Chapter 237 Ronaldo Is a Hot Commodity

It was cold weather in Lisbon in December, and a secret meeting was taking place in an inconspicuous cafe.

Martin Ferguson, Alex Ferguson's brother and the head scout of Manchester United Football Club, was telling Mendes about Sir Alex Ferguson's interest in Cristiano Ronaldo.

"Mr. Mendes, I came here with sincerity. Alex has a strong interest in Cristiano Ronaldo!" Martin Ferguson emphasized again that the purpose of his coming to Lisbon was to meet Mendes. Cristiano Arnold Ronaldo's performance in Trapani was not particularly outstanding, but he has shown high potential.

After the injury, he returned in the game against Naples on December 15. After coming on as a substitute, he helped Trapani score a goal. After several months of observation, Martin Ferguson began to suggest an acquisition to Ferguson.

Ferguson was rejected by Hugo in the summer, but this talent really tickled him. With his permission, Martin Ferguson began to take the player's side, and the agent Mendes was naturally a key figures.

However, the meeting did not go well. Mendes seemed not that concerned about Cristiano Ronaldo going to Manchester United.

"I'm very grateful to Sir Alex Ferguson for his appreciation of Ronaldo! But I really have to forgive my inability to do anything about this! Cristiano is very happy in Trapani and he has no plans to leave Trapani for the time being!" Mende Si smiled.

"Mr. Mendes, do you know what you are rejecting?! It's the best club in the world, the famous Manchester United!" Martin Ferguson looked in disbelief.

"Mr. Ferguson, I personally have a very good impression of Manchester United. Similarly, Cristiano can win your favor. This is something that makes us very proud! But Cristiano is really having a good time in Trapani." ! He has a main position in Trapani and has plenty of room for growth..." Mendes crackled, to the effect that there was no need for Ronaldo to go to Manchester United.

Martin Ferguson was helpless. After the game, he had to tell Sir Alex Ferguson that he didn’t want to leave!

"How did you talk to each other?!" Sir Alex Ferguson asked, and Martin Ferguson had to tell the exact story of the secret conversation between the two.

"I can give him what Trapani can give. I can also give him enough playing time. I will teach him carefully. You wait over there and make an appointment with him again. I will have a good talk with him on the phone. Talk!" Sir Alex Ferguson said in a tone that he would never give up until he achieved his goal.

Martin Ferguson had no choice but to ask Mendes again, and Mendes agreed to meet this time. The real reason was that he was tempted.

This is definitely unkind to Hugo. Mendes has heard Hugo say more than once that he will not sell Cristiano Ronaldo, but will keep Ronaldo. He regards Ronaldo as a special player. The cornerstone of Rapani's future.

But Mendes thinks this is a good deal. First of all, Ronaldo can benefit. Zeman is good at training young people. Isn't Ferguson the same? ! With the training of Class 92, Ferguson led this group of young people to sweep across Europe. Couldn't he train Cristiano Ronaldo well? He must even do better than Zeman, and Trapani is a small club after all, following Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo It is easier for Luo to get in touch with the championship and show himself on the highest stage in Europe. Mendes, who knows Trapani's strategy thoroughly, does not believe that Trapani can win the championship in the short term, even if he does not appear in the European war. No chance.

Secondly, this matter is good for him. Not to mention that he can get certain benefits. This is his first business with a European giant. It is good for expanding his reputation among European football clubs.

To sum up the above reasons, Mendes Mingli said how important Cristiano Ronaldo is in Trapani, which is actually sending a signal to Manchester United, look at your chips!

So Martin Ferguson's second invitation was a no-brainer. Martin Ferguson dialed his brother's phone number and handed it to Mendes, gesturing for Mendes to listen.

"Hello, Mr. Mendez, I am Alex Ferguson!"

The Manchester United coach called him personally. Mendes couldn't believe his ears and stammered hello. Sir Alex Ferguson smiled and said: "I know the last conversation between Martin and you was fruitless. This time I want to talk to you in person!"

"I said I must get this kid Cristiano Ronaldo! He is one of the most talented kids I have ever seen and I think he should show himself on a bigger stage instead of Trapani, and I have I have full confidence that I can train him well! He will definitely become the best player of his age!"

