The Legendary Chairman Novel - Chapter 014
014 Mr. Trivo’s Worries
Pascal Zimbonda, born in France on February 21, 1979, is 182cm tall and weighs 74kg.
In 1999 he joined the first club in his life, Le Havre, where he stayed for four years and developed his defensive skills. In 2005, Pascal Zimbonda moved to Wigan Athletics for £ 500, 000 and performed well in the Premier League.
In 2006, Pascal Zimbonda was also selected for the French national team, joining them in the World Cup in Germany, and was even dubbed the “new Thuram” by the French media.
In 2006, Pascal Zimbonda moved to Tottenham Hotspur for £ 4. 5m and did well for the club.
Pascal Chimbonda played in the 2006 World Cup in Germany, so Zhong Cheng still had some impressions of him. What Zhong Cheng didn’t expect was that this fellow was also from the Le Havre Club.
Le Havre is a very good youth team, from here the famous stars are Ginola, Pongele, Letale, Boumsong, Dorasu, Ibrahim Ba and so on. In particular, Boumsong played for Pascal Chimbonda when he joined Le Havre.
No wonder Boumsong showed such an expression when Willie Macai said he wanted to recommend a full-back. The two of them knew each other.
Zhong Cheng knew Pascal Qimbonda very well. He was a full-back warrior. He was capable of all positions on the defensive line. Moreover, his speed and explosiveness were strong. His ability to move straight up and down the wing was excellent. He was an excellent full-back.
Zhong Cheng glanced at Willie Makai. He thought that Zhong Cheng had never heard of this player before. He immediately said, “Mr. Zhong Cheng, Pascal is a very strong full-back. He made 31 appearances in the French League last season and scored a goal. His defensive ability is excellent.”
Zhong Cheng suddenly raised his hand to stop Willie Makai and said, “I understand this player. Our scouts have paid attention to him. His strength is very good. We did have the intention to bring him in, but we didn’t expect him to be one of your players!”
Ah! Willie Makay was shocked. He never thought that Zhong Cheng would have noticed Qimbonda long ago.
Zhong Cheng smiled and said to Willie Macai, “Our club will immediately send a bid to Bastia. I hope you can notify your players in advance!”
“Don’t worry, I’ll notify Pascal immediately,” said Willie Makai in a loud voice.
As soon as he finished speaking, Willie Macai turned around and left to inform his Zimbonda.
Jean-Alain Boumsong saw his agent leave and felt it was time for him to do so. He stood up and said, “Mr. President, I think I should leave too!”
Zhong Cheng immediately raised his hand to signal, “No need, sit down first. I still need your help!”
Bu Mu Song was slightly stunned. He didn’t know where he could help this person in front of him. Bu Mu Song was extremely puzzled in his heart. However, he didn’t bring it up and sat down directly.
Not long after, Boumsong saw Sania and the two middle-aged men walking over.
Seeing this, Bu Mu Song was instantly relieved. It turned out that Zhong Cheng needed his help.
Zhong Cheng naturally saw Sagna as well. A faint smile appeared on Zhong Cheng’s face. The hidden danger in the team’s full-back position should be resolved.
Gary Hollebas walked over and said to Zhong Cheng, “Mr. President, Mr. Sagna and his agent, Mr. Christopher, have arrived.”
Zhong Cheng immediately stood up and extended his right hand to Sagna. “Nice to meet you, Mr. Sagna. I’m Zhong Cheng, chairman of the Leeds Union. You can call me Roja!”
Sagna and Christopher were both shocked. They hadn’t expected the chairman of Leeds United to meet them. They thought they were going to meet the head coach of Leeds United. The two exchanged glances and sat down at Zhong Cheng’s invitation.
Only then did Sania see Boumsong and the two greeted him warmly.
Bacari Sagna is in an awkward situation. He hasn’t signed with Auxerre yet and is free to play.
Sagna and his agent, Christopher, were delighted and excited when Leeds United came to see them. The duo were relieved to learn that Jean-Alain Boumsong, Auxerre’s main centre-back and known in the media as the “New Deseli”, had joined Leeds United.
After that, Sagna signed his name on the contract that Zhong Cheng had prepared for him, and Arsenal and France’s main right-back Bacary Sagna officially signed for Leeds United as part of the Leeds team.
Seeing Sagna sign his name, Zhong Cheng extended his right hand to Sagna, “Welcome to Leeds United, Mr. Bacari Sagna!”
Bacari Sagna immediately stretched out his right hand and grabbed Zhong Cheng’s right hand. “I am very honored to be able to play for Leeds United, Mr. President!” He said excitedly.
Zhong Cheng made a lot of money signing Sagna for free. In 2007, Arsenal paid £ 7. 5 million for Sagna.
A day later, Ligue 1’s Bastia Football Club agreed to sell Pascal Zimbonda to Leeds United for £ 350, 000.
On the same day, Wailey Macai brought Pascal Zimbonda to Zhong Cheng. The two sides formally signed a contract and the French full-back officially became a member of Leeds United.
