My light shines on Arsenal

Chapter 104 Encounter in Los Angeles
"I have to go back and discuss it with Mr. Usmanov before making a decision," Mosxuli said.

"As soon as possible," Tim Lewis reminded, "We have to finalize the manager before the summer transfer window starts."

"That's natural."

Mo Xuli was also impressed by Chen Yao's speech, but his attitude was also - indifferent.

The purpose of his partner and friend Usmanov has never been to hope that Arsenal will reach the sky in one step, but to snatch Arsenal's shares.

Now, Stan Kroenke holds nearly 50% of the shares, and Usmanov holds almost 30% of the shares. Whoever invests in the team will be cheaper for other investors.

Therefore, Usmanov doesn't care about Arsenal's performance. He even hopes that the team will deteriorate a little miserably and reduce the value of Kroenke's equity so that he can take the opportunity to buy the bottom.

If Arsenal wants to choose a world famous coach and is required to inject a large amount of capital, it is impossible for Usmanov to agree.

But if it is such a cheap head coach, and maybe it can help him create a favorable acquisition situation...

Farhad Moshiri knows that Usmanov will definitely accept this head coach.

……

In Chen Yao's field of vision, there was a shining badge.

[Personality Charm] (Silver)

Description: This personality charm always makes you so charming.

Effect: The first impression of strangers on you is +15%, the effect of improving your relationship with others is increased by 20%, and your persuasiveness to others is increased by 25%.
The moment he walked into the conference room, Chen Yao realized that this badge he had obtained long ago might play an unexpected role.

If his guess is correct, Arsenal has no other head coach candidates at this time.

The interview just now was just a qualification test, not a selection test.

As long as his performance meets the expectations of all parties involved, Kroenke has no reason not to choose himself.

And since he entered the door, [Personality Charm] has been exerting a buff effect, constantly improving the perception of several people in the meeting room.

Their first impression of themselves should be good, and the persuasive increase of up to 25%, coupled with their well-prepared presentation, will be very attractive.

The results of the board discussions should be out soon, but now, where should I go?
While I was struggling, my phone vibrated, indicating a new message.

Chen Yao took out his phone and looked at it, his eyes gradually becoming surprised.

……

Meanwhile, in Kroenke's office.

Everyone else has already left. Stan Kroenke arranged Friar and Moxley very well. At this time, these two "outsiders" who are not from Kroenke's family should be on the sunny beach in Los Angeles. Hang out in luxury hotels.

And Gazidis is not there. Now, the old Kroenke is accompanied by his most trusted inner circle: his chief executive and his son.

"Usmanov will accept the offer," said Tim Lewis affirmatively. "Mr. Kroenke, the situation is clear."

"Tim, you also support Chen?"

"I have a good impression of him. He is humble, determined and ambitious. Although I am not a professional footballer, I am also an Arsenal fan. I don't see any problems with his blueprint."

"high recommendation."

"The decision is yours, Mr. Kroenke..."

"What about the rest?"

"Mr. Friar's attitude is very clear. He supports Chen." Tim Lewis turned over the notes in his hand. "Mr. Mossery's attitude is ambiguous, but I analyze that neither he nor Usmanov will be opposed to."

"In order to drop the value of the equity in my hand?" Old Kroenke sneered.

"Josh, I think your attitude—"

"Of course I have no objection, I'm looking forward to it."

"So," Tim Lewis turned his gaze back to old Kroenke, "only Ivan has doubts. Everyone else is supportive."

"Also, Mr. Kroenke, we haven't actually approached other coaches. Considering the conditions we can offer, there are not many options."

Old Kroenke fiddled with the materials in front of him and said, "It seems that I only need to make a decision."

"Yes."

"I don't understand football, but I understand people. And I gave Arsena a promise." Old Kroenke looked at Tim Lewis and said, "Tim, go draft a contract."

"Should I add some flexible clauses?"

"Yes, you can figure it out yourself."

"Ok."

Tim Lewis took note of his boss's request, but Kroenke Sr. had no intention of telling him to leave.

"There's one more thing to keep you here." Old Kroenke said, "Josh, you should have guessed it."

Josh Kroenke sighed helplessly, "Dad, is it still useful for me to say that I don't want to go?"

"It's useless."

"Then what else can I do? Tell me."

"My plan is to take full ownership of Arsenal within five years."

Kroenke Sr. was concise and to the point.

"The brand value of the Premier League has not been fully exploited, but it will only become more and more valuable."

"Josh, I know you like American things, but you have to learn how to play football. England, that's where modern football started."

"You will join Arsenal's board of directors and work in London. You will start to manage our assets from there, complete the acquisition of equity step by step, and then manage other KSE assets."

Having guessed the old Kroenke's intentions a long time ago, Josh Kroenke was not very surprised. He just smiled wryly and said, "Father, isn't this a bit more difficult? We only have less than half of Arsenal's shares, but You want me to make Arsenal boom and eat up other shares... and I don't know football."

"Tim will go with you - Tim, do you mind going to London to live for a few years?" Old Kroenke ignored his son's complaints.

"I've been an Arsenal fan since I was a kid, with all my heart, sir."

"Very good." Old Kroenke waved his hand. Josh Kroenke rolled his eyes and swallowed all his complaints back.

How much he wants to stay in his hometown and run the Denver Nuggets, the NBA, the entertainment league, and he can make money no matter what.

Adding difficulty can also manage the Rams. The Kroenke family has long wanted to bring it to Los Angeles, and they have planned a grand plan to build one of the most modern arenas in the world in South Los Angeles.

But the difficulty has been increased to the extreme. He has to start from Arsenal and complete his accumulation...

There must be a way for the car to reach the mountain, Josh Kroenke comforted himself, at worst, he would come back after spending a few years in London.

If there is something to do, let old Tim deal with it. Josh glanced at Tim Lewis. This guy is capable, has a good temper, and likes football. He is the main employee of the work.

"Finally." Kroenke said, "Go to contact Arsene and tell him that I hope he becomes the chairman of the Arsenal club. Although it is of an honorary nature."

"Ah?" Tim Lewis was also stunned, did he make a decision so quickly?

"Hey." The old and cunning Stan Kroenke showed a sly smile on his old face, "It's good for us."

……

"Mariana, what a coincidence."

On the streets of Los Angeles, outside the Musso & Frank Grill restaurant, Chen Yao saw Meng Qinghe.

When he received the positioning from Meng Qinghe, he just lamented that it was such a coincidence.

Now is the off-season in the middle of the year, and Meng Qinghe's work will indeed be more leisurely during the summer vacation, but it is still too fateful to meet him in Los Angeles.

However, on the way to Hollywood, Chen Yao gradually discovered something unusual.

Could such a coincidence really happen?
All of Arsenal's top management gathered in Los Angeles, and Meng Qinghe is not unrelated to the club. As the financial supervision representative of the Arsenal Fans Trust, is her arrival really just a coincidence?
Without time to think about it, Meng Qinghe had already held his arm with a smile on his face.

Today's Meng Qinghe put on some light makeup, his long hair was blown slightly fluffy, and it smelled a little sweet.

She was no longer wearing business attire, but an elegant black dress with soft texture, slender waist and radiant look.

"Don't tell me you just happened to be here for vacation." Chen Yao straightened his clothes and walked into the restaurant with Meng Qinghe.

"It's really a coincidence."

"I do not believe……"

"Hmph, you'll know."

Meng Qinghe brought him to a table, where two people were sitting and cutting filet mignon and drinking martinis.

"These are the friends I made in the program. They're interested in getting to know you."

(End of this chapter)