Football: A late bloomer, starting with Leicester City

Chapter 86 Nike’s insincere contract, lucky driver Smith (please vote)

After the game, reports about the game immediately swept the entire football world.

Whether it was the pre-match public opinion of Leicester City facing a new challenge or Van Gaal's pre-match remarks that made the game very popular.

Another reason is that everyone now wants to see how long Leicester City can stay at the top of the standings and when it will be squeezed out.

At the very least, get it off before Christmas, right?

Otherwise, why would fans of other teams have the nerve to continue wandering in the circle?
They all teased and laughed at Leicester City before the season.

"Van Gaal, Van Gaal, you are really unsatisfactory and useless."

"The Dutchman is obviously getting older and his magic is no longer there. I saw that he fell down after the game and the media reported it."

"I'm so damn impressed with this old Dutch guy. No matter in terms of the process or the result, he lost completely. The only thing he won was his words."

"Can't Manchester United count on it? Who should we count on to take down Leicester City now? Cannon fodder Swansea who are about to charge?"

"Swansea probably won't be able to do it. We may have to wait until Mourinho's Chelsea."

"Manchester United has been picked, and I guess Chelsea is not necessarily the same recently. Mourinho is obviously not in form. It is said that Abramovich is already planning to fire him."

"Don't let Leicester City score more points against the Big 6, this is the relegation team before the season."

"Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester City must fight back!"

"..."

The current style of painting seems a bit strange.

Fans of many teams stood on the same front and began to angrily curse Van Gaal and discuss who could stop Leicester City.

After all, no one wants to see Leicester City on their head.

This is the team that was relegated before the season, the team with the worst odds of relegation, a head coach with the highest odds of being fired, and a group of grassroots players!

Keeping them at the top doesn't mean that their team is even more powerful?
Therefore, before Leicester City withdraws from the competition for the top four, maybe big6 fans should unite for a while online.

They all look forward to kicking this grassroots team down as soon as possible, and then start a battle between the wealthy and the upstarts.

While public opinion was swirling outside, Chen Yufeng and Chen Binghua soon ushered in an important day.

On the last day of November, Chen Binghua changed into a straight suit early, dyed his long white hair black again, and dressed up.

Half an hour later, they appeared in a kebab shop in Leicestershire.

"Don't worry, let's see what I do."

Chen Binghua pretended to be confident, which made Chen Yufeng next to him laugh a little.

Yesterday, the head of Nike in the UK called and said that he was very concerned about Chen Yufeng's recent performance and wanted to send him an exclusive endorsement contract. He looked forward to a good cooperation between the two parties.

This made Chen Binghua so excited that he started preparing as soon as he hung up the phone.

This is the first time that my son has received such an endorsement opportunity, and the partner is the famous Nike!

Everyone knows what this means.

Chen Yufeng has now gradually moved closer to the ranks of football stars, and his influence and popularity are gradually increasing.

This feeling makes Chen Binghua, who is still Chen Yufeng's agent, very happy.

He has been supplementing his knowledge as a broker during this time, and with his previous financial and business acumen, these are not difficult.

Ever since he was declined by all three major agents last time, Chen Binghua had been holding back a breath in his heart. He really wanted to fight for his son and make those three short-sighted people regret it one day.

Yes, just one breath.

As long as he is a person, no matter how successful he is, how much experience and vision he has, he is essentially just a person.

It is very normal to have this kind of relatively primitive desire.

Sometimes, it is this primitive human desire that leads to top figures in all walks of life.

Not long after, the negotiator sent by Nike came to the barbecue restaurant, sat here with a smile, and started negotiations with Chen Binghua.

Both sides have their own words, after a brief trial.

The person in charge of Nike, Charles, still shook his head slightly and said with a smile: "It seems that Father Chen is a very smart and experienced agent."

"Then let me get straight to the point. Nike is willing to provide Chen Yufeng with a five-year contract worth 400 million euros, as well as various bonuses. All are negotiable."

Charles went on to say that it seemed that the brand had suffered a loss, "Everyone knows that Chen Yufeng's current salary cannot reach the level of endorsement fees, but we are still optimistic about his attributes in business and other aspects."

"Five-year contract, totaling 400 million euros?"

Chen Binghua repeated it, then frowned slightly, "Is it possible to negotiate? For example, in terms of time length and endorsement fees."

Charles was stunned for a moment, obviously not expecting what he said, and said with a bit of astonishment in his tone, "This is impossible."

In his imagination, when faced with this kind of contract, a 30-year-old player would definitely sign the contract with his eyes closed without any hesitation.

"Chen Yufeng has performed well this year. This is already the most generous contract for a player at this level."

Charles added, slightly threateningly, "If you don't sign, you may not meet him again in the future."

Chen Yufeng and Chen Yufeng looked at each other, as if confirming something, Chen Binghua stood up simply, "Okay, then I think we may not be able to cooperate."

Without any more nonsense, the father and son walked directly towards the door.

"...What are you guys doing?"

Charles was stunned, stood up and turned around, "Don't you think this is very rude? It's so disrespectful."

"You were the first to be disrespectful, Mr. Charles." Chen Binghua turned around and smiled lightly.

"Is 400 million in five years a small amount? Does he ask for a contract like Messi and Ronaldo?"

