The Godfather of Greenery

Chapter 226 Digging Mourinho's Foot
Every time he walks into the Dragon Stadium, Jose Mourinho has a very special feeling.

As the head coach of Porto, he has won the love of the fans, as well as the support and trust of the board of directors and management, but every time he walks into the Dragon Stadium, he will have a very inexplicable feeling, a little scared, a little hated, a little envious ,Very complicated.

He believes that he will never forget that on the night of March 2001, 3, at the Dragon Stadium, he was sitting in the stands, full of hesitation and apprehension, waiting for a player in Portuguese football who could spark a sensation with every move. The emergence of powerful figures of the great earthquake.

At that time, he came down from the position of head coach of Benfica. It was very miserable. He no longer had the high spirits when he left Barcelona, ​​because he found that coaching a team, especially the Portuguese giants, was not An easy thing, but very difficult, he completely lost confidence.

But that night, at the Dragon Stadium, he noticed a person, Ajax's head coach Ye Qiu!
At that time, Ye Qiu also encountered a crisis of trust, but it was obvious that many Dutch fans supported him, and the live TV shots were frequently shown on him, so that he often appeared on the big screen of the stadium. He just led Ajax Slaughter opponents 9:0, known as playing the most beautiful offensive football, leading Ajax in the Eredivisie, Dutch Cup and UEFA Cup go hand in hand.

Although many people rumored that he would be fired by Ajax, more people believed that he would not leave because he was good enough.

That year, Mourinho was 38 years old and Ye Qiu was 24 years old, but the former looked at this so-called genius who was loved by the Dutch fans in the stands and respected by the Dutch internationals in the stadium with a very envious, even jealous look. magician.

After that game, he finally met the person he wanted to see.

The chairman of Porto, Nuno Pinto da Costa, is a pivotal figure in Portuguese football.

Because he worked as Robson's translator for several years in Porto, Mourinho knew him. This time he deliberately waited for him here, because he knew that Porto was also changing coaches.

No one knows how influential Nuno Pinto da Costa is in Portuguese football, because those who know will not say, but it can be seen from one point that a few years ago, the little-known The little man Jorge Mendes, in a blink of an eye, has achieved the level of being able to compete with Portugal's number one agent Vega.

Anyone who knows the inside story knows that the agent Vega, who used to own Figo, Rui Costa and many other famous Portuguese players, was not liked by Da Costa, so Mendes replaced him, and through Da Costa's relationship, Mendes got the agency rights of Brazilian football agent Figel in Portugal and Spain.

This is a character who can shake the Portuguese football world by stomping his feet.

However, at that meeting, Da Costa was obviously not prepared to give the young man a chance, but he did not dampen Mourinho's confidence and fighting spirit, "One day, you will definitely become the head coach of Porto, but not for the time being. Next, Arvika, Leiria, two clubs, you choose one!"

"Don't despair, Jose, as long as you work hard there, the day of coaching Porto will definitely come!"

So, just like that, Mourinho took charge of Leiria and performed well there, and then he heard Da Costa's call, came to Porto, and led the team to the treble last season, This made him very proud.

You know, the year Ye Qiu led Ajax to win the UEFA Cup, he missed in the league, but Mourinho did it, won the treble, he felt that he surpassed Ye Qiu in that year , he can do a better job than Ye Qiu.

But it was at this time that Ye Qiu led Ajax to win the Triple Crown, the Champions League, the Eredivisie and the Dutch Cup. This made Mourinho's Triple Crown no one paid attention to, and the whole of Europe praised it He praised Ye Qiu's miracles, but the peak year of Mourinho's life was not taken seriously by anyone.

Da Costa said a very simple sentence to him, "Like that Chinese, keep your ambition!"

Perhaps because of all the past, every time he walks into the Dragon Stadium, he will feel a kind of pressure, an uncomfortable feeling, and in his heart, he is also very clear that one day, sooner or later, he must To escape from here, from the shadow of da Costa.

