Chapter 19 The Agent

Norwich media showered Zhao Gang with every conceivable praise.

Farke, watching the overwhelming coverage, felt both joy and worry.

In his four-year coaching career at Norwich, he had never seen a player receive such adulation.

And he was only 18, his mind not yet mature, and he could easily get lost in it all.

Countless talents in the football world have fallen by the wayside because of this kind of forced growth.

Farke had never trained such a genius, and he didn't even know how to guide Zhao Gang.

"I need to find someone, someone who is willing to reuse young people and knows how to train talented players." Farke knew that Zhao Gang would not stay at Norwich in the future.

He had already attracted the attention of some teams.

Several offers from La Liga and the Bundesliga were already on his desk.

But the head coaches of those teams were not to Farke's liking.

Farke hoped that Zhao Gang could stay, but Norwich was not worthy of such a player, and neither was he, the head coach, worthy of such a genius.

All he could do was lead Zhao Gang to find the most suitable team and the most suitable head coach.

"If he had a good agent..." When Farke thought of agents, the first person that came to mind was Mendes.

But Mendes was too high-profile, with countless famous players under his wing, and it would be difficult for him to focus his energy on a young man in the Championship.

Worry!

When he saw Brooke's report, he worried even more.

"Europa League, here we come!"

Brooke was extremely煽动性, creating a dream for Norwich fans.

But it pushed him, the head coach, into the abyss.

Zhao Gang's god-like existence masked all the team's shortcomings.

Although the team was constantly winning, there were too few reserves in each position, and in fact, the starters in each position were not strong enough.

Apart from Wright, Phillip, and the injured striker Shiro, it was basically difficult for the remaining positions to gain a foothold in the Premier League.

They relied on a whole and a high degree of unity and execution to achieve this situation.

And it all started with Zhao Gang's debut!

That young man changed the team's mental outlook and gave all the players confidence!

He gave these people an illusion that we can win, we can win against all opponents!

Only Farke knew that the team still had many hidden dangers.

At the same time, the Dragon Kingdom's fans finally celebrated the New Year!

"Perfect striker, zero-degree angle goal!"

"Eighteen-year-old genius striker leads Norwich to their first European victory!"

"Relegation team Norwich wins five consecutive games in all competitions, all because they have a Dragon Kingdom striker!"

The Sports Daily even gave Zhao Gang a front page.

All the media realized one thing, this teenager would soon become a top star.

Although he was only in the Championship for the time being, the scarcity of European players, coupled with the Europa League, gave him the potential to become a top star.

Especially his debut in the Europa League, where he contributed two goals and one assist!

Zhao Gang was not yet aware of the Dragon Kingdom's affairs, and his parents did not tell him either, because they did not want to affect Zhao Gang.

This kind of early fame is worthy of pride and self-confidence, but it will definitely make Zhao Gang complacent and arrogant, which is not conducive to his growth.

The Norwich team took a day off, and after gathering for training again, they could see the players' happy faces.

Especially Ospina, who was particularly excited, not only scored a goal, but also because that goal was passed by Zhao Gang!

After the training, Farke took Zhao Gang directly to the office.

The people in the office surprised Zhao Gang slightly.

The smile was very warm, and the big bald head was particularly conspicuous.

He also knew this person in his previous life, but the other party did not know him.

Pere Guardiola, his brother is even more famous, Josep Guardiola. The creator of the Barcelona dream dynasty.

Now, he has arrived at the Blue Moon Manchester City.

Pere laughed and took the initiative to extend his hand. Zhao Gang was still a little surprised. Although Pere was not the top agent, he was quite famous and had a wide network of contacts because of Josep Guardiola and because he had arranged for Suarez to join Barcelona.

How could he come? And shake hands so proactively?

The two shook hands, and Pere directly stated why he had come, "Farke contacted me through my friend, and he explained your situation.

Yesterday I watched your performance. I think I should sign you and become your agent."

Zhao Gang looked at Farke.

He was a little moved.

Farke, as the Norwich coach, actually used his connections to help him contact Pere!

What is the difference between this kind of behavior and betraying Norwich?

With Pere, it definitely won't be long before Zhao Gang will transfer and leave!

This is a huge loss for Norwich, for Farke himself, and for all the fans.

Although without Pere, Zhao Gang would most likely leave in the end, but that was Zhao Gang's own choice.

Farke's actions were tantamount to making a choice for Zhao Gang, taking the initiative to pave the way for Zhao Gang and leave Norwich!

If the management or fans knew about this, it would definitely cause a huge uproar!

"Zhao, we haven't known each other for long, but you are a genius born for football. People who love football will hope to see you realize your talent and become the most dazzling superstar on the green field! I am no exception.

