Football feast, starting from the acquisition of European clubs

Chapter 437 Don't Ask If You Shouldn't Ask

London, Chelsea Club, in the CEO's office, Peter Kenyon and Ancelotti were relatively silent.

"Peter, didn't the FA have no reaction before, why did they suddenly make such a big move now?"

Ancelotti looked at Peter Kenyon with a puzzled expression.Everything was going very smoothly at first, but the situation changed suddenly overnight.

"According to the information I got, one is because the FA is worried that it will have a bad impact on the image of the Premier League, which will hinder their promotion to the world."

"The other one is that Ferguson came forward to lobby the top management of the FA, prompting them to quickly stop all this."

After all, Peter Kenyon is a veteran who has been in English football for many years. He was once the CEO of Manchester United. He has a wide network and is well-informed.

"Ferguson? This is a matter between Chelsea and Crystal Palace. What does it have to do with him? Besides, the loss of Crystal Palace is also a good thing for Manchester United, right?"

Ancelotti couldn't figure out why Ferguson would do this. Isn't this detrimental to others?
"Ahem, I don't know about this either. I'm afraid only Ferguson knows the specific reason."

Peter Kenyon shook his head with a wry smile. His contacts are not omnipotent, and he can't find out some secrets that only a few people know.

"Peter, it seems that we still have to rely on ourselves."

After a long time, Ancelotti sighed and worked hard for a long time, but in the end he did nothing.

"That's the only way to go. Carlo, the rest of the game depends entirely on you."

Peter Kenyon was a little helpless and a little frustrated, his arms still couldn't hold his thighs after all.

Manchester United, the office of manager Sir Alex Ferguson.

"Sir Ferguson, it's still your shot that will suppress those jumping clowns at once."

Ed Woodward admired Ferguson from the bottom of his heart this time. His status and energy in English football is no joke.

Ferguson himself was not in a high mood, and he didn't respond to Ed Woodward's flattery.

This matter has developed to the present, of course he has blocked the possibility of Beckham joining the rival Liverpool.But the one who benefited the most was the Crystal Palace of the Chinese.

Ferguson knew very well that he was only used as a gun by Chen Ran once.

What is there to be happy about?
At Liverpool, sporting director Antero Enrique and coach Frank Rijkaard were once again called to the chairman's office.

"Antero, how did the Crystal Palace Club reply?"

Nasser Al-Khelaifi was not in a good mood either.

As soon as the FA's ban came out, he immediately asked Antero Enrique to contact Crystal Palace, hoping to maintain the transfer of Beckham.

"Mr. Chairman, the Crystal Palace said that because of the FA's statement, they have no choice but to cancel the previously agreed deal."

Antero Enrique responded to Nasser Al-Khelaifi helplessly.

This well-designed plan was forced to terminate, and Antero Enrique was also heartbroken.

"You didn't tell Crystal Palace that the price is negotiable?"

Nasser Al-Khelaifi is still a little bit unwilling to give up.

"I said it. The Crystal Palace said that it has nothing to do with the amount of money. As the parties involved in this matter, in order to avoid being punished by the FA, they can only cancel the transaction."

"boom!"

Nasser Al-Khelaifi punched the desk.

"What a chance! What a pity."

London, Crystal Palace Club, Chen Ran's office.

"Chen, you are so awesome. Things really went according to your plan, and the FA came forward to stop Chelsea's little move."

Fatty Louis gave Chen Ran a thumbs up while flattering wildly.

"Ahem, this is just a basic operation, not worth mentioning."

Chen Ran was also very happy to get the result he wanted.However, he still tried his best to control the expression on his face and put on a calm look.

"After eliminating these external interferences, next, whether we can win the Premier League and Champions League championship trophies again depends on our own performance."

On May 5, in the No.3 seventh round of the Premier League, Chen Ran led Crystal Palace to an away game against Birmingham.

After a few days of rest, the relieved Crystal Palace did not leave any chance for Birmingham.

With goals from Dzeko, Ronaldo and Messi, Crystal Palace beat Birmingham 3-0 away.

While scoring the key three points, Chen Ran also got a "Level [-] Recovery Card" from the system.

In the other games of this round of the Premier League, there is another strong dialogue about the ownership of the championship that is very interesting. Liverpool is at Anfield to face Chelsea.

Although the winning bonus incident that had been raging before was suppressed by the FA, the heat of this game has continued unabated.

In the end, as Chen Ran expected, with the goals of Drogba and Anelka, Chelsea beat Liverpool 2-0 in the away game, taking away three points from Anfield.

In this way, the point gap between Chelsea and Crystal Palace remains at two points. With the last round of games left, Chelsea still has the hope of winning the Premier League title.

In the final round of the Premier League, Crystal Palace's opponent is Tottenham Hotspur, while Chelsea's opponent is Wigan Athletic.

Judging from the strength gap, the strength difference between Wigan Athletic and Chelsea is too great, and there is no suspense about Chelsea's victory over Wigan Athletic.

