, so I think it would be better to ask Nazzo to go to China and persuade him personally." ”
Nazzo rolled his eyes, this ball is really level, he is completely lying down!
However, full of confidence, Nazo didn't expect to find Wen Zhihao all the way and hit the nail as soon as he came up.
"I'm sorry, sir, I can't accept your invitation. You are welcome to come and visit, and I will take you to see China. But this matter, I'm sorry, I don't have to talk about it! Wen Zhihao's attitude is very resolute.
Nazzo didn't give up, and emphasized again: "Wen, are you really not thinking about it anymore? As long as you choose to go back, you can go straight to the first team! Isn't it your original dream to be on the first team? ”
Wen Zhihao paused, his eyes were a little sad: "Dream? Be! That's right! But there are many ways to achieve your dreams. Sir, do you think there is any need to go back to a team that chose to give up on you when you were seriously injured? No matter how good the treatment is, it can't change that I'm just an abandoned outcast! ”
Wen Zhihao's words were not intense, but they pierced Nazo's heart like a knife, and for the first time he regretted what a stupid thing he had participated in in the first place, he took a deep breath and said apologetically: "Son, if that incident hurt you, I ask for your forgiveness in the name of God." But I want you to understand that we never gave up on you, and now that I'm standing here is the best proof of that! The championship trophy you won for your team is prominently displayed in the Hall of Fame. The Nerazzurri believe that you are the one who can lead Inter back to glory. ”
"Child, you are not an outcast, you are a hero! Come back, we need you! ”
PS: The plot of the Club World Cup still needs to be written in two or three chapters to pave the way for Zhihao's future career in Europe.