Chapter 1

Two magpies hopped on the treetops.

Dewdrops clung to the green moss in the cracks of the mottled red bricks.

Paparazzi reporters, who had been painstakingly guarding Li Kang’s scandals for a season, finally reaped the fruits of their labor.

"Woodward came to London in person?"

"Spread the word, Manchester United is preparing to sign Arsenal's two hundred million man!"

"Okay, Manchester United is signing Arsenal's two hundred million man, official announcement immediately!"

The Bayer Group's medical staff poured a cup of tea for the Manchester United CEO, whose hairline was receding, and his entourage.

Woodward sniffed, a little unaccustomed to the ozone smell of the hospital.

Although this guy was always dawdling, he didn't exchange pleasantries for too long this time.

He cut straight to the chase.

"Manchester United has the most proud central axis in the Premier League."

"Li and Pogba will become the most terrifying midfield duo on the planet."

"The two hundred million man and the one hundred million man join forces..."

"Um... Is Li seriously injured? Why are there so many people in white coats here?"

The little assistant shook his head, then nodded.

"The Bayer Group is very concerned about Li's injury..."

Bayer Group and Leverkusen could still get a 5-10% tiered fee from Li Kang's second transfer, almost moving Leverkusen's hospital over.

Hearing this sentence.

Woodward frowned.

His transfer operations were always known for being slow, so he hesitated and said, "I hope to follow the usual procedure, go through the normal process, Li comes to Manchester United for a medical examination, and then finalize the specific transfer details... Or wait until he recovers from his injury, and then come to Manchester United's Carrington base to observe."

Hesitating.

Woodward's dragging style gave Manchester United the nickname "Price-Raising United."

Although it looked "resolute and vigorous" in the past two years, his recruitment team actually observed each new player for up to half a year.

The little assistant shook his head.

The other party's meaning... isn't it a trial?

A two hundred million man trial.

A Treble-winning commander trial.

Sigh, understandable.

For superstars, is Manchester United only left with the function of "raising prices"?

"I'm sorry."

A moment later.

The Manchester United team left the red brick villa.

The paparazzi reporters frantically pressed the shutter of their cameras.

"Wilde and Woodward had a very pleasant conversation, what a friendly hug and handshake!"

"Look at their expressions and demeanor, this matter is 100% settled."

"Quick, tell the news to the newspaper!"

At 10:30 in the morning.

The Sun released a blockbuster news: "Agreement Reached: Li Kang Transfers to Manchester United!"

When the paparazzi were preparing to change shifts and rest.

Another business car drove into the yard.

"Begiristain!"

"Manchester City's sporting director!"

"Spread the word, Manchester City is going to intercept the deal!"

Begiristain looked tired, he had just flown from Monaco to London.

That's right.

Manchester City had signed two super strong reinforcements from the "Dark Horse Supermarket" in this summer window: B席 (B-Silva), Mendy!

According to Guardiola, these two are important pieces of the puzzle.

"Respected Mr. Wilde, long time no see."

"The weather in London is really annoying."

"Monaco's tomato tuna is excellent, as is the onion pizza."

"I almost forgot, teacher Cruyff asked me to pass on a few books to Li."

"Yes, yes, Cruyff brought me to Barcelona back then, your grandfather still remembers my goal in the Champions League? Is he a Bayern fan?"

"Manchester City continues part of the teacher's football philosophy."

"..."

After exchanging pleasantries for a long time.

Begiristain adjusted his sitting posture and finally got to the point.

"Manchester City is willing to wait for Li to recover from his injury, we have enough patience for such a super genius."

"He will enjoy Guardiola's tactical system very much."

"He will become a quasi-ball king level superstar on the defensive line at the Sky Blues."

"He will become the 20th person to change football history."

"Do you know Facchetti of Inter Milan? He was the pioneer of the defensive revolution in football last century, Li will become this century's..."

"But there is a small problem we have to talk about, salary, you know, no Premier League club can give a full-back or defensive midfielder top salary..."

"Manchester City is not short of money, but the club's salary structure is one of the important means of maintaining stability."

In the end.

Begiristain left with a regretful expression.

The little assistant sighed: From the top Premier League salary to a salary at the same level as Bellerin, who can accept this gap?

When the paparazzi saw the Manchester City team leaving.

They couldn't wait to pass the news and photos back to the newspaper.

"Able to talk for three hours? They must be finalizing the details!"

"Spread the word, Li is going to join Manchester City!"

At 1:30 in the afternoon.

The Sun released another blockbuster news: "Stealing the Show, Manchester City Strongly Signs Li Kang."

Two super bombs fell into the quagmire of North London.

Islington fans were furious after seeing the news reports.

Arsenal is going to sell the two hundred million man?

The Treble-winning core that restored the Gunners' glory and dreams... is going to be sold?

This is even more infuriating than the transfers of Van Persie and Fabregas.

No.

It's more infuriating than having your wife stolen!

Hatred of stealing a wife!

Soon, a group of extremist fan organizations gathered at the Arsenal office building, shouting madly.

Bang bang bang!

Large and small stones smashed the glass doors and windows.

"Call the police!"

"Call the police quickly!"

Robert was panicked.

He didn't expect Islington fans to have a stronger attacking desire than Barcelona fans!

A staff member next to him said: "Mr. Robert, the club requires you to settle this matter..."

The gust of wind drilled through the broken windows, blowing up a thick stack of quotation faxes on the desk.

At dusk.

Li Kang and his little assistant boarded the super yacht "Eclipse."

The two seemed to be in a sea steel palace.

"Ms. Skaya, are you saying that Abromovich's private yacht is equipped with a laser protection system? Anti-missile system?"

"Is this an aquarium?"

"My god! The Royal Navy!"

"Are those helicopter pilots?"

"What? Nine decks? And a hundred guest rooms? What is that? A football field!"

"Uncle! Did you retire from the Navy SEALs?"

"A luxurious sea manor!"

"I almost thought I was filming a movie."

The little assistant, like Grandma Liu visiting the Grand View Garden, was curious about everything on the super yacht, secretly guessing the value of each item and the salary of each staff member.

Li Kang smiled, his material desires were not high.

Ms. Skaya patiently introduced the two, like a tour guide.

Her attitude proved: Abromovich was not in a hurry.

After all, he had waited for a season...

After a long time.

The group came to a living room.

Abramovich excitedly greeted them.

"Li, I've finally waited for you."

"You can get everything at Chelsea."

The little assistant twitched the corner of his mouth, they haven't started talking yet!

Why does the Chelsea boss think that Li will definitely join Chelsea?

Can injuries wait?

Can they give the top Premier League salary... it seems they really can.

Far away in Madrid.

Diego Costa stopped at the Espino training base.

He grabbed his assistant, Cardoso.

And brought the phone screen to the other party's eyes.

"Quickly let Mendes think of a way, I don't fucking want to leave Chelsea anymore!"