306 Club Future
The hotel Williams booked is a place that everyone usually goes. This hotel has a partnership with Blackburn Club. Many players who have just joined Blackburn will stay in this hotel when they don't find a suitable house for a while.
When George arrived, Jack. Walker and Williams are already inside. In addition to the two of them, there is another person, but this person George does not know.
George hadn't seen Jack in a long time. Walker too.
Since George took charge of Blackburn, the club's affairs have been discussed with Williams. And Jack. Walker rarely even shows up for the club. Not to mention watching the game live.
Formerly Jack. When Walker first joined Blackburn, he was often seen at Ewood Park. They will even follow the team to the away stadium and cheer for the team. But a few years ago started Jack. Walker's health has declined dramatically, and doctors have even advised Jack. Walker: Don't watch football games.
But Jack. Walker is a stubborn man. Although I can't go to the stadium due to physical reasons, I watch the live broadcast in front of the TV when there is a Blackburn game.
This is a real fan.
See Jack again this time. Walker George clearly felt Jack. Walker's life breath was very weak and weak. The eyes are sunken, and there is only skin and bones left in the whole body.
Compared to George's first meeting with Jack five years ago. Walker, now Jack. Walker has aged a lot. George knows Jack. Walker has less than a year left on his life. Thinking of this, George could only sigh in his heart.
For Jack. Walker George was quite grateful in his heart.
George came into the world, and the first club president who fully appreciated himself was Jack. Walker too.
When George had a messy start to Blackburn, Jack. Walker is not hesitating to support himself. If it weren't for Jack. Walker's strong support, not to mention that George was sacked by the club. George couldn't even settle the dressing room at the time.
Jack. Walker's family history has been criticized by many Englishmen.
In order to avoid taxes, Jack. Walker even left England. Moreover, his steel company played a right-handed reversal, which made the British political axe lose a lot of money. And from Jack. Walker made a lot of money.
But none of this has much to do with George.
In fact, none of these rich people have any violations in the process of making money.
George only knew Jack. Walker is really good and trusts himself.
"George, you're here. Sit down. ”
Everyone is more familiar, so Jack. Walker is also very casual.
"Come, George, and introduce you. This is my youngest son, Paul. Walker. "Paul. Walker looks young, probably about the same age as George. Or should it be younger than George.
"Hello George. I'm a fan of yours. ”
Paul. Walker was different from his father. Jack. Walker may have played the country with one hand, so he has a certain atmosphere of rivers and lakes. He spoke very boldly. And Paul. Walker, on the other hand, is similar to Williams, like a highly educated social elite. Speaking is not hurried, which makes people have a very strong impression at once.
"Thank you, Paul."
After everybody sat down, Paul . . . Walker poured everyone a glass of red wine.
If it was before, Jack. Walker was a big drinker. He drank red wine unlike other rich people, who said that red wine was for tasting. But Jack. Walker, on the other hand, was not at all that exquisite. and Jack. Walker is together, and George is not inhibited. Because George himself is a hillbilly, he is very tired of that kind of cumbersome etiquette.
Now Jack. Walker was weak, so he just took a sip.
"George, congratulations first. The team won the halfway race. ”
"Mr. Walker, this is a joint effort." George was modest.
Jack. Walker smiled. But he was already very thin, and he had a somewhat hideous feeling when he smiled.
"George, I don't have any ideas for next season."
For Jack. Walker's question George was stunned, the kind of question that should be asked towards the end of the season. Even if George has any ideas now, it will have to be adjusted based on the results he has achieved this season.
"George, I'm afraid I won't be able to make it that time." Jack. Seeing George's puzzled look, Walker smiled and replied.
George was horrified, could it be that Jack. Walker's body has reached this point. George just wanted to say something, but Jack. Walker shook his head and motioned for George not to interject. "George, I know my body. My body can't support it anymore. In a matter of months. ”
"The happiest thing in my life is not that I built the Iron Empire. It's about seeing Blackburn Rovers win the Premier League, but it's a pity that it's hard to see the Premier League title this season. But I'm sure you'll be able to lead Blackburn Rovers to the Premier League title. ”
Having said all that, Jack. Walker's face flushed, then he coughed. Paul. Walker patted Jack gently. Walker's back.
