Super Marshal

The Dorchester Hotel is located on the east side of Hyde Park and is famous because Churchill met Eisenhower here during World War II.

The Alan Ducasse restaurant in the hotel is one of the most prestigious restaurants in London.

Here, guests can leisurely enjoy the delicious food provided by the restaurant, while admiring the beautiful scenery of Hyde Park without dead ends, which is an irresistible temptation for anyone.

At lunch time, Gao Han met the long-legendary Abramovich for the first time in the luxurious box of the Alan Ducasse restaurant, accompanied by his agent Jorge Mendes.

The Russian rich man did not come alone. He brought his friend Pini Zahavi, investment consultant Kesh Harris, right-hand man Marina Granovskia, and helped him acquire the team. ***Bruce Barker.

A group of people enjoyed lunch in the restaurant in the box, taking advantage of the beautiful scenery of Hyde Park outside the window.

From the first meeting, Abramovich gave Gao Han the feeling that he was like a polite British gentleman.

But as Mendez said before, he has been deliberately hiding his seductive aura.

Every Russian oligarch was born out of the sea of ​​swords and guns, and they are all powerful factions who are decisive and decisive.

It is said that when Abramovich decided to acquire Chelsea, it only took 20 minutes to negotiate, which shows his courage, but because of his haste, many details were not handled well, and former Chelsea chairman Betts secretly cheated a handful.

For example, Chelsea can only play in the UEFA Cup in the new season, the sudden transfer of Hasselbaink and Glenshall, and besides the debt of 80 million pounds, Chelsea is said to have a hidden debt.

But as Mendes said, in the Premier League, which is good at playing with capital operations, this kind of thing is too common.

What's more, for a rich man of Abramovich's level, it is not a problem at all.

"Mr. Gao Han, I believe that Jorge should have mentioned the specific things to you. Please rest assured that the management and I will unconditionally support your coaching in the team, and you will be fully responsible for the team's transfer operations. , and other people assist from the side."

Abramovich promised loudly and to his face.

This reassured Gao Han, "Thank you."

"It's almost July now, and I'd like to know, do you have any specific ideas?"

When Abramovich asked, several other people in the box immediately looked over.

"Of course." Gao Han nodded, "I have a preliminary understanding of the team's situation. I hope to streamline the team's current lineup, and then introduce targeted reinforcements to improve the team's strength."

Abramovich nodded, "How do you plan to deal with the stars in the team?"

As soon as the Russian finished speaking, Marina Granovskia, who was sitting next to him, took the initiative to take over, "What Roman means is that players like Zola, Desailly, and Petit are all veterans of the team. He is also a famous star in Europe, should we try our best to keep him?"

Gao Han understood what he meant, Abramovich wanted to build a star-studded team, similar to Real Madrid, all of them were stars, so he wanted to keep these old stars.

But this is obviously not in line with Gao Han's idea of ​​​​building a team.

"I don't think so." Gao Han shook his head politely, "I think what we need is a competitive team."

After a pause, Gao Han saw that Abramovich and others had nothing to say, so he continued.

"In the past few years, I believe everyone is familiar with the situation of Chelsea. The introduction of many balloon stars and veterans from the European continent has indeed helped Chelsea a lot, but the problem is also serious, because we all know that veterans, although experienced Rich, but it is difficult to maintain level and form throughout the season in such a competitive Premier League."

"We Chinese have an old saying that soldiers are more expensive than elites, so my idea is to streamline the team lineup, send away players who do not meet the team's development in the next two years, and introduce high-level players at the same time. , to improve the competitiveness of the team in the shortest possible time to meet the requirements of the Premier League and European competitions in the new season."

Although Gao Han's words conflicted with Abramovich's thoughts, they were still reasonable.

After hearing this, the Russian didn't think much about it, and just nodded in agreement.

"Then what do you think of Shevchenko and Henry?"

Gao Han smiled slightly, "They are all the top scorers in the world, and it is difficult for any head coach to refuse."

The Russian smiled slightly, "I am very familiar with Shevchenko. If I invite him to Chelsea, there should be no problem. As for Henry..."

"I can test Arsenal's intentions." Pini Zahavi volunteered.

Gao Han looked at the two people in front of him, nodded and smiled and said, "I think it's hard to convince Arsenal to let Henry go. As for Shevchenko...Frankly speaking, after a serious injury last season, I am very disappointed." Doubt he will be able to return to the top."

In fact, even in the Champions League final, Ancelotti chose Inzaghi instead of Shevchenko.

And it turns out that Inzaghi's performance throughout the season is indeed better than Shevchenko.