There was a trace of disgust for greed in Charles's eyes, "I can say clearly that when Nike cooperates with players, they will only discuss it once." "If you can't agree this time, there won't be a second one. The second time.”

"Of course I didn't ask for a contract like Messi and Ronaldo." This time it was Chen Yufeng who turned around, "I just feel that I am not satisfied with the price and I will perform better in the future."

"Since Nike can't trust me and has no sincerity, then of course I have reason to refuse."

"It's okay. Apart from you, there are also Adidas, Reebok, Puma, etc."

"I believe I will find a good partner in the future."

After the words fell, Chen Yufeng and Chen Binghua opened the door and walked out of the barbecue restaurant, leaving only Charles's voice echoing behind them.

"Your pride will only hurt you. They will never give you too high a contract. Do you think Chen Yufeng can still play for many years? Or, does he have the same growth attributes as those young players?"

"If it hadn't been for its recent performance, coupled with its Chinese identity, Nike wouldn't have even offered a contract of more than 250 million!"

Ignoring what was behind them, they quickly got into a taxi outside. Chen Yufeng and Chen Binghua walked towards their rental place again.

"Hey."

Chen Binghua sighed on the road.

"It's okay. The season isn't over yet, and my reputation and influence in all aspects haven't increased yet. There's definitely no rush for this."

This time it was Chen Yufeng who came to comfort Chen Binghua. He smiled slightly and said: "Nike just wants to take advantage of the situation and lock us in their place. It's a small gamble."

"Don't worry, remember what I said? This is just my beginning. It will not be my end or upper limit. I will continue to move up."

"For a long-term contract like this, as long as it doesn't offer a particularly generous salary or a high bonus, you can refuse it directly. You must have the confidence to do so."

Listening to his son's encouraging speech, Chen Binghua felt a little better and the sense of gap was no longer strong. "Really?"

As soon as these words came out, he took a breath and cheered up, "I believe you, don't worry, as long as you open your mouth, I will never sign any junk terms without authorization."

"I'll wait for you to get up."

"Yeah." Chen Yufeng smiled slightly.

"Did you not pay for the meal just now? I ordered a bottle of red wine that costs more than 1000 euros."

Chen Binghua suddenly remembered something.

"It's okay, Nike is rich." Chen Yufeng snickered.

"Okay, now I'll lose a round-trip ticket and a meal."

Chen Binghua's mood improved and he looked radiant again.

"Also, losing a big customer who can make them money is the key." Chen Yufeng was in a good mood and joked.

"Hahahaha." The two laughed together. After the laughter stopped, they fell into deep thought again.

Chen Binghua couldn't help but think, if what Chen Yufeng said was true...

That way, they can take out the anger of everyone they have received along the way.

"Sorry, I just kept hearing you guys talking and couldn't bear to interrupt."

After a moment of silence, the taxi driver in front of the seat suddenly said: "Can you sign your name for me when you get off the bus?"

"Okay." Chen Yufeng smiled: "If you are willing, you can also take a group photo as a gift."

He had seen this kind of thing a lot in Leicestershire.

To be honest, small cities like this sometimes have advantages, especially small cities with top league teams.

All city residents basically know you, like you, and support you. You will often be recognized and loved by them when you walk on the road.

"Hahaha, that would be great."

Perhaps it was his first close contact with Chen Yufeng. The taxi driver quickly started chatting, as if he wanted to chat more with his favorite player.

"In fact, I have supported Leicester City for over 40 years, when the team was still playing football."

"Every week after the coal mine had a holiday, I went to watch football with my co-workers. It was really a vicissitudes of life but also a happy time. I had nothing, but I was just happy."

"After retiring from the coal mine, my pension is enough to support my life, but my wife really wants to go on a round-the-world trip with me in the last moments of her life."

"I can only be forced to drive a car to save money for her, but the progress is really slow. It may take another four or five years. I don't know if I will still be alive by then."

"Now I occasionally buy lottery tickets or something, hoping that I can be the lucky one."

Having said this, a smile appeared on the driver's face, and he turned around and said cheerfully: "I'm not afraid of your jokes. Before the season started, looking at such high odds, I bought Leicester City for [-] euros to win the championship."

"Although that's not possible, I'm still happy to see that the team has been at the top of the table recently."

Chen Yufeng was suddenly startled when he heard this and looked at the driver's face.

This is indeed an old man in his 60s with gray hair. He is actually quite unlucky when driving and is slow all the way.

When they got off the bus at the destination, the driver said that he was not willing to ask for money from Chen Yufeng and Chen Binghua. He was talking about anything. He was very happy to sign autographs and take photos, so he took it as payment.

Chen Yufeng persisted for a while and did not force him. He just said at the final parting time: "Old sir, what is your name?"

"Smith, what's wrong?"

"It's okay. I just think that since you are such a nice person, you will definitely achieve your goal. Pay attention to your health. It won't be too far. Have fun with your wife."

Chen Yufeng left a message with a smile, which made Smith smile immediately.

"Hahaha, it depends on God's will."

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ps: There are two updates a day from Tuesday to Thursday, each update contains more than 3000 words, and the word count remains unchanged at [-].It will look better when the continuity is stronger in the later period, and it will explode for a month starting from Friday.

(End of this chapter)