But now, his wings are not strong enough, he still needs to wait and be patient!
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Jorge Mendes was waiting for him downstairs in the office. When he saw Mourinho, he immediately waved to him.

For this agent who replaced his old friend Vega, Mourinho didn't like it very much at first, but after taking charge of Porto, Vega couldn't help him, so he could only be forced to choose Mendes. , this Portuguese is very capable in doing things. Slowly, Mourinho can't do without him a little bit, but forgets Vega who is gradually declining.

"What does the old man want from me?" Mourinho was a little reluctant to see Da Costa.

Not only him, I believe that Jorge Mendes is also the same. The rise of this upstart Portuguese agent is also inseparable from the support and help of Da Costa. No one wants to always be in contact with such a person, especially when When this person is still very strong.

Mendes shook his head helplessly, "He wants to know about the situation of the team."

"Is there a problem?" Mourinho frowned. While talking, the two of them did not forget to walk upstairs.

Mendes shook his head and sighed, "No problem. Postiga went to Tottenham Hotspur with 750 million euros. The old man plans to keep the money, so I want to hear your opinion."

"How can this work?" Mourinho didn't dare to speak loudly, but he was very firm. "It's agreed, let Postiga go and introduce McCarthy from La Liga Celta. He forgot?"

Benny McCarthy, Ajax developed South Africa, an excellent product after forming Ajax in Cape Town. After playing in Ajax for two years, he switched to La Liga Celta Vigo for 99 million euros in 600. La Liga did not perform well. When Mourinho just took over Porto, he came on loan from Celta Vigo and scored 11 goals in 12 games. He was one of Mourinho's biggest contributors to saving the team. It is also a center that Mourinho admires very much.

In the previous agreement, Mourinho agreed to sell Postiga in exchange for the introduction of Benny McCarthy, who is not reused in Celta Vigo and has a lower price. Unexpectedly, now Da Costa But you want to go back on your word?
"You know, the new Dragon Stadium is about to be completed, and the team's cash flow is not very flexible, so the old man wants to ask your opinion. You know, he has agreed to introduce Bosin from Boavista. It's broken."

Mourinho listened and didn't speak for a long time. Of course Mendes knew that the rift between this young coach who had finally regained his self-confidence and gradually became more and more arrogant, and Da Costa was getting bigger and bigger. Shrewd, he knew very well that this might not be a bad thing, at least for him.

Walking into Da Costa's office, what you can feel is a kind of stubbornness unique to the elderly. The furnishings are very simple, but they are blunt. As long as he likes, everything must be placed, even if the style is completely different. , even if it looks a little crowded, he doesn't care, who dares to say it doesn't look good?

"Jose, Jorge, come, sit!" Da Costa looked up from behind the desk.

Mendes made a smiling face, secretly pushed Mourinho gently, and walked in front of Da Costa, and the two sat down together. Only then did they realize that Da Costa was in front of him. There is an A4 fax paper, which makes Mourinho instinctively feel bad, because he has an ominous premonition.

Seeing Mourinho looking at this fax paper, Da Costa smiled and handed it in front of him, "Chelsea, an upstart from the Premier League, that young Chinese has a big appetite and wants to swallow it all at once. Get rid of both of me!"

After saying this, both Mourinho and Mendes' hearts jumped, and their two big heads immediately came together to read the fax paper.

I have to say that Chelsea offered good terms, 2000 million euros for Deco and Carvalho.

"No, absolutely not!" Mourinho shook his head vigorously. At this time, he felt that if he didn't stop it, the Porto he had built with great difficulty would fall apart.

At this moment, he had already forgotten that he was going to fight for McCarthy and Bosingwa. He just remembered that Deco and Carvalho must not give it. If they did, Porto would be finished, completely finished.

It was also at this moment that he really had the urge to pick up a knife and stab Ye Qiu to death.

