The Legendary Chairman Novel - Chapter 033

033 What Do Young Players Need Most?
In a cafe near Manchester International Airport, soothing Spanish music flowed like clear water into the hearts of everyone present.

There were four people sitting in a blind corner.

One of them was obviously from the East. He wore a grey Armani suit and was very relaxed without a tie. He held a spoon in his right hand and carefully stirred the steaming coffee in front of him. A creamy fragrance permeated the air, causing one to be enchanted.

This person was the chairman and head coach of Leeds United, Zhong Cheng. However, today, he wore a big hat that covered his cool face. Very few people recognized him. Everyone thought that he was a world famous model.

Beside Zhong Cheng was his old friend, old friend Trevor Birch.

Sitting opposite them was a middle-aged man and a young man. The middle-aged man was very considerate and was a real character in the movie. From the moment he entered the cafe, his right hand had been twisting the ring on his left ring finger.

Although the young man beside the middle-aged man was sitting, it was difficult to conceal his tall figure. This young man had a childish expression on his face, but it was difficult to conceal his confidence that surpassed that of ordinary people. However, there wasn’t a trace of confusion and worry in his eyes.

Looking at the tall young man in front of him, Zhong Cheng smiled and said, “Gerald, what are you thinking?”

Peeker raised his head and stared blankly at Zhong Cheng. He was very hesitant in his heart.

Yes, the young man is Gerard Pique Bernabeu, now the main centre-back of the Spanish youth team and the future main centre-back of the Spanish national team.

Born Feb. 2, 1987, Pick is 17 years old. His father is a well-known local lawyer in Barcelona, his mother is a hospital executive, and his grandfather was the vice president of Barcelona’s finance department. His family is very hesitant and well-connected.

Under the influence of his grandfather, he has been a Barcelona player since childhood, but this summer, Pique’s contract with Barcelona expires. Pique wanted to stay in Barcelona, and Barcelona really wanted to keep him because Barcelona saw him as Puyol’s successor.

However, there was a big difference between the two sides on the new contract. Barcelona wanted to sign an eight-year contract, but Pique was only willing to sign a five-year contract at most. The two sides were stuck in a stalemate and the negotiations broke down in the end.

Actually, this was not the main reason. This was just an explanation to the outside world.

The main reason why Pique left Barcelona was because he didn’t get the first team’s promise and didn’t give him enough chances and time to play. This was the reason why Pique and Barcelona were at odds.

Right now, playing was the most important thing for Pique. Staying in Barcelona was the only way for Pique to stay in the youth team. It was obvious that the youth team’s game was not helpful to Pique’s improvement. That was why Pique asked for the first team’s playing time.

Unfortunately, even though Barcelona was very optimistic about Pique, it was also optimistic about Pique’s future.

After the negotiations with Barcelona broke down, Pique wanted to follow his good friend Fabregas and leave Barcelona for foreign countries. Looking at his young friend who was already playing for Arsenal’s first team, he was naturally filled with envy.

At this time, famous Ars è ne Wenger and Ferguson came to see him and after communicating with them, Pique decided to join Manchester United.

However, just as Pique thought he was bound to become a Manchester United man, new variables arose. A guy who calls himself Leeds United’s CEO has found his agent, Artoro Canalis, to show that he wants to bring in his ideas.

Although Leeds United have been relegated this season, they still have some reputation in Europe. After all, the team entered the Champions League quarter-finals a few years ago.

Leeds United may be famous, but they are still far from United.

At first, Pique didn’t even think about it, but after seeing the controversial chairman and head coach of Leeds United today, Pique’s mind was shaken and he hesitated.

Leeds United coach Zhong Cheng is right. Will he have enough time to play when he goes to Manchester United? Is Alex Ferguson willing to give the 17-year-old a chance to play in the first team?

Leeds United president Cheng Zhong is right. Barcelona is a big club, and Manchester United are also a big club. Barcelona’s first-team centre-backs are strong and their substitutes are strong, as are Manchester United, whose defence is equally solid and even strong. Didn’t he jump from Barcelona to Manchester United from cage to cage? What’s the difference between staying in Barcelona?

Although Alex Ferguson said he was very optimistic about himself during his previous conversation with him, he was determined to nurture him. But didn’t Barcelona say the same thing? Didn’t he still not give his first team a chance in the end?

Peeker glanced at Zhong Cheng, then immediately turned to look at the middle-aged man beside him. This was his manager, Atoro Canalis.

Looking at his own Peeker’s reaction, how could Atoro Canalis not know what his employer was thinking?

To be honest, after hearing Zhong Cheng’s words, Atoro Canalis also felt that Manchester United was not a good choice. But is Leeds United a good choice?