"George, I see you today to introduce Paul to you. I'll leave a Walker fund and Paul will be in charge. The main purpose of this fund is to ensure the operation of Blackburn Rovers Club. John would continue to serve as president of the club. ”
George then understood, Jack. Walker came over to arrange the funeral.
The young man is about to become Blackburn's biggest shareholder, as he controls the Walker Fund. Jack. Walker really doesn't seem to be running out of time. It was the first time we met, and George didn't know Paul yet. Walker's surname.
But hearing that Williams would continue to be the club's president made George feel a little relieved.
Williams is a very competent club president. It can even be said that Williams is a very capable club president. Not only is he able to handle small things well, but he is also a far-sighted chairman.
Seeing that George has digested it, Jack. Walker continued.
"George, I don't want to interfere in things within the team. But I know your ambitions are high. You won't be satisfied with dominating the Premier League, you're definitely going to be in the Champions League. "Jack. Walker has always been the most confident in looking at people. And bringing in George is also one of the things he is most proud of.
"I know the squad and you're definitely going to have to keep improving. I talked to John and knew that the club was going to have to increase wages and bring in some players. It's still early, but I've already allocated £20 million alone. The money is used for the club's increased wages, as well as your summer signings. ”
"George, I know £20 million is not a lot of money in English football right now. But I also have limited funds, and £20 million is the last cash I can come up with. I hope you can stay in Blackburn and leave Blackburn with a glorious history. ”
Hearing this, George stood up.
"Thank you, Mr. Walker."
In a thousand words, George only uttered this sentence.
George is not a man with a cold surname, but he is not a person who is swayed by feelings. George is also an emotional person, but George will never let himself lose judgment because of his feelings.
George was a very sane man.
Although sometimes impulsive, when it comes to making important decisions, they always think rationally.
Otherwise, George wouldn't have accepted Jack in the summer of '98. Walker's invitation. From the relationship, George could not have chosen Blackburn. But George, after weighing the pros and cons, chose Blackburn in the end.
Therefore, it is impossible for feelings to make decisions for George.
But today, George suddenly had an impulse. Wanted to tell Jack. Walker, I'm willing to stay in Blackburn for the rest of my life.
Of course George knew about Jack. Walker is not Abu's billionaire. Jack. Walker's net worth is only a few hundred million pounds. And after George came to power, Jack. Walker has never been short of money.
This time George was also given a guarantee of 20 million pounds. Although it also includes an increase in player wages, the transfer funds left for George will be more than 10 million pounds at least. With this money, George can keep the main force and also be able to make some additions.
Jack. Walker's support suddenly moved George.
Suddenly, George understood. Jack. It's just that Walker is so supportive that makes George so moved. At that time, Zhuge Wuhou was entrusted by Liu Bei to be orphaned, and he became the prime minister of a country from a grass people. He said, "Do your best and die", maybe it was because of Liu Bei's trust.
The soldier dies for his confidant, George understands a little bit about this sentence.
"George, I'm here to say these things today. Nothing is a big deal. "Although he is very weak, Jack. . . Walker still spoke so boldly. "The development of Blackburn in the future depends on the three of you."
All three nodded. But everyone's heart is heavy.
After that, the four of them chatted and talked about some light topics. This time Jack. Walker seemed to remember something. I began to recall some of the things I worked hard against. Jack. Walker didn't stay here for long, that is, about an hour.
And then in Paul. With Walker's help, he left the hotel.
George and Williams kept giving him a ride.
"John, I didn't expect Mr. York's body to reach this point."
Williams didn't speak, and the expression on his face was serious. In Jack. Walker's work under his son should be different.
"John, what is this Paul's last name?"
Williams glanced at George, then said, "Don't worry, Paul has his own business." The Walker Fund is owned by Paul, but he shouldn't interfere too much. I'm in charge of managing the Walker Fund, managing the club. ”
"To be honest, I'm a little worried."
"As long as the club is doing well, Paul shouldn't care. The Walker family have been Blackburn fans for over a century. Williams reassured George. Williams doesn't want unnecessary trouble at a critical moment in his contract extension.
"Yes, I believe in you."
(To be continued)