"Hi Chris, it's great to hear from you. I just passed my medical at Arsenal, and the official signing ceremony will be tomorrow. I saw in the reports that you've already reported to the national team? Of course, congratulations on winning both the Champions League and the Champions League Golden Boot, making you a true Champions League double champion."
Lei Ming laughed after receiving a call from Cristiano Ronaldo.
The Portuguese captain is very responsible. Even though he knew he hadn't been called up, he still called to comfort him, and that alone is enough.
Lei Ming has accepted that he hasn't been called up to the national team yet. It can only be said that his performance is still not good enough and he still can't impress that old guy Santos. He can't blame anyone else for this.
He could only wait patiently for an opportunity, train himself diligently, and strive to gain the other party's attention next time.
"Impressive! I know the professor's physical examination is very strict. It's amazing that you passed the test so quickly. Although we couldn't work together in the qualifiers this time, don't be discouraged. As long as you perform well, the door to the national team will always be open for you."
"Yes, I understand. Don't worry, Chris. Although I'm upset about not being selected, I've gotten over it. I'll cheer you on from the TV. I won't be there in person, since I have travel plans. I can only cheer you on from the sidelines."
"Ha, you little rascal, let's have a good drink together later, bye."
"bye!"
After Lei Ming hung up the phone, Paul stood up for Lei Ming, feeling indignant on his behalf.
"Chris's call? Looks like he's afraid you're upset! And that old man Santos, you've already won the Ligue 1 Golden Glove, and he still hasn't called you. It's incomprehensible. Lyon's Anthony Lopez went, but you didn't. It's just not fair."
Every time Monaco and Lyon meet, they thrash each other like sieves. The difference in the performances of the two goalkeepers is obvious. Anyway, Paul is furious. This damn coach must be disgusted by Reming's skin color.
There had been rumors for a long time that this old man had racist tendencies, and now it seems that it is absolutely true.
"It's Ronaldo, just like you thought. It doesn't matter. Not going is a good opportunity for him to rest and relax. Anyway, I think with this lineup, he should have no problem playing in the qualifiers. As for the Confederations Cup, that's a bit hard to say."
This summer will be a nightmare for many clubs, especially some of the big teams, because they have so many national team players!
Are you sure you want to buy this house?
Despite having just passed Arsenal's trial and medical examination, and with the team yet to officially announce Reming's signing, he has already eagerly taken Paul to find a villa he likes, with the help of Arsenal staff.
Although he has never had high requirements for his accommodation, he didn't want to stay in the team's dormitory this season, so he found a house outside.
Because the house was an internal property of Arsenal, the price given to the player was practically a giveaway, making it a very good deal. Lei Ming readily chose one as his future home in London.
This house is a small three-story villa, well-decorated, with a large yard and a swimming pool. You can practice your ball skills on the grass when you have free time, and relax in the pool when you're tired. The house faces south, so it gets plenty of sunlight.
He was quite satisfied with the house, so he had Paul confirm the location and proceed with the handover procedures with the staff.
While Paul was talking to the other person, Lei Ming watched alone in the room.
Overall, the house doesn't need much alteration; the layout is quite good. Apart from being a bit dusty, it's just missing some essential furniture. Of course, the most crucial thing is that the yard also needs to be repaired.
The next day, under Paul's arrangement, the house was transformed by a team of housekeepers. As some of the purchased appliances were moved in, the empty house gradually came to life.
That evening, the two celebrated together in their new home. Smoke rose from the chimney in the yard as they had a barbecue and hot pot.
"clang!"
The moment the two beer bottles collided, both men beamed with the brightest smiles.
Once upon a time, they could only drink cheap beer together in a dark and dirty little room, eating peanuts as snacks. But now things are different. They have finally turned their lives around and embarked on the path they had always dreamed of.
Become a star player and agent, and make a fortune.
They can drink expensive wines, eat whatever they want, play with the women they want, and live in the big houses they want.
"Ray, you drink less, I'll drink more for you. You have your first press conference since arriving at Arsenal tomorrow, don't embarrass me!"
Paul, blushing, snatched the bottle of wine that Lei Ming had just opened.
"Ha, alright, I won't embarrass you. You drink more, I'll just have a soft drink, okay?"
The two ate very late, chatting and eating as they talked about the hardships of the past and their plans for the future.
The next day.
At Arsenal's new player launch event, Lei Ming and Lacazette attended the meeting together under the guidance of manager Wenger.
In front of numerous media outlets, Professor Wenger signed the signing contracts with the two players and presented them with jerseys that had been prepared beforehand, number 1 and number 9 jerseys.
Lei Ming and Lacazette each held up their jerseys and smiled in front of the reporters for them to take pictures. This process lasted for about a minute before it finally ended.
Soon, the press conference reached the part that reporters were most looking forward to: the Q&A session.
"Professor, do you feel that these two transfer fees, each worth 100 million pounds, are too overpriced? After all, you have never invested more than 40 million pounds in any player before."
Unexpectedly, the first media outlet designated by the speaker raised such a sharp question, and the colleagues present were clearly satisfied with this young man's nitpicking skills.
But at the same time, Lei Ming and Lacazette were also very interested in hearing what the professor would say.
Throughout the entire discussion, Wenger's expression remained unchanged. He picked up the microphone and placed it in front of him, saying, "First of all, I want to clarify that times are changing, and Arsenal has never stopped changing. I personally determined both transfer fees. If I felt the premium was too high, of course I wouldn't do something so foolish."
"On the contrary, I think Arsenal has made a huge profit."
"For $65 million, we've acquired a goalkeeper who will dominate the next decade. Do you think I'd be sad?"
"45 million brought in an efficient center, why shouldn't I be happy?"
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