The day after the interview with Jia Lei, Karlsruhe beat Dresden at home in the league, with Federik and Ferres scoring a goal each, and Li Huan was closely guarded by his opponents in this game, without scoring or assisting. It was a mediocre start to the game, but it was only compared to his original radiant situation, in fact he defended very well in the game, the opponent did not get a chance, and he also attracted a large number of opponents on the right flank, which was a big reason for Dresden's defeat.

On vacation the next day, Watts came to Li Huan's residence with a bottle of red wine, and Li Huan was a little surprised by Watts' arrival, because Watts told him that he was working hard to get the FIFA agent qualification certificate recently.

Now that the two of them are very familiar with each other, Li Huan didn't give him politeness, and said, "Watts, is there something wrong?" ”

Watts said happily: "There are a few things I want to tell you, yesterday and the day before yesterday, I was afraid of affecting your game, so I came today." ”

Li Huan said: "It's good news to look at your expression." ”

Watts put down the red wine, sat on the sofa, and said with a smile: "Yes, Li Huan, congratulations, you have conquered the fans and the club in Karlsruhe in only 11 games, and yesterday Willian called me and said that he wanted to modify the contract, mainly to increase your annual salary." ”

Watts thought that Li Huan would be very happy, but he didn't expect Li Huan to be a little happy, and he asked puzzledly, "Don't you want a raise?" ”

Li Huan said: "Who doesn't want a salary increase, but I think it's too early." ”

"yes, the contract has only been signed for less than five months," Watts said. This is the first time I've encountered this situation, but given the economic situation in Karlsruhe, it's quite possible. ”

Li Huan handed Watts a cup of Pu'er, and his agent took several packets from him, but he still had to drink tea when he came to him. "Tell me more."

"Karlsruhe's economic situation has not been good, last time it was by relying on the face of Mayor Thaler to bring in the sponsorship of ENBW, and after Thaler stepped down, ENBW also reduced investment, they mainly invested in Bayern, the last time Bayern and Karlsruhe played a warm-up match was ENBW company in the middle. In recent years, the academy in Karlsruhe has been relatively good, relying on the sale of players and supporters, like you have performed so well, they probably think that they will not be able to keep you, so they plan to change your contract and increase your annual salary significantly, so that you are embarrassed not to agree with them to extend your contract so that they can sell you for a good price when other clubs buy you. Watts said lightly, he has been in German football for many years, and this little trick of the club can't hide from his eyes.

Li Huan said lightly: "What do you think of this matter? ”

Watts took out a pen and paper and explained them one by one on the coffee table, saying, "Naturally, we also have to consider our own interests. If Karlsruhe can be promoted to the Bundesliga, then you can continue to stay in Karlsruhe for another season, adapt to a year later, and then consider the call of Bayern, Stuttgart and other giants. If Karlsruhe can't make it to the Bundesliga, you have to leave and you can't waste time and money in the Bundesliga. I think even if you don't want to leave Karlsruhe, I'll sell you. ”

Li Huan nodded again and again, Watts's analysis was very organized and clear, and as far as the profession of agent was concerned, he was competent.

Watts took a sip of his tea and continued: "Karlsruhe has helped you a lot in your development, and helping them win a higher transfer fee is also a return for you. So it's in the interest of both you and the club that they're giving us a raise and extending the contract, and of course we have to accept it,"

Li Huan smiled slightly, raised the teacup, and said, "It's also in your interest, right, Mr. Watts." ”

Watts didn't feel embarrassed, and said: "Yes, our interests are the same now, only if you succeed in becoming famous, I can get greater benefits, Li Huan, don't worry, I won't harm your interests, the Germans will be scheming in doing business and work, but they are absolutely serious and take care of quality, which is famous all over the world." ”

Li Huan smiled: "I believe you will leave it to you, otherwise I have a lot of choices now." ”

Watts hurriedly raised his glass and said, "Thank you for your trust." I will do the fastest way to make you the most famous and richest player in the Bundesliga. ”

Li Huan laughed and said: "You don't need to be the fastest, just seize every opportunity." ”

Watts looked admiring and said, "It's the first time I've seen a young but steady player like you. ”

Li Huan smiled: "Don't make a fool of yourself, what's the matter?" ”

Watts thought for a moment and said, "I'll go and talk to the club about the annual salary and contract years, and now there's one more thing to discuss with you?" ”