I am a competent coach, but I am not good enough. I can't take you to a higher level." Farke's sincere words touched Zhao Gang deeply.

In his previous life, his family spent a lot of money to let him play football.

He also spent a lot of money to be able to play.

In the Dragon Kingdom, it is not new to spend money on coaches to buy a position.

Farke not only took the initiative to admit his shortcomings and hoped that Zhao Gang could achieve higher achievements, but also used his connections to contact the most suitable agent for Zhao Gang.

The gap in football is not only reflected in the players, but also in everyone in the system.

"Thank you, coach!" Zhao Gang hugged Farke, and Farke patted him on the shoulder, "I hope that this season, you can stay at Norwich and show yourself to the fullest!"

"I will." Zhao Gang made a promise.

Next, Pere and Zhao Gang carefully discussed the details of the contract.

Pere had not seen Zhao Gang play live, but he had seen the game video.

He already knew almost everything about Zhao Gang's level.

As long as such a young man is well-trained, he will definitely become a superstar.

The key is that he has a huge football market behind him.

The Dragon Kingdom's efforts for several generations have not produced a real superstar.

The fans are probably thirsty for stars.

If Zhao Gang can maintain this state, I believe he will soon become famous in the Dragon Kingdom.

Pere naturally saw this too.

This is also one of the reasons why he is willing to come here.

Pere's contract was quite sincere. He would be responsible for all of Zhao Gang's transfer matters and the negotiation of wages and bonuses, and would only charge 15% of the transfer fee.

All advertising endorsements and commercial contracts would be contacted and operated by him, and 10% would be deducted.

And one thing, which was very considerate of Zhao Gang, was that for all commercial plans in the Dragon Kingdom, Pere allowed Zhao Gang to recruit his own other brokerage team. He would offer opinions, but would never interfere in the operation.

Of course, if Zhao Gang wanted him to operate, he would not refuse.

"Farke is a really good person, but you are not suitable to stay at Norwich. Since you have promised to stay for this season, I will not encourage you to leave. From now on, I will choose the next club for you.

This club will not only have European qualifications, but also guarantee your playing time.

Your shortcomings are too obvious, your dribbling is almost 0, your passing choices are not very good, and your defense is even more non-existent. In fact, I really wanted to introduce you to my brother, but he needs a striker with excellent foot skills and good defensive ability. You are not suitable at all..."

Farke smiled wryly, Pere was spot on. In fact, any professional agent would consider these issues.

"But this is not your problem, I understand that this has a lot to do with your country! I will help you find the most suitable person to train you and let you improve quickly, as long as you are willing to work hard!"

Manchester City has this kind of trainer, dribbling, passing, Guardiola knows this best.

"I also learned from Farke that some teams want to pay the liquidated damages to take you away. You don't need to worry about these things, just show yourself on the court.

If other teams directly send people to contact you, you don't need to respond, I will help you with everything except what happens on the field."

"Remember, it's everything except on the field. No matter what happens, you can contact me!"

Zhao Gang nodded, really特么professional.

Very good.

Pere's meaning was obvious, at your age, you are likely to attract some unnecessary trouble, such as women, such as other temptations or slanders.

And I can help you with all of this.

What Zhao Gang didn't expect was that Pere did a big thing that afternoon.

He directly contacted the Norwich management.

Raise wages! Change the contract!

It must be changed!

Although Zhao Gang had a two-and-a-half-year contract with Norwich, the liquidated damages were too low.

As long as Zhao Gang agreed, if a team was willing to spend two million, Zhao Gang could leave Norwich!

Now, let alone two million, I am afraid that people will be snapping up him for less than ten million.

Zhao Gang's age represents unlimited possibilities in the future.

The management was puzzled. Zhao Gang was unfamiliar with the place. A Dragon Kingdom person who had just come to Norwich didn't even have an agent. How could he contact an agent of Pere's level?

After thinking about it, they could only think that Pere had noticed Zhao Gang!

There was no other possibility!

Helpless, they could only sign a new contract, setting the liquidated damages at 10 million pounds and changing the weekly salary to 30,000 pounds.

This is already a real top salary in the Championship!

Farke was a little melancholy. He had thought about building a brand-new lineup around Zhao Gang. Even if he couldn't be promoted to the Premier League this season, he would definitely be able to complete it next season!

However, he should never delay Zhao Gang.

He couldn't become a stumbling block on Zhao Gang's road to success because of his own selfishness.

"One season. One season is enough." Farke clenched his fists. Zhao Gang had promised him that he would stay. He should do something big this season!

Promote to the Premier League?

Not only that, Norwich has a bigger stage!