Atoro Canalis immediately looked up at Zhong Cheng and said, “Mr. Roja, what kind of assurance can your Leeds Alliance give my employer?”

Zhong Cheng said, “You may have heard that I have imprinted a large number of young players this season. We are a brand new and vibrant team. We will definitely rely on this group of young players. In other words, I am building another youth guard.”

Seeing Atoro Canalis frown, Zhong Cheng immediately said, “Don’t worry, Mr. Canalis! Although these players are young, they are as strong as Steven Gerrard. I can tell you, my goal this season is to upgrade!”

The three people present were all shocked. Yes, even Zhong Cheng’s good gay friend Trivo Birch was shocked. He had never heard Zhong Cheng say this before. And it depends on this group of young players, is that possible?

Zhong Cheng looked at the three of them and continued, “Don’t think it’s impossible. The Greek team this year has already said that everything is possible! And I am confident in myself!”

Artoro Canalis now understood why the media in England and even local fans in Leeds now call Zhong Cheng a lunatic. This guy is really a lunatic.

Zhong Cheng stared at Pique and said, “Gerrard, don’t you think it’s a great initiative to upgrade to the Premier League with a group of youngsters around the age of 20?” When we stand on the stage of the Premier League, the whole world will look at us with endless admiration and envy. We will become a generation of legends and will be remembered by history! Aren’t you tempted at all to join this great project? Aren’t you excited at all? ”

Zhong Cheng stared at Peak and continued, “Most importantly, even if we can’t succeed in the end, you still have a precious experience, a precious experience that peers will never have the chance to obtain. And this experience will only benefit your future career, not harm you!”

Although the young Gerald Peeker was much more mature and confident than his peers, he was still bewitched by Zhong Cheng to the point that his face turned red and his heart surged with passion.

Atoro Canalis had no choice but to nod and admit that Zhong Cheng was a very good speaker. Even at his age, he was a little excited to hear these words.

Atoro Canalis knew that Zhong Cheng’s persuasion had been successful, but he said, “Mr. Loria’s plan was indeed very attractive and unconsciously exciting. But you didn’t seem to have answered my question directly, did you?”

Hearing this, Peak was stunned. Zhong Cheng said so many exciting words, as if he hadn’t answered his manager’s question directly.

Zhong Cheng smiled and said, “The reason I’m telling you all this is because Steven Gerrard has a very important place in my plan. I can guarantee that as long as Steven Gerrard’s condition is fine, he will definitely be the main defender of our club!”

Atoro Canalis and Peeker’s eyes lit up, and they were satisfied with this sentence.

Although Leeds United will play in the Champions League this season, according to their understanding, the level of the Champions League is not low, and the Champions League has a lot of games in a season, it is a good place for Pique to continue playing.

In retrospect, even if they went to Manchester United, Manchester United would definitely not give Pique a chance to play in the first team. He was also on loan, would Pique join the Champions League at the second level? Can a team on loan train Pique wholeheartedly?

Apparently, there are too many uncertainties about joining Manchester United. Instead, it would be better to join Leeds United because they have already received a lot of promises.

At this moment, Peeker’s heart was filled with excitement, but he was still a little concerned.

Atoro Canalis also believes that Pique would be better off joining Leeds United, and he has already received tens of thousands of pounds from Zhong Cheng, so he wants to step forward and push him.

Atoro Canalis apologized to Zhong and Cheng, then said to Pique in Catalan: “Gerald, I think Leeds United is a very good choice. You have enough chances to play here and you can’t stay here forever.” “Why don ‘t you stay here and take advantage of the leeds opportunity to improve yourself and use leeds as a springboard?”

Pique nodded and said, “I also think Leeds United are very good, but now at Manchester United … Sir Alex Ferguson has great hopes for me …”

“You don’t have to worry about that. The bad guys let me do it. All we need to do is ask Manchester United if they can give you a place in the first team next season. Also, have we signed with Manchester United now? Has Manchester United given us an advance? No, nothing! So what are we worried about?” Artoro Canalis said straightforwardly.

Yes, Pique and Manchester United haven’t signed yet. Both sides were interested in the deal, but there’s not even a verbal agreement between the two sides. Is there any need for Pique to feel guilty?

“Remember, Gerald, your future is the most important thing. You don’t want to disappear from Barcelona after you leave, do you?” Said Atoro Canalis.

Pick shook his head, and at the same time, he firmly believed in his own thoughts.

Pick immediately turned his head and looked at Zhong Cheng. “Mr. Loria, I agree to join Leeds United!” He said solemnly.