With Shevchenko's technical characteristics, injuries have a great impact on him, and the characteristics of the Premier League and Serie A are completely different. Gao Han is a little worried. Even if Shevchenko is willing to transfer, I am afraid that it will be difficult for him to come to the Premier League. Reproduce the style of Serie A.

Of course, at his level, he is a superstar wherever he goes.

Abramovich heard Gao Han's subtext, "Then what do you mean?"

"Instead of spending time on superstars, it is better to introduce capable and easier-to-operate players to avoid repeating the mistakes of Real Madrid last season."

During the summer transfer period of last season, Real Madrid focused all their attention on Ronaldo and ignored the signings of the midfield and defense, which directly led to the team's poor performance throughout the season.

Finally, during the winter break, Woodgate was introduced, and the team's performance stabilized. However, in the end, the England central defender was a glass man. He was injured in the Madrid derby and ended up ruining the entire season.

Even at the beginning of this season, it is still unknown whether he can make a smooth comeback.

Abramovich attached great importance to Gao Hanzheng, and after listening to it, he didn't object, so he nodded and agreed on the spot.

"Okay, the operation of the transfer market this summer is fully entrusted to you, and all of us will listen to you."

As soon as the boss made a statement, everyone else followed suit.

"Then don't worry, I guarantee that Chelsea will become the most competitive team in the Premier League in the new season."

"Haha, good, I never doubt your strength!"

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"His ambition is really great."

On the way back to the Ritz Hotel after leaving the Dorchester Hotel, Gao Han shook his head and smiled wryly.

"You have to have the star lineup of Real Madrid and the results of Atletico Madrid..."

Gao Han sighed softly, "How can there be such a good thing in the world?"

Mendes was driving in the driver's seat, and laughed after hearing it: "Didn't he also listen to you in the end?"

Gao Han nodded, Abramovich was indeed resigned.

"By the way, Pini Zahavi just handed me a list of players, take a look when you have time."

Mendes pointed to a dark document in the back row, "He and Abramovich are good friends. The latter will come to the Premier League to buy the team. It is his suggestion. He is very good to Abramovich. Influence, if you can..."

Mendes didn't finish his sentence, but the meaning was clear.

Pini Zahavi is an agent, and his purpose is very simple, he wants to make money.

Chelsea signed a lot of signings. If he didn't let him get a share, it would be unjustifiable anyway.

Judging from his influence on Abramovich, it is best not to offend such a person easily, and to appease him if he can.

"I understand, let me look back." Gao Han nodded.

Mendes also understands Gao Han, "You should understand that this is London, and Chelsea is not Atletico Madrid. Even, to a certain extent, this is the working environment of a normal European head coach."

Gao Han understands.

European professional football is like a vanity fair, with all kinds of interest demands mixed, there are players, agents, management, investors, fans...

As the head coach of the team, it can be said that it is the focus of almost all interest demands.

This requires the head coach to fully consider the interests of all parties, so that the situation can be stabilized, and the team can play in a stable environment and atmosphere to exert their strongest strength.

"Is there anything I can do for you?" Mendes asked concerned.

With great power comes great responsibility.

Now almost the entire reconstruction and revival of Chelsea is under the pressure of Gao Han. Although the power is great, the pressure is equally astonishing.

Gao Han thought for a while, "The team's right back needs to be recruited, so help me go to Portugal."

"Paul Ferreira?" Mendes immediately thought of the player.

Gao Han has been paying attention to Paulo Ferreira for two or three years. Since he was in Setubal, Mendes introduced him to Gao Han, but because of Dario Srna and Roberto, Gao Han Ferreira was not introduced.

Last summer, Ferreira moved from Setubal to Porto and performed very well. He successfully helped Porto win the Portuguese Super League Championship and the UEFA Cup. The progress is very obvious.

Therefore, Gao Han meant to bring him to Stamford Bridge.

Mendes is Ferreira's agent, and he believes that as long as the money is given, Porto will not have a big problem.

Chelsea's right-back is a pit, Gao Han hopes Ferreira can fill it.

"Okay, I'll do it right away." As long as it is a profitable business, Mendes runs faster than anyone else.

Gao Han thought for a while, "I plan to go back to Madrid, and you can arrange it for me by the way."

"Atletico Madrid?"

"Well, and, I plan to meet with Aragones."

As a newcomer, Gao Han felt that the team still needs players he is familiar with to be able to use them smoothly. Therefore, it is inevitable to go to Atletico Madrid to introduce players.

Anyway, Atletico Madrid needs to sell the players in exchange for cash. Instead of selling them to others, it is better to simply sell them to Gao Han.

At the very least, Gao Han must pay enough for the transfer fee.

As for the meeting with Aragones, Gao Han wanted to talk to him about the future of a player.

I just hope this old man won't be too stubborn!