Trivo Burch frowned as he watched Pascal Chimbonda leave.
He glanced at the proud Zhong Cheng and said worriedly, “My dear Roja, our right-back position is overcrowded!”
Zhong Cheng knew Trivo Birch was worried, but he shook his head.
Of course, Zhong Cheng knew that Bacary Sagna and Pascal Qimbonda were both right-backs, and the club also had a veteran, Gary Kelly, who was also right-back.
Zhong Cheng knew what Trivo Birch was worried about.
At right-back, Leeds United had three players. Moreover, these three players were not ordinary in strength. Who played the main team and who played the substitute? If the playing time is unevenly distributed, the team is likely to erupt in internal strife.
However, Zhong Cheng did not think so, because Zhong Cheng had bought Pascal Qimbonda as a left-back.
Pascal Zimbonda is a versatile defender on the defensive line. He can play in three positions on the left, centre and right, and his left and right feet are very balanced. He can perform well on both the left and right.
Also, Gary Kelly and Bacary Sagna are both capable of playing in midfield on the right. Both of them are strong attackers, so there is no problem of vicious competition between the three of them.
Zhong Cheng immediately said to Trivo Birch, “Don’t worry, the problem you’re worried about won’t arise. Pascal Zimbonda is fully qualified to play as the team’s main left-back …”
Zhong Cheng told Trivo Birch what he thought. Trivo Birch nodded slightly. If that was the case, there shouldn’t be any problems. But the question is, did you bring in these players and say they could be used?
Even as a very close friend of Zhong Cheng, Trivo Birch was very skeptical of Zhong Cheng’s offer of reinforcements.
Trevor Birch had not only told Zhong Cheng this question once, but Zhong Cheng was always confident that the person he picked would not make mistakes and would have a bright future.
To tell the truth, Trivo Burch was very nervous.
Zhong Cheng said: “My old friend, believe me, this batch of players will definitely become the cornerstone of Leeds United, just like Ferdinand, Alan Smith, Robinson and the others!”
Looking at Zhong Cheng’s appearance, Trivo Birch sighed and said, “I hope you’re right. Leeds United can’t handle it anymore!”
Zhong Chengshi nodded and said, “Don’t worry, I know this better than you!”
Trevor Birch could only nod his head, and now he could only trust Zhong Cheng.
Zhong Cheng could see Trivo Birch’s worries. Of course, Zhong Cheng could not tell Trivo Birch what he knew about the future. He went forward and patted Trivo Birch on the shoulder and said, “Alright, Trivo, now we’re leaving!”
“Where are we going this time?” Asked Trivo Birch, puzzled.
Zhong Cheng smiled and said, “Le Havre!”
Le Havre is a seaside city in the north of France, located at the north of the mouth of the Seine River, one of the five major water systems in France. It is the second largest port in France and also the closest large port in Paris. It is famous for its important shipping status as an “outer port of Paris” and has a special position in the French economy.
Zhong Cheng came here for a player, the famous Las Diarra.
Las Diarra was born in a small village near Paris, France, on March 10, 1986. He was of Malian descent. He was only 170cm tall and weighed 57kg. It was precisely because of his physical condition that his club, Nantes, chose to give up.
Later, Las Diarra went to Le Mans for a trial and stayed. But he is not happy here. He feels that he has not received enough attention at Le Mans. He has publicly developed this view and wants to leave the team.
But Le Mans in France B were not easy to deal with, they did not agree to terminate the contract with Las Diarra, so Las Diarra began a year and a half without a ball.
It was this summer that Las Diarra and Le Mans cancelled their contract, and now Las Diarra is free.
Zhong Cheng did not go to Le Mang to look for Las Diarra, Because his memories were very clear, It was this summer, Las Diarra joined Le Havre freely, And it was an amazing season, beginning to be called the “new Makelele” in the French media, and also this season, when Las Diarra joined the French U20, he was discovered by Chelsea’s chief scout, Williams, and invited to Chelsea.
After joining Chelsea, Jose Mourinho focused on nurturing Las Diarra, who did a great job at Chelsea and was favored by French coach Jean-Claude Domenech, who joined the French national team and started alongside Makelele.
Las Diarra was unhappy with his initial full-back role at Chelsea, although he knew he would be able to replace Makelele once he was old. But Las Diarra is reluctant to wait and has publicly said he wants to leave Chelsea.
Unhappy with Chelsea, Las Diarra finally moved to Arsenal at a low price because his contract was about to expire. After a season with Arsenal and Portsmouth, he joined Spanish giants Real Madrid for £ 20 m, starting his Galaxy career and becoming Real Madrid’s main defender.
It can be said that Las Diarra is a very strong and very character of the player.
Las Diarra’s future was brilliant, but now he was in a state of despair. This was a good opportunity for Zhong Cheng to take him down!
After finding Las Diarra, Zhong Cheng did not waste any words. Las Diarra signed his name on the contract offered by Leeds United.
