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Chapter 167 Huo Village's Miracle Salary Increase

(The third is asking for a monthly ticket. Brothers, look! There is a great god in front, and we still need 15 tickets for him...)
On the second day after accepting Jia Lei’s interview, Karlsruhe defeated Dresden at home in the league. Federik and Ferez each scored a goal. In this game, Li Huan was closely marked by the opponent and failed to score. Balls and assists.It was a relatively mediocre performance since the start of the game, but this is only compared with his original radiant situation. In fact, his defense was very good in the game. The opponent did not get a single chance, and he also attracted This is also an important reason for Dresden's failure.

On the second day of vacation, Watts came to Li Huan's residence with a bottle of red wine. Li Huan was a little surprised by Watts' arrival, because Watts told him that he was working hard to get the FIFA agent qualification certificate recently. .

Now that the two of them are very familiar with each other, Li Huan didn't give him any courtesy, and said, "Watz, what's the matter?"

Watts said happily: "There are a few things I want to tell you. I was afraid of affecting your game yesterday and the day before yesterday, so I came today."

Li Huan said: "It's good news from your expression."

Watts put down the red wine, sat on the sofa, and said with a smile: "Yes, Li Huan, congratulations, you have conquered the fans and the club in just 11 games in Karlsruhe, William called me yesterday and said yes I want to modify the contract, mainly to increase your annual salary."

Watts thought that Li Huan would be very happy, but he didn't expect that Li Huan was not happy at all. He asked puzzledly, "Don't you want to raise your salary?"

Li Huan said: "Who doesn't want a salary increase, but I think it's too early."

Watts said: "Yeah, the contract has just been signed for less than five months. This is the first time I have encountered this situation. However, combined with Karlsruhe's economic situation, it is very possible for them to do so."

Li Huan handed Watts a cup of Pu'er. His agent took several packs from him, but he still wanted tea when he came to him. "Tell me in detail."

"Karlsruhe's economic situation has been bad. The last time it relied on Mayor Seiler's face to attract EnBW's sponsorship. After Seiler stepped down, EnBW also reduced its investment. They mainly invested in For Bayern, the last warm-up match between Bayern and Karlsruhe was played by EnBW. In recent years, the youth academy in Karlsruhe has been relatively good, relying on selling players and supporters, just like you showed If you are so outstanding, they may think that they cannot keep you, so they plan to revise your contract and increase your annual salary substantially, so that you are embarrassed to disagree with them to extend your contract period, so that they can buy from other clubs. You can sell it at a good price." Watts said easily, he has been in German football for many years, and the club's tricks can't be hidden from his eyes.

Li Huan said lightly: "How do you see this matter?"

Watts habitually took out a pen and paper and explained one by one on the coffee table, saying: "Naturally, we also have to consider our own interests. First of all, in terms of your strength, naturally you can't be in Karlsruhe all the time. Stay, if Karlsruhe can advance to the Bundesliga, then you can continue to stay in Karlsruhe for one more season, after a year of adaptation, then consider the call of Bayern, Stuttgart and other giants. If Karlsruhe cannot play If you enter the Bundesliga, you must leave, and you can't waste time and money in the Bundesliga. I think even if you don't want to leave Karlsruhe, you will be sold."

Li Huan nodded again and again. Watts' analysis was very organized and clear. As far as the profession of an agent is concerned, he is competent.

Watts took a sip of tea and continued: "Karlsruhe has provided a lot of help to your growth, and helping them win a higher transfer fee is also repaying their affection for you. So they gave us It is in the interests of both you and the club to increase the salary and extend the contract period, of course we have to accept it,"

Li Huan smiled slightly, raised his teacup, and said, "It's also in your interest, right, Mr. Watts."

Watts was not embarrassed, and said: "Yes, our interests are the same now, and I can get greater benefits only if you become famous. Li Huan, don't worry, I will not harm your interests. The Germans are doing it. In business and work, you will be careful, but you will be absolutely serious and take care of quality, which is well-known all over the world."

Li Huan said with a smile: "I trust you to leave it to you, otherwise I have many choices now."

Watts quickly raised his cup and said, "Thank you for your trust. I will use the fastest way to make you the most famous and richest star in the Bundesliga."

Li Huan laughed and said, "You don't need to be the fastest, just seize every opportunity."

Watts showed admiration and said: "This is the first time I have seen a young but stable player like you."

