Chapter 2415 - 610: A Brand New Era

Chapter 2415: Chapter 610: A Brand New Era

Tapped the youth team of Atletico Madrid clean.

Simeone frequently slanders Milan in the newspapers, with a different angle every day.

According to UEFA regulations, it’s indeed not easy to poach players under 18.

But Gagliani and Platini have economic dealings, and Milan’s training environment and future prospects far exceed Atletico Madrid. Except for young players who have been die-hard fans since childhood, everyone knows they should go to Milan to play.

Huang Kaiwen decided to ask Gagliani about the progress in player recruitment.

He found the phone and dialed.

"Adriano, where are you?"

Huang Kaiwen asked.

"I’m on my way to your house."

Gagliani said, panting a bit, seeming to be walking.

Huang Kaiwen then hung up the phone.

In about ten minutes, he waited for Gagliani himself.

Huang Kaiwen poured Gagliani a glass of water, and Gagliani drank it all in one gulp, took several breaths, and then said: "Some players want to leave."

"Milan is not short of players, anyone who wants to leave can go."

Huang Kaiwen said.

"Ibrahimovic personally called me, and Moratti also called."

Gagliani said.

"Zlatan wants to go to Inter Milan?"

Huang Kaiwen asked, somewhat surprised.

Transferring directly to a local rival, that’s unlikely.

Ibrahimovic should be playing quite happily at Milan.

"Not exactly."

Gagliani explained, gesturing: "Inter Milan wants Manchester City’s Aguero, Mancini wants Ibrahimovic, and they said if they can buy Ibrahimovic, they will sell Aguero to Inter Milan."

"What is Zlatan’s attitude?"

Huang Kaiwen asked.

"He expressed that he has won all the championships and wants to seek new challenges."

Gagliani said: "But I feel it has to do with insufficient appearances last season, and also, Manchester City offers a relatively high salary."

"If he wants to go, let him go. We won’t set too many obstacles on the transfer fee, as long as his transfer fee is a bit higher than Aguero’s."

Huang Kaiwen said.

Ibrahimovic was persuaded by him to come to Milan originally.

These years have been quiet with good performances, and it’s normal for him to want to leave now due to less playing time.

However, as a champion player, his value is certainly higher than Aguero’s.

Huang Kaiwen hadn’t expected Aguero to go to Inter Milan.

But Inter has always had a tradition of relying on Argentine players, so it’s not surprising. Perhaps Sannetti handled the player work behind the scenes.

"By the way, have you asked Mr. Wenger yet?"

Huang Kaiwen said.

"Yes, I talked with him. He said there’s no problem as long as you don’t leave. He is still the Arsenal coach and it’s not appropriate for him to intervene in other teams’ affairs."

Gagliani said.

"Then quickly buy out Mr. Wenger’s contract."

Huang Kaiwen said: "Clarify the timeline in the newspaper, tell the fans that Arsenal betrayed Mr. Wenger first, understand what I mean?"

"I understand, I’ll give some money to the London newspapers, to compare Arsenal before and after Wenger. Someone who can build a stadium for the team shouldn’t be treated this way."

Gagliani said.

This is his genuine feeling.

Although Wenger’s results are not outstanding, suppressed by Ferguson and Mourinho.

But looking at his work at Arsenal alone, it’s clear Wenger brought much more than just changes to the team.

Moreover, only one team in Europe without a UEFA Champions League title is still considered a giant club; that’s the impact of Wenger.

He believes under Milan’s financial support, Wenger will certainly achieve good results.

Gagliani poured another glass of water, drank it in one go.

Then said: "Kevin, there are other players wanting to leave."

"You’re not going to tell me about every player who wants to leave, are you, Adriano?" Huang Kaiwen laughed and teased.

"Because this person is rather special."

Gagliani said: "I must discuss it with you before making a decision."

"Who is it?"

Huang Kaiwen asked: "Is it Ricardo or Sergio wanting to transfer?"

"No, no, no, it’s Lionel Messi."

Gagliani said.

"Hmm? Why does he want to transfer?"

Huang Kaiwen asked curiously.

"Because Paris Saint-Germain has offered considerable benefits, mainly those Middle Easterners persuaded his family by giving Messi’s father and sister a large sum of money, promising to give them more money if Messi transfers."

Gagliani said.

"No wonder. What is the player’s intention?"

Huang Kaiwen asked.

"He hasn’t made it clear, but I think he also has the intention to leave."

Gagliani said.

"Then let him go, let those Middle Easterners pay enough. How much are they offering?"

Huang Kaiwen asked.

"250 million Euros."

Gagliani said, somewhat troubled.

Huang Kaiwen stretched out five fingers, saying: "This is the bottom line, they must offer 500 million to take him, and tell them that Manchester City and Inter Milan also want Messi, and after missing this opportunity they won’t have another chance."

"Will they pay that much?"

Gagliani asked.

He doesn’t believe Messi is worth 500 million Euros.

Switching with Huang Kaiwen, probably.

"Adriano, don’t use rational thinking to look at them."

Huang Kaiwen pointed at the kettle on the table, saying: "They earn money from oil as easily as you pouring a cup of water, whether it’s 300 million or 500 million, it’s not a difficult matter. They need influence, need others to see their determination, need good players, and we can meet that, and only Milan can meet that. Do you think Real Madrid would sell C Ronaldo?"

"I understand."

Gagliani nodded and said.

He always unconsciously considers things rationally, after all, 500 million Euros is an astronomical amount.

Liverpool, it’s one of the top clubs in the United Kingdom.

But the newly released 2012 Forbes football club ranking, Liverpool is valued at 6.19 billion dollars, 500 million Euros can almost fully buy a top club.

"As long as you understand."

Huang Kaiwen nodded and said.

"But can they manage through the Financial Fair Play (FFP)?"

Gagliani asked.

Huang Kaiwen laughed, shook his head, and said: "How not? FFP itself was made to target clubs without money. They can casually provide some substantial sponsorship, making things seem plausible, and if UEFA presses further, they’ll sue UEFA. Do you believe UEFA’s legal team would be stronger than the oil magnates’ legal team?"

If not for Yellow Ball King, FFP victims would have been the Northern Trio.

PSG’s recruitment can even postpone FFP review by a year.

"I understand, I’ll handle it."

Gagliani said.

Later, Gagliani called Huang Kaiwen.

His asking price was higher than Huang Kaiwen’s suggested price.

Yet the oil magnates still agreed.

Huang Kaiwen then realized he was undervalued.

Once details are settled, Milan will have a huge influx of money.

Milan is Milan, whoever leaves or stays, as long as Mr. Huang is here, Milan remains the best team in football, bar none.

At 8 p.m., Milan’s official website updated with an announcement, stating: "After discussions with Arsenal Football Club, we have bought out Arsene Wenger’s contract for 9 million British Pounds. Wenger will sign a 3+1 contract with Milan as the team’s new coach for the upcoming season. The entire club is very excited about the new head coach, everyone knows Arsene has immense talent, believing he will lead the team into a new era."