Li Huan said: "What's the matter, just say it." ”

"The day before yesterday, you were interviewed by a Chinese female journalist, and I don't think some of the things you said in the interview are appropriate. ”

Li Huan said lightly: "Why? ”

Watts said: "Your words are likely to anger your Football Association officials and the head coach of the national team, it will not do you any good to join the national team, I know that the national team does not call you up, it makes you very unhappy, and it is no problem to join the German team with your strength, but you are a bit too much to express it in this way, I think these things should be resolved in private." ”

Li Huan couldn't laugh when he heard it, Watts actually thought that he was scratching the reporter because the national team did not summon him, in fact, he was not willing to join the current national team at all, in his memory, the national team led by Hu Guangzhu was exactly the same as the current team, and it was also killed by someone without qualifying for the World Cup group. This also caused the largest anti-crime betting in the history of Chinese football, and he certainly didn't want to wade into this troubled water, and he could be planted in it if he wasn't careful. He still understands the truth that a gentleman does not stand under a dangerous wall. The words with Jia Lei were actually intentional on his part. As a traverser, he has the advantage that no one in this world has, which is that he knows in advance what is going to happen.

Of course, Li Huan couldn't say it, so he said patiently: "Then what do you think?" ”

Watts said as tactfully as possible: "Joining the national team is a win-win situation for you and the Chinese national team, now many Chinese companies call me and want to find you to endorse products, but there are not many real big enterprises and brand-name enterprises in China, this is because your influence in the country is still a little small, if you can become an international player, I think it will increase your advertising value a lot." I was called by a brand-name sporting goods company in your country, which means that if you endorse their products, they can help you get into the national team. China and Germany are playing in Hamburg in a few days, so it's a great opportunity to make a name for yourself and I think you should try to get involved. ”

Li Huan didn't think about it and said: "Mr. Watts, forget about this matter, I don't want to join the national team for the time being." If they want to ask me to endorse me, they can ask for it, and if they don't want to, forget it, and I'm not so anxious to make any money. ”

Watts was stunned and said, "Why?" Why are you reluctant to join the national team? "This incident really makes this German puzzled, even in Europe patriotism is very important, like the Netherlands and France, a country that advocates individual freedom very much, playing for the country is also the dream of the vast majority of players, and China, which has always been absolutely prevalent in collectivism, has someone who is unwilling to play for the country, which is like a fantasy.

Li Huan said lightly: "You don't need to know the reason, but when the time is right, I will think about this matter." ”

Watts said with a sense of understanding: "Now the Chinese national team has no chance to participate in a major tournament like the World Cup, you don't want to waste time on friendly matches and commercial matches, and go all out to prepare for the league." Well, this is also a very good choice, now the national team has not called you, it is not bad to play well in the league, and when you become more famous, your domestic fans will naturally put more pressure on the Football Association and coaches. That's when you join the national team. ”

Li Huan didn't want to explain too much to him, so he nodded and said, "Well, that's what I meant." ”

Watts hesitated for a moment, and then said: "Now that your fame is getting bigger and bigger, there must be more and more reporters who want to interview you, I think you should be cautious when you are interviewed, and this is a great delay in your time and energy, I think this matter should be arranged by me for you, and decide which reporters to interview you and when, instead of letting them directly disturb you and disturb your rest." There are also more and more fans about you, and I want to find someone to deal with the contact between you and the fans. ”

Although Li Huan likes the feeling of being interviewed freely, he also feels that what Watts said is very reasonable, he is becoming more and more famous, and there must be more and more reporters interviewing him, and he really doesn't have the energy to deal with so many reporters and fans, so he nodded and said: "No problem, you can handle it, but if our domestic reporters interview me, you'd better inform me." ”

Watts thought that Li Huan was specifically referring to the beautiful female reporter, his employer was very good at everything, but he was too romantic, he had only been in Germany for a long time, and there were at least three or four women who had a relationship with him, so he said: "Don't worry, I will make special arrangements for the interview with reporter Jia." ”

Li Huan couldn't laugh or cry a little, but he didn't expect Watts to think that he liked the female reporter, and said with a smile: "No special arrangement." I'm not referring to her, I'm talking about all domestic journalists. ”

"Okay, okay, I understand." Watts nodded again and again, but in his heart he decided that Li Huan wanted to take care of the female reporter.

(To be continued)