"You don't have to worry about his future. I can guarantee you that I will definitely give him plenty of playing time! You don't have to worry about your income either. I will definitely give you a satisfactory explanation!"

Ferguson showed his sincerity. He didn't say much, but he gave a lot of chips. The godfather of such a team always meant what he said. Mendes could foresee that Ferguson would fulfill his promise.

After calming down for a moment, Mendes said: "Sir Ferguson, I am flattered by your appreciation for Cristiano! Thank you very much! I have to say that your invitation is very tempting to me, and I think Cristiano is too. , but Trapani can’t let him go!”

"Haha, I know! I don't know if you know it or not. Half a year ago, I mentioned Cristiano Ronaldo's transfer to Gianluigi Colini, and he refused at that time! So we found you. I think you should have a way, right?!" Ferguson said with a smile on the other end of the phone.

Mendes understood. He didn't know that Manchester United had been interested in Ronaldo for a long time. He didn't know that Manchester United had contacted Hugo as early as the summer, but Hugo didn't tell him. From the side, Hugo should have deliberately concealed him and Ronaldo, which showed that Hugo was not willing to let Ronaldo go.

Then Ferguson meant that he and Ronaldo forced Trapani to abdicate and reached a deal through efforts in this regard. Originally, Mendes thought that Manchester United would use money to impress Trapani. Now it seems that money may not be able to impress Hugo, and he needs to come forward.

"I have a good relationship with Mr. Colini, and this matter is a bit troublesome!" Mendes said embarrassedly.

"But Cristiano Ronaldo is your player. You should think more about him. At his age, you should know what team and what kind of head coach is best for him, right?!"

"Trapani is a small team. Their lineup and head coach are not stable enough. But it's not the case in Manchester United. You should know that no one can shake my position. As long as I am in the team, I can continue to train Cristiano and give him opportunities. But can Trapani do that? Obviously not. It is not difficult for them to change the head coach. The key is that after changing the new coach, will he give him the same opportunity as Zeman? That kind of development is better for Cristiano. You know it, right?!" Ferguson's persuasion is very convincing.

Cristiano Ronaldo is now expected to become Mendes' golden signboard. Mendes naturally hopes that Ronaldo's development will go smoothly and become famous in Europe as soon as possible. A club like Manchester United is a perfect choice.

"I'll try. I can't guarantee that I can convince Mr. Coleman! He attaches great importance to Cristiano, and we can't have a quarrel with them!" Mendes said.

Sir Ferguson was a little disappointed. He hoped that Mendes and Trapani would part ways unpleasantly. In that case, he didn't believe Hugo would force Ronaldo to stay. Generally, a slightly smarter person would not do that.

In any case, today's private chat has made significant progress. Mendes is willing to come forward to do something for Colena.

But is Manchester United the only team interested in Ronaldo? ! Of course not!

Christmas has not yet arrived. Trapani has completed the last game of the winter break and challenged Messina, the island rival. In this game, Trapani took advantage of the victory over Naples in the last round and defeated Messina 3:2. Not only did it reach 24 points and ranked seventh, but the points gap with the top team was also narrowing. The top of the last round was Sampdoria, and this round has been replaced by Triestina, who has accumulated 29 points.

The entire Serie B league is a bit chaotic now. A weak team like Triestina can be ranked at the top of the list, and the points gap between the top half is very small. Several teams with the same points may change at any time. This situation is a good thing for Trapani, whose form in the first half was not very good. The first group of Serie B did not appear. As long as the second half is better, the direct promotion of the league champion is also very likely.

So Trapani's Christmas was not bad. Hugo also announced the bonus to everyone at the Christmas dinner.

Victor also came back on Christmas. He asked Hugo about his loan. Hugo remembered that his brother was still in dire straits. He called Galliani, and Galliani mentioned Ronaldo.

Ronaldo was absent for nearly two months due to injury. In the first half, he played a total of 8 league games, contributed 4 goals and 3 assists. The transcript does not look particularly outstanding, but considering his age of less than 18 years old, this is not easy, and in a defensive country like Italy.