Chapter 0823, in this way, my football career is complete!
Xia Xing sent Ole Gunnar Solskjaer out of the gate and watched him drive away.
Even the car seems to be much more relaxed.
Xia Xing smiled slightly.
This young manager, interesting.
The reason why he came to me and even took the initiative to say the disadvantages of Ronaldo joining the team was to see my opinion.
It's obvious.
After all, Cristiano Ronaldo is here, and my attention will definitely be reduced.
If I'm not happy about that, then the overall quality of Manchester United will definitely decline.
It's a given.
So Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has to do his work ahead.
But he thought too much.
The relationship between himself and Ronaldo is not particularly good, not the kind of good friend.
After all, the two don't have a deep personal relationship.
But both of their agents are Mendes, and with this relationship, the two still have some relationship.
And these are secondary, the deepest bond between the two is still on the court.
The sympathy between the heroes is the foundation of the true friendship between the two.
"At the competitive level, I just have one request, Xia must stay!"
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's words are certainly not groundless, they must be true.
And this is also Ronaldo's style.
The next day, almost at the same time, Xia Xing welcomed two visitors again.
βxiaοΌ Long time no see! β
"Jorge, long time no see."
"How's it going? Didn't go on vacation? β
"I went to the beach in Spain for a week and came back, and the company had a lot of things to take care of and to be in good shape."
"It's a Ballon d'Or superstar, it's amazing."
After greeting Mendes, Xia Xing looked to the side.
Cristiano Ronaldo.
Standing in front of Xia Xing, today's Ronaldo looks very relaxed.
The place where Xia Xing sees Ronaldo the most is on the pitch.
There will also be awards ceremonies and business events.
But there are very few interactions in life.
Seeing Ronaldo in casual clothes today, Xia Xing thought it was very interesting.
"Hello, Cristiano Ronaldo."
"Hello, Xia."
"Jorge didn't say anything in advance, I didn't expect you to come."
"Are you saying you didn't expect me to come to your house, or to Manchester United?"
"Both."
The two looked at each other and smiled.
Let Mendes and Ronaldo into the house, Xia Xing simply prepared some Chinese snacks.
These are all brought by friends from China.
The taste of Su's pastry made Mendes full of praise.
But Ronaldo didn't move, he just took a sip of black tea.
Looking at Ronaldo, Xia Xing shrugged: "I'm sorry, I didn't prepare chicken breast and salad for you here." β
Ronaldo smiled: "I just take it as a compliment." β
"Of course it's a compliment, when I'm your age, if I can still have your competitive state, I'll be content."
"You're going to be stronger than me in the future, I'm sure."
Mendes bit the osmanthus cake and glanced sideways at Ronaldo.
This is the first time he has heard Ronaldo say that someone is better than him.
Ronaldo's pride is the strongest Mendes has ever seen.
But in front of Xia Xing, Ronaldo did not hesitate to praise.
The three of them sat on the sofa, and they didn't have anything to do, just chatting casually.
"Jorge, you've been in Manchester lately, but you don't come to see me, it's too boring."
"Besides, I suggested that you transfer, if you don't leave, why should I still look for you?"
"That's what I said."
"That's the truth. During the busy summer transfer period, I have to spend more time dealing with clients who need to transfer. β
"Like Cristiano Ronaldo?"
"Of course."
"Yes, there are not many Manchester United stars who are being chased by Manchester City FC."
Ronaldo put down the teacup: "This is not a kind word, I can hear it." β
Xia Xing: "Well, yes, if I am chased by Manchester City, I will definitely refuse directly, I don't even want to think about it." I'm definitely not going to let Jorge talk about the conditions. β
Ronaldo shook his head slightly, he wanted to say something, but he still didn't speak.
Mendes on the side was afraid that Ronaldo would be embarrassed, so he hurriedly added: "Actually, it's just a talk, look at Ronaldo's value in the transfer market, and make an assessment in many aspects, even if you don't join Manchester United, you won't go to Manchester City in the end." β
Xia Xing waited sharply for Ronaldo: "If Manchester United doesn't make a move, and Manchester City's conditions are very good, are you sure you won't go to Manchester City?" β
Cristiano Ronaldo replied decisively: "I'm not sure, if it's the right fit, I could really join Manchester City." β
Mendes slapped his thigh: "Forget it, I won't help you speak, you wayward guy." β
"Maybe as time goes on, I'll be more willful in the future."
"Why bother."
"I'm my age, and there's nothing more important than respect."
"That's right."
Xia Xing leaned back: "Man, I appreciate what you just said, you were outspoken about the idea of joining Manchester City, I think this is your true temperament." Then I would like to ask, what do you want when you come back to Manchester United? β
Looking at Xia Xing's serious eyes, Ronaldo's expression also changed from calm just now to serious.
"Before you asked me, Jorge had asked me this question seriously,
"Now, once again, I will be open and honest with you.
"I came back to Manchester United for one purpose β to win more and win more trophies!
That's a bit of a nonsense, I understand, so I'll quantify it.
"Number one, I want to be at the heart of the attack at Manchester United and win a few more trophies at the end of my career.
"Especially the Champions League, I missed it so much in the past few years at Juventus.
"Second, I want to be able to stay competitive and hit the top of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
'To make that happen, you have to play in the top leagues and teams and have the best team-mates.
"With all that said, that's all I was for.
"There's one thing you may not know,
"When Manchester United made me an offer, the club offered me a generous offer.
"But that wasn't enough, I told the management β 'At the competitive level, I just have one request, Xia must stay!'
"I want you at Manchester United!
"Jorge once asked me, who is stronger at the peak of me or you now?
"I think it's me.
"When I was at my peak, I could do anything.
"But now, I'm 36 years old, and you're 26 years old.
"At the moment, you are definitely better than me, I admit it.
"In today's international football, I think you're the number one in the world!
"So as long as you're at Manchester United, Manchester United has hope of a revival!
"With you behind me, I'm pretty sure we can join forces to create even greater miracles!
"At the end of my career, back at Old Trafford,
"Helping the team win the league again, the Champions League,
"Become the king of goalscorers and still maintain the deterrence of the world's number one striker!
"At the national team level, go all out to hit the World Cup,
"Help my country win the World Cup!
"That's the end of my football career!" (End of chapter)