Li Huan said with a smile: "Stop flattering, what else is there?"

Watts thought for a while and said: "I will go to the club to discuss the annual salary and contract period. Now there is one more thing to discuss with you?"

Li Huan said: "Whatever it is, just say it."

Watts said: "You were interviewed by a Chinese female reporter the day before yesterday. I think some of the things you said in the interview were inappropriate."

Li Huan said lightly: "Why?"

Watts said: "Your remarks are likely to anger your Football Association officials and the head coach of the national team. There is no problem with your ability to join the German team, but it is a bit too much for you to express it in this way, and I think these things should be resolved in private."

Li Huan couldn't laugh or cry when he heard it. Watts actually thought that he complained to the reporter because the national team didn't call him. In fact, he didn't want to join the current national team at all. The national team is exactly the same as the current one, and it was also eliminated without qualifying for the World Cup group.This also led to the largest anti-crime betting in the history of Chinese football. Of course, he didn't want to go into this muddy water, and he might fall into it if he was not careful.He still understands the reason why a gentleman should not stand under a dangerous wall.What he said to Jia Lei was actually intentional.As a time traveler, he has an advantage that no one in this world has, that is, he can know everything that will happen in advance.

Of course Li Huan couldn't say it out loud, so he said patiently, "Then what do you think?"

Watts said as tactfully as possible: "Joining the national team is a win-win for you and the Chinese national team. Now many Chinese companies call me and want to find you to endorse their products, but there are not many real big companies and famous brand companies in China. It’s because your domestic influence is still a little bit small. If you can become a national player, I think it will increase your advertising value a lot. A well-known sporting goods company in your country called me, meaning that if you endorse Their products, they can help you enter the national team. The Chinese team and the German team will play in Hamburg in a few days. This is a great opportunity to be famous, and I think you should strive to join.”

Li Huan said without thinking, "Mr. Watts, let's forget about it. I don't want to join the national team for the time being. If they want to ask me to speak for them, they can do it. If they don't, let it go. I'm not in such a hurry to make a lot of money."

Watts was stunned, and said: "Why? Why don't you want to join the national team?" This incident really made the German puzzled. Even in Europe, patriotism is very important. Countries like the Netherlands and France that advocate individual freedom, Playing for the country is also the dream of the vast majority of players, but in China, where collectivism has always been absolutely prevailing, there are people who are unwilling to play for the country, which is simply a fantasy.

Li Huan said lightly: "You don't need to know the reason, but I will think about it when the time is right."

Watts said if he had realized something: "Now the Chinese national team has no chance to participate in a major competition like the World Cup. You don't want to waste time on friendly matches and commercial competitions, and prepare for the league with all your strength. Well, this is also a very good choice. Now the country The team didn’t call you, and it’s good to play well in the league. When you become more famous, your domestic fans will naturally put more pressure on the Football Association and the coach. At that time, it will be logical for you to join the national team.”

Li Huan didn't want to explain too much to him, so he nodded and said, "Well, that's what I mean."

Watts hesitated for a moment, and then said: "Now that your reputation is getting bigger and bigger, there must be more and more reporters wanting to interview you. I think you should be cautious when interviewing, and this will waste your time and money." Energy, I think I should arrange this matter for you, decide which reporters to interview you at what time, instead of letting them directly harass you and disturb your rest. There are more and more fans about you, I'm looking for someone to deal with your relationship with the fans."

Although Li Huan likes the feeling of being interviewed freely, he also feels that what Watts said is very reasonable. As his reputation is getting bigger and bigger, there must be more and more reporters interviewing him. He really doesn't have the energy to deal with so many reporters and The fans nodded and said: "No problem, you can handle it, but if our domestic reporters interview me, you'd better inform me."

Watts thought that Li Huan was referring to that beautiful female reporter. Everything about his employer was excellent, but he was too romantic. He had only been in Germany for a long time, and there were at least three or four women who had relations with him. : "Don't worry, I will make special arrangements for that reporter Jia's interview."

Li Huan was a little dumbfounded. He didn't expect Watts to think that he liked that female reporter. He laughed and said, "No special arrangements are needed. I didn't refer to her in particular. I'm talking about all domestic reporters."

"Okay, okay, I understand." Watts nodded again and again, but he decided in his heart that Li Huan wanted to take care of the female reporter.

(End of this chapter)