My light shines on Arsenal

Chapter 82 Loyalty and Temptation

London, in the evening, the lights are on.

Chen Yao came to the door of an elegant restaurant, walked back and forth a few steps, and took a deep breath.

David Dane.

Of course he knew the name, but he didn't expect that he and he would meet so soon.

After the phone call during the day, Dane sent him an address and time.

Chen Yao couldn't see through David Dane, but there might not be many people in the world who could see through him.

Dane is a natural business genius, a top negotiator and operator.

He was vice-chairman of Arsenal, FA and G14.

Although the titles are all deputy positions, Dane is the mastermind behind the scenes of rich businessmen, stars and coaches.

Single-handedly pushed the Premier League to break away from the shackles of the Football Association, selected Wenger and created Arsenal's most glorious era in the new century, secretly brought together the top European giants G14 to try to establish a separate company...

None of these things can be done by ordinary people, and it involves countless complicated interests.

But David Dein did it. He was like a top broker, moving through the aging bureaucracy, greedy emerging capital, and stars and coaches who were essentially just playthings, stirring up the storm.

David Dein left Arsenal four years ago, but that doesn't mean his influence has diminished.

He's still well-connected, his son Darren is raking in his dad's resources, and Dane's wit and talent never go out of style.

What is the purpose of such a person looking for him?

As a lover of Arsenal, Chen Yao certainly has some affection for Dane.

But he also knows that this is an old fox, and I am afraid that he cannot treat him as a simple football lover.

"Hey, are you Chen Yao?"

A man in his thirties frowned and looked at this oriental face, standing behind Chen Yao with his arms folded.

"Ah? You are..."

"I'm Darren, Darren Dayne. My father's already here. Come on in."

After finishing speaking, Darren Dane looked at Chen Yao curiously, turned around and led the way, and walked into the restaurant.

When Darren opened the door of a private room, Chen Yao saw the once all-powerful David Dein in person for the first time.

Gray hair, thin build, twinkling eyes, and a professional smile.

David Dane waved to Chen Yao and said, "Hello, Chen. I'm David. I should have introduced myself. This is Darren - I believe you guys know each other."

Darren Dane unbuttoned his clothes and nodded.

"This is a private banquet and has nothing to do with other people." David Dane sipped the tea in his cup.

"Mr. Dane, nice to meet you." Chen Yao greeted politely without saying much.

"I have a deep friendship with Arsène. Originally, I should have had a nice drink with him. But there are some things that I just want to talk to you about."

David Dane knocked on the table thoughtfully, and said, "Chen, this is your first time as a coach in the first team, right? Arsene values ​​you very much."

"Yes, Mr. Dane. I appreciate it."

"Excellent performance, especially in the last Champions League. Chen, maybe you don't understand, but I know that your performance has shocked some important people."

"My... my pleasure."

"You know, the world of football is a business world. People always need a sport to consume their time, passion and... money. Moreover, football is a cultural symbol, which also makes it something that touches people's hearts. .”

Dane continued, "So, that makes football clubs an excellent investment. It just so happens that I know a few people who have a strong interest in it, and some who are already in the game. But, you Do you know what they're missing?"

"Mr Dane, I think any club needs good hardware and good players."

"Yes, yes, of course they need these. However, the number of players who can stand on the professional field is limited, and every day, a large number of young people join this game, not only from Europe, but also from America and even Africa. A lot of land."

"So, unless it's an amazingly talented player, most clubs have room for talent. They don't have a shortage of talent. And the modern training system is reducing the number of unique talents and replacing them with standardized ones' Talent', so they don't really lack players, they just lack talent."

Dane smiled, "Actually, what they are longing for is excellent coaches. If you take a closer look at the professional coaches in the five major leagues for so many years, you will find that they are just the same people over and over again. Only excellent coaches can invest in them." Maximize the value of people’s assets, gain profits, and increase the value of assets.”

"There is no investor who does not desire such a coach: he can discover young talents, help them grow rapidly, and ultimately increase their value ten to twenty times. At the same time, he can lead the team to win championships and bring huge brand value."

"But such coaches are extremely rare, because the growth of an excellent coach is more difficult and demanding than that of players. However, there are always such prospects, and there are always people who are willing to gamble."

Dane turned his gaze to Chen Yao, with a sly gleam in his eyes.

"And you, Chen, frankly speaking, you have shown your potential. Some investors commissioned relevant institutions to conduct research on you. We investigated your performance in the youth team and also evaluated your performance this season, including Player transfers, playmaking, coaching and leadership... there are some flaws, admittedly, but overall it's flawless and it's amazing."

Chen Yao's heart was pounding, he probably understood what David Dane was going to talk to him about.

"I was co-owner and vice-chairman of Arsenal, so of course I don't want you to be poached."

David Dane smiled, "At the same time, some people inside the club are quite curious about you. And some people outside the club have also entrusted me to have some informal and private contacts with you."

Chen Yao sat up straight involuntarily, he knew that the conversation was about to get to the point.

"Then." Dane leaned forward and stared at Chen Yao, his gaze was fixed, as if he wanted to see through the heart of others.

"Can you tell me? What do you think of your future? Please don't tell me tricks. What I want to hear is your true thoughts."

Dane waved his hand again, and said with a smile: "However, don't be nervous. I just represent some potential intentions, and I am not in a hurry to ask you to make a decision. However, your answer will affect many things..."

Chen Yao felt a little thirsty. Dane and his son were a pair of old foxes, and Chen Yao absolutely believed that this was definitely more than just a "casual chat" dinner.

Obviously, his performance has attracted some people's attention.David Dane's hint was obvious.

It won't be a big club, he's sure of that.

It is impossible for any wealthy club to have a cerebral hemorrhage and come to hand over the head coaching position to a 27-year-old, inexperienced coach like himself.

But there must be club investors willing to gamble on themselves.

It could be a team at the end of the top flight, or it could be a team aspiring to upgrade from the second division.

It is difficult for them to find top coaches, and the coaches who are mixed in the second-tier leagues often have only conservative talents and cannot lead the team to complete the counterattack.

At the same time, David Dane also most likely represents some doubts within the club.On the one hand, they wonder whether their true abilities are worth entrusting, and on the other hand, they are also worried about their choices.

No one wants to be passive.

Moreover, Chen Yao understands that the Arsenal club is not monolithic.

　The second update, ah, ah, ah, I am so stupid, the first time I put it on the shelf, my hands trembled and I sent it in the wrong order
　　
　
(End of this chapter)