The Legendary Chairman Novel - Chapter 357
357 The Shock from Mourinho
Zhong Cheng flew directly to Russia, showing great sincerity.
In a remote coffee shop in Moscow, Zhong Cheng once again saw Maniche, nicknamed “Madman”.
In Portugal, Maniche is called a “madman”. In England, Zhong Cheng was also called a “madman,” and the two of them were truly destined.
Maniche was excited to see Zhong Cheng again.
Maniche could feel Zhong Cheng’s surging sincerity. He was naturally very happy to receive such attention. At the same time, he was grateful to Zhong Cheng!
Although Maniche has made some remarkable achievements in Porto, he still yearns for the top five European leagues and the Portuguese Premier League platform is still too small. He came to Russia last year, but it is still a long way from the five big leagues. He yearns for a bigger stage.
However, it seems that the five European league teams have little interest in him, as if no team is willing to take him out of Moscow. Even his former mentor, Jos é Mourinho, did not have such thoughts, and Maniche felt a little regretful.
Now that Zhong Cheng had repeatedly suggested that he wanted to introduce him five times, Maniche would definitely not be tempted!
However, he had always been hesitant.
He was unsure of his place in Zhong Cheng’s heart when he fell to that ground, and he had heard rumour that Jos Mourinho wanted to take him to Chelsea.
To be honest, Maniche is willing to work with Jos é Mourinho.
In the eyes of many Portuguese, Jos é Mourinho is Maniche’s mentor. The relationship between the two is good and Maniche is naturally more inclined towards Jos é Mourinho.
Previously, he had been thinking about it. On the one hand, he was examining the sincerity of the Leeds Alliance, while on the other, he was waiting for the summons of his mentor.
Now, Maniche saw the surging sincerity of the Leeds United players, and he did not wait for his mentor to summon him. By this time, Maniche had already made up his mind.
Looking at Zhong Cheng, who was neither humble nor arrogant, Maniche said directly, “Mr. Zhong Cheng, I agree to transfer to Leeds United!”
Hearing this plan, Zhong Cheng’s heart was finally on guard!
Zhong Cheng faintly smiled and said, “You will definitely not regret your decision today. After coming to Leeds United, as long as there is no problem with your condition, you will definitely be the backbone of our team!”
Hearing Zhong Cheng’s words, Maniche was very satisfied. The others also believed that Zhong Cheng’s words were true, because Zhong Cheng did not take on all the responsibilities and promised Maniche’s main position unconditionally.
Maniche could tell that Zhong Cheng had a plan for himself.
Maniche immediately stood up and extended his right hand to Zhong Cheng, saying, “Good cooperation, Mr. Loria!”
Zhong Cheng also stood up. He reached out his right hand and held Maniche’s right hand. He smiled and said, “Happy cooperation, Nuno! Also, from now on, you can call me boss or boss instead of name!”
Maniche smiled and said, “Alright, boss!”
It was because Leeds United had already contacted Moscow and agreed to loan Maniche to Leeds United. Leeds United had the right to buy Maniche until next summer and Leeds United would only have to pay Moscow 8 million euros. Maniche was a Leeds United player.
Maniche is now a Leeds United player.
Zhong Cheng did not have time to return to England, so at this time, Leeds United’s assistant coach Rogers was leading the team to the third lap of this season’s FA Cup. At this time, the Premier League and Silver Champions League teams had joined in.
Leeds United have picked Sporting Wigan, also from the Premier League, and there is a bit of a grudge between the two teams.
Last season in the Champions League, the two teams were competitors, this season the two teams in the Premier League is very good performance, has been chased by countless media. Now that the two teams have met again in the FA Cup, it’s really fate.
Because it was still on International Day, the players on both sides were from the semi-main youth team. Zhong Cheng didn’t have time to return, so Rogers led the team to participate in this match.
Leeds United lost 2-1 to Athletics Wigan and were sneakily attacked by Athletics Wigan at the end of the game before being knocked out of the FA Cup. Leeds United swam another round of the Carling Cup, followed by the FA Cup.
After the game, the English media thought Leeds United deserved to do so. Giving up the Carling Cup and the FA Cup to focus on the league and the UEFA Cup is the right choice. After all, the current Leeds United team was still very young. They simply did not have the ability to fight on multiple fronts. It was very correct to give up on these two competitions.
In the eyes of English media reporters, Zhong Cheng let Rogers lead the team to play in the FA Cup, this is the best sign of loyalty to give up the FA Cup.
Actually, Zhong Cheng had never thought of giving up the FA Cup, but due to some mishaps, Leeds United were eliminated from the FA Cup. Nicklas Bendtner started the game, played well and scored a goal.