"Don't worry, Jose, speak slowly, discuss slowly!" Da Costa smiled to appease the head coach.

Unexpectedly, Mourinho shook his head vigorously, "No, Mr. Chairman, I am very aware of their importance to the team. They must never be sold. My team cannot do without these two core players!"

When he said this, Da Costa's face froze immediately, especially when he said "my team" to Mourinho, he felt harsh and uncomfortable. When did Porto become Mourinho's ball? Team?

Mendes is good at observing words and expressions. He quickly pulled Mourinho's trousers secretly. The latter also immediately realized that he had made a mistake. In front of the possessive Da Costa, he said that Porto was his own ball. Team, isn't that a ban?

"Mr. Coach, I hope you understand that the team is currently raising funds for the construction of a new stadium. We still have a gap in the funds for the new stadium. Let's sell these two players and I will introduce McCarthy!" Dakos Ta said with a sullen face.

Mourinho was also a little angry and wanted to refute, but at this moment, Mendes took the lead, "Mr. Chairman, it's hard to find a good central defender now, and I paid attention, Real Madrid, Barcelona, ​​AC Milan Juventus, Manchester United, Arsenal and other teams all lack good central defenders, and in a year or two, the veterans of Juventus will also retire, and there will be a shortage of central defenders, which are in high demand!"

As soon as Mendes said this, Da Costa thought about it carefully, and then thought about the current lineup of the European giants. He had to admit that there are indeed very few good central defenders. I heard that Ajax They all called Lucio a price of 3000 million euros, so one can imagine how tight the central defender is.

Of course, teams like them have to pay attention to rare goods and live in them. They have to study and study the market, and they must have enough foresight. Which players are easy to depreciate in their hands, and which players have great potential for appreciation. These are what they should consider. Otherwise, how to maximize the benefits?

Over the past year, Porto has also introduced a lot of central defenders. Da Costa has already had this aspect of foresight before. Now that Mendes has reminded him, he has become more sober, and paid 2000 million for these two players. , It is indeed low, especially in the position of central defender, it should be mentioned again.

It's up to you to buy or not, but I've called out the price, and the player's value will naturally rise. If someone is interested in the player in the future, it's embarrassing to ask for a lower price than this.

"Well, I'll give Chelsea back the price. Carvalho's worth is 2500 million. As for Deco..." Deco is the core midfielder in Porto today, and he performed very well, but he didn't get any achievements or honors. , but the strength is very good.

"It can't be lower than Carvalho!" Mendes added.

Da Costa laughed after hearing this, and as soon as they changed hands, the value of the two players doubled. This Mendes was eye-catching enough and reacted quickly enough, "Then I will leave this matter to you, remember, Carvalho's price is relatively tight, as for Deco, you can figure it out yourself!"

"Understood!" Mendez nodded in agreement.

Da Costa looked at Mourinho with a worried face, and asked Mendes, "How is the transfer of Benny McCarthy and Bosingwa going?"

"It's almost done. Bosingwa has agreed to join. If Benny McCarthy, as long as you agree, the deal can be made at any time!"

Da Costa listened, nodded and said: "Then get the money from Chelsea to buy it!"

In this way, the matter was finalized, and Chelsea had to sell at least one of the two people they liked.

Walking out of Da Costa's office, Mourinho's face was still very depressed, and he had an urge to bite.

"Who made us have no status or influence?" Mendes smiled wryly and shook his head, "Look at Ye Qiu, who went to the Premier League at a young age, and got a benefactor, 3 million euros, my Oh my god, you can buy whoever you want, and do whatever you want, without having to suffer from this birdishness!"

Gritting his teeth, Mourinho clenched his fist and said, "Sooner or later, I will avenge my revenge!"

Mendes didn't know whether Mourinho was talking about Da Costa's revenge or Ye Qiu's poaching revenge, but he didn't care, and smiled, "That will have to wait until you become famous. Now, choose one of the two." , tell me!"

