"Damn it, thank goodness Blackburn played well, otherwise we would have been overtaken by Manchester United."
In Li Shiguang's office, Simone spat out a curse.
Just now.
The match between Blackburn Rovers and Manchester United at Blackburn Rovers' home ground has ended in a 1-1 draw.
Like Leeds United.
Manchester United also failed to win the game.
The top two spots in the Premier League standings remain unchanged.
Leeds United lead the table with 84 points, followed closely by Manchester United with 83 points.
"Boss, it seems your prediction was right. The champion will most likely be decided in the final round when we play Manchester United at home." Simeone took a sip of water, stood up from the sofa, and prepared to leave work.
“Not just the league.” Rivaldo shook his head. “The second leg between Manchester United and Barcelona is in three days. If we can beat Chelsea, they might be our opponent in the Champions League final.”
"Ferreira, I can tell you really hate Barcelona." Simeone rolled his eyes. "Your old club isn't weak, are you really that sure Manchester United can beat them?"
“I don’t hate them,” Rivaldo said calmly. “It’s just normal analysis. You can see from their game against Schalke 04 that Barcelona has already reached the end of their rope this season.”
“Yes, Ferreira is right.” Li Shiguang also stood up from the sofa. He remembered the result of the Manchester United vs. Barcelona match; Manchester United had indeed won. “Let’s see how Rijkaard arranges his troops… But against Ferguson… I don’t think no matter how he arranges his troops, he won’t get a good result at Old Trafford…”
The three of them chatted casually as they walked out of the office.
When they reached the stairwell, Simone and Rivaldo went downstairs, ready to go home after get off work. Li Shiguang didn't go with them; instead, he turned a corner and went into Allen's office.
Allen was still working hard in his office.
If we're talking about who works the hardest at Leeds United, it's undoubtedly Allen. Besides team training, Allen handles everything else, big and small.
That's why Li Shiguang thought of bringing Rijkaard over to help Allen relieve some of his work pressure.
Throughout the club.
Only Li Shiguang and Simone didn't need to knock when entering Allen's office.
Li Shiguang doesn't need it, but Simone is... shameless.
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I heard the door open.
Allen immediately looked up and, seeing that it was Li Shiguang, put down his work and stood up from behind his desk: "Boss, what brings you here? Is there something you need?"
Li Shiguang leaned back on the sofa and looked at Allen, who ran to get him water, and stopped him, saying, "I have something to do, no need to get water, I'll leave after I finish speaking."
Allen didn't stand on ceremony. He put down his water glass and sat down, waiting for Li Shiguang to start talking.
"Two things. First, the Champions League semi-final between Manchester United and Barcelona is in a few days. If Barcelona loses, contact Rijkaard immediately and finalize things with him as soon as possible."
“Okay.” Allen nodded, keeping it in mind.
“The second thing.” At this point, a familiar smirk crept onto Li Shiguang’s lips. “The Cristiano matter has dragged on for so long, I think it’s time to give Ferguson a piece of his mind.”
"Boss, what do you mean?" Allen asked, somewhat confused.
"Make an offer! Make an offer to Manchester United immediately after the match between Manchester United and Barcelona!"
Upon hearing the word "quote" from Li Shiguang, Allen's expression became somewhat excited.
Just like Li Shiguang just said.
The boss really spent far too long preparing to bring in Cristiano.
Allen was aware of the entire process.
Since last year's Champions League final, Li Shiguang has been preparing to bring in the Portuguese player. During this period, he secured the signings of Florentino Pérez, Jorge Mendes, and even Cristiano Ronaldo's family.
Li Shiguang also spoke with Cristiano privately, although the player himself has not yet explicitly agreed to join Leeds United.
But we've already come this far.
It's time to unsheathe our swords!
Allen suppressed his excitement and looked at Li Shiguang: "Boss, so, is the price as you said before?"
“It depends on the situation.” Li Shiguang rubbed his chin with his fingers. “If Manchester United wins, we’ll make the offer of 85 million euros as previously agreed! If Manchester United doesn’t win, we’ll offer 80 million euros. Don’t forget to find two media outlets and leak this news.”
Li Shiguang was long past the age of living frugally.
Leeds United is no longer the Leeds United of the past. For the current Leeds United, they must continue their black market business and make their name resound in the world of football!
Buying Cristiano Ronaldo is undoubtedly a sure-fire way to make money.
Li Shiguang had no intention of going back on his word for this deal.
If you want the Portuguese to become the world's most valuable person, then you have to make him the world's most valuable person.
This would give Ronaldo a sense of accomplishment, and it would also be a publicity stunt for Leeds United.
After all, which player or fan wouldn't like a club that can pay such a high transfer fee and still achieve results?
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Wednesday at 8:45 PM.
The second leg of the 2007-2008 UEFA Champions League semi-final between Manchester United and Barcelona kicked off on time at Old Trafford.
Li Shiguang and Rivaldo's predictions were correct.
Just thirteen minutes into the game, Scholes unleashed a powerful shot from outside Barcelona's penalty area, breaching the goal guarded by Valdes and giving Manchester United the lead at Old Trafford!
Today, Rijkaard fielded a front three of Xavi, Deco, Messi, and Eto'o.
But it is quite obvious.
Deco, plagued by injuries this season, has been unable to sustain Barcelona's attack.
Manchester United's attack is fierce again.
The relentless attacks from Ronaldo, Nani, and Berbatov forced Yaya Toure to devote more attention to defense.
Barcelona were unable to break through the defensive midfield line formed by Carrick and Hargreaves, relying solely on Xavi.
Even though Rijkaard brought on Falcao, Henry and Gudjohnsen in the second half to try to strengthen the attack, it had little effect.
It was under these circumstances.
Manchester United held on to their 1-0 lead until the final whistle.
As soon as the three minutes of stoppage time in the second half were up, referee Francisco immediately blew the whistle to end the match.
Manchester United defeated Barcelona 1-0 on aggregate.
For the second consecutive year.
They made it to the final of the European Champions League.
Within two years.
Ferguson led Manchester United to this place for the second time.
They've stormed right up to the Champions League trophy!
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