Maniche felt uncomfortable watching Zhong Cheng fail to return to England because of himself, leading to the elimination of Leeds United in the FA Cup. However, he could feel that Zhong Cheng valued him and he was very happy. At the same time, he secretly swore in his heart that he would definitely bring back an FA Cup champion for Leeds United.
As Maniche prepares to go to Leeds United for a post-left medical, Chelsea have received news that Jos é Mourinho is hoping to bring Maniche to Chelsea and has made a loan request to Moscow.
Maniche was shocked to hear that Jose Mourinho wanted to bring him to England.
However, Maniche has now agreed to join Leeds United.
And Maniche and Leeds United have initialled an agreement, as long as Maniche passes the medical, Maniche will be a Leeds United player.
Jose Mourinho flew to Moscow as soon as he heard the news and went to see Maniche. He is hoping to persuade Maniche to abandon Leeds United and join Chelsea from time to time.
Actually, there are still many players in European football who suddenly change their minds and turn to other teams before their medical exams. Some of the players even went to the new club’s medical center and suddenly turned around to look at the other teams.
So Jose Mourinho sees an opportunity to persuade Maniche to join Chelsea.
Jos é Mourinho is confident in himself and believes Maniche will abandon Leeds United and join Chelsea today as long as he plays.
Zhong Cheng did not know that Jos é Mourinho had already set out to dig a corner of his wall.
Zhong Cheng is now considering using Jos é Mourinho’s four suspended games to overtake Chelsea and reach the top of the Premier League.
At this moment, the two of them were scheming against each other.
Jose Mourinho met Maniche in Moscow.
Jose Mourinho has spoken to Maniche about his intentions and is urging him to give up Leeds United and join Chelsea. Jose Mourinho is very important to Maniche, he needs Maniche!
However, Maniche was in a very difficult situation!
On one side was an invitation from his mentor, while on the other was a great sincerity and respect from Zhong Cheng. There was also faith in the contract, which was controlling Maniche.
Maniche wasn’t the first to be careless, his heart showing signs of swaying left and right.
Jose Mourinho’s eyes narrowed. He did not expect Maniche to be so hesitant, and hesitant for so long. He was truly stunned. Was Madman Loria really that powerful? How long had it been since he had left such a deep impression on Maniche?
Looks like Madman Loria is really not to be trifled with!
But even then, Jose Mourinho is confident. He believes Maniche will choose him, Jos é Mourinho, over Madman Loria. He was very confident in the relationship between him and Maniche. He had dug out the corner of Madman Loria.
Suddenly Maniche stood up with a determined expression and said apologetically to Jose Mourinho: “Sir, I’m sorry! I have promised the boss that I will not be joining Chelsea from Leeds United! I’m sorry!”
Jose Mourinho’s heart skipped a beat and the result was beyond his expectations.
Jose Mourinho stared fixedly at Maniche. He had not expected the outcome to be like this, which confused him.
Jose Mourinho was puzzled: “Boss?”
Maniche immediately said: “That’s what I call Mr. Loria. That’s what all the players at Leeds United call him!”
Jose Mourinho was even more displeased. However, he didn’t show it on the surface.
Jose Mourinho stared fixedly at Maniche and said seriously, “Are you sure?”
Maniche nodded firmly and said, “Yes, teacher! I’ve made my decision!”
Jose Mourinho is well aware of Maniche’s character. Since Maniche had already said so, it meant that the matter was settled and there was no room for maniche to turn around.
Jose Mourinho sighed unwillingly and said: “Alright, then I wish you well and hope you can do well at Leeds United.”
Maniche immediately bowed and said, “Thank you, teacher! I’m sorry, teacher!”
Jose Mourinho waved his hand slightly and said: “There’s no need to say sorry, you have your own choices and considerations! I just hope you don’t regret your decision in the future. Go to Leeds United and fight hard. I believe you will succeed!”
Maniche sincerely thanked: “Thank you teacher, I will work hard!”
Jose Mourinho nodded and said, “Alright! Let’s see you next time. I won’t show mercy. I hope you won’t show mercy. I want to see your progress!”
Maniche said respectfully, “Follow your teacher’s instructions!”
Jose Mourinho patted Maniche on the shoulder and said: “Work hard!”
With that, Jose Mourinho left.
Maniche left Russia and flew to England for a medical. Soon after, news of Maniche joining Leeds United on loan was updated on Liverpoolfc. Tv.
Maniche missed the 22nd round of the league. Zhong Cheng led the team to a 2-1 victory over Aston Villa and won six consecutive league matches.