Mourinho looked at Mendes, and suddenly felt a sense of fatigue. He really wanted to let him choose, "Deco!"

"Are you sure?" Deco is the core player of Porto, so he sold it like this?
Mourinho nodded, "I can save the midfield, but the defense can't do without Carvalho."

Mendes nodded, "Then I'll try my best. Carvalho's price will increase a little more. If Chelsea really wants someone, I'm sorry, but I can't help you either." After finishing speaking, Mendes patted Mu Rinho's shoulder, turned and left.

After Mourinho sent Mendes away, he glanced at Da Costa's office viciously and left.

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"What did you say?"

Not long after, in London, Ye Qiu received news from Porto.

"3500 million euros?" He wanted to laugh when he heard the news, "Have Porto been crazy about money?"

A Carvalho sells for 3500 million?
I don't know if Ye Qiu is stupid or the other party is stupid!
Whoever takes this money to buy Carvalho is a fool!

Carvalho's performance in the UEFA Cup and the Portuguese League last season was quite satisfactory. Even after he joined Chelsea, his performance in the first two years was not satisfactory. It was only after he gradually matured and accumulated experience that he showed his full potential. As for strength, as for Carvalho's current value of 3500 million euros, Ye Qiu doesn't have this problem.

"They have no intention of negotiating on the issue of Carvalho at all!" Eliza, as the operator entrusted by Ye Qiu, shook her head and smiled wryly, "And now they are spreading news everywhere, boasting that Carvalho is like a flower Like flowers, this is the starting price to do."

This is also the usual practice of European clubs. Most player transfers are handled through agents, such as making some contacts, or negotiating with the opposing club. In this kind of matter, Eliza does not need to come forward in person. She It's all handed over to the company's people.

You know, now Eliza's company has a good reputation in Europe. Many clubs know about them and think that they are different from those agents who sold players and let them go after the transfer. Professional ethics, the most important thing is not short-term commission income, and can often achieve a four-way balance between players, agents and the two clubs.

This is undoubtedly a miracle in the field of brokers, but the business is also rising steadily.

Ye Qiu thought for a while, "What about Deke?"

"Deco's price is easier to negotiate. They made an offer of 2000 million euros, but I rejected it. Afterwards, they continued to negotiate. The price was deadlocked at around 1500 million, but I have a hunch that around 1200 million can be won. !"

Ye Qiu suddenly felt that the world was crazy. Deco was worth 1200 million, but Carvalho was worth 3500 million. What's the matter?

"It is reported that the European giants are preparing to strengthen their defenses, so there is a shortage of central defenders. There are only a few good central defenders. Lucio and Keivu are currently the most concerned about the giants. The other is Woodgate. Porto obviously want to focus on keeping Carvalho."

Ye Qiu thought for a while, "Then let's talk about Deco first, and I'll think about it later. If it really doesn't work, I don't want Carvalho!"

It wasn't that he couldn't afford the money, but that Ye Qiu felt useless. He knew it wasn't worth the price, but he still wanted to take the initiative to get slaughtered by others. Ye Qiu couldn't bear the pain.

Furthermore, Carvalho is good, but it doesn't mean Ye Qiu can't do without him. With 3500 million euros to introduce such a little-known central defender, Ye Qiu can imagine that he will definitely be drowned by the fans' saliva. Just like Real Madrid introduced Pepe for 3000 million euros back then.

And it should be noted that Porto at that time sold Pepe after selling many high-priced stars in a row. Now Porto does not have much background at all, even the main center Postiga who has just switched to Tottenham Hotspur. It was only sold for 750 million euros, if Ye Qiu brought in Carvalho for 3500 million, Ye Qiu would feel crazy!

Thinking of this, Ye Qiu couldn't help but move the introduction of the central defender away from Carvalho and put it on another person.

(End of this chapter)