As a veteran team in the Premier League, Tottenham Hotspur have never been able to win the championship, but their combat effectiveness should not be underestimated, at least they have the ability to cause trouble for Crystal Palace.

From a motivation point of view, Wigan Athletic has already succeeded in relegation one round ahead of schedule.Winning or losing the last round of the game has no effect on them, and it is unlikely that they will die against Chelsea.

And Tottenham Hotspur have already secured their qualifications to participate in the Europa League next season, but they have already confirmed that they will miss the Champions League, so in theory they don't need to fight against Crystal Palace.

A week later, on May 5, the Premier League No.9 eight rounds will start at the same time, and Crystal Palace will face Tottenham Hotspur at the Emirates Stadium.

Because it is related to whether Crystal Palace can continue to defend the Premier League champion, the tickets for this game were sold out early.

Even so, on the day of the game, many fans who did not buy tickets came to the Emirates Stadium, hoping to get the news of Crystal Palace's success in defending the title as soon as possible.

After nearly a week of rest, the Crystal Palace players finally recovered.

After a long time, Chen Ran finally had the opportunity to play in the Crystal Palace's main lineup.It's just that this main lineup is already very different from the beginning of the season.

Left winger Ronaldo, center Dzeko, right winger Messi
Central midfielder Fabregas, Central midfielder Pepe, Central midfielder Modric
Left back Chiellini, centre-back Thiago Silva, centre-back Kompany, right-back Maicon
goalkeeper cech
On the Tottenham Hotspur side, although they have no desires now, the old head coach Redknapp still sent all the main players.

Forward Defoe, forward Crouch,

Left Midfielder Kranjca, Central Midfielder Palacios, Central Midfielder Huddlestone, Right Midfielder Lennon

Left back Hector, Center back Dawson, Center back Ledley King, Right back Joel Luka

goalkeeper gomez

When the referee blew the whistle to start the game, Chen Ran quickly noticed something was wrong.

Theoretically, Tottenham Hotspur has nothing to desire, but the players on the field are fighting very fiercely, as if this game is very important to them.

"Boss, something seems wrong."

Southgate also sensed the abnormality, and immediately went to Chen Ran's side to remind him.

"Well, I see. Gareth, you go and remind the players on the field to cheer up. I'm afraid this game will not be easy."

"Understood, boss."

The game was just as Chen Ran judged. Tottenham Hotspur's tenacious resistance made it impossible for Crystal Palace to break through the opponent's goal for a while.

In another game at the same time, Chelsea scored an early goal against Wigan Athletic.

When the referee blew the whistle for the end of the first half, the score between Crystal Palace and Tottenham Hotspur remained at 0:0 without any change.

On the Chelsea side, they have entered the intermission with a 2-0 lead at Wigan Athletic.

In the stands, many reporters are also paying attention to the dynamics of these two games.

"If the game ends with the current score, then Chelsea will win the Premier League trophy this season with the advantage of goal difference."

"Yeah, it seems that the Crystal Palace is really in danger this time."

"I said that it is too early for you to draw conclusions now? Anyway, there is still half of the game that has not been played, and there are many variables."

"Hehe, didn't you see it? Tottenham Hotspur came today with a mission. Otherwise, they have to work so hard?"

"That's right. Tottenham Hotspur have nothing they want, so there is absolutely no need to fight like this. Don't forget, this summer is the World Cup in South Africa. There is no important reason. Aren't these players afraid of being injured and unable to play in the World Cup?"

"Is someone offering winning bonuses? Hasn't the FA stopped it?"

"What the FA stopped was to provide winning bonuses to other teams. If Tottenham Hotspur gave winning bonuses to its own players, no matter how much they paid, then no one could control it."

"Eh Tottenham Hotspur club will pay a high winning bonus for this game that has nothing to do with them?"

"Hehe, then I don't know."

During the intermission, in the Crystal Palace locker room, Simeone also reported the Chelsea score to Chen Ran.

Chen Ran nodded slightly, didn't say anything, just called out the system silently.

After this game, Crystal Palace has only one Champions League final against Barcelona this season.

Therefore, at this time, for the main players, the "first-level chicken blood card" with huge negative effects must not be used.

As for Cavani and Suarez, since the negative effects of using the "first-level chicken blood card" before have not been eliminated, there is no way to count on this game.

After weighing the pros and cons, Chen Ran called Vardy's name.

"Jamie, you came on for Maicon in the second half of the game and then played with Edin as a double striker."

"Okay, boss."

Hearing Chen Ran call his name, Vardy immediately stood up and changed his equipment.

"Edin, in the second half of the game, both you and Jamie have the 'right to fire freely', you can play as you want."

"Understood, boss."

Looking into Chen Ran's eyes, Dzeko nodded heavily.

It has not been a short time since he joined Crystal Palace, and he knows what the "right to fire freely" means.

"Chris, Leo, you two retreated in the second half of the game, serving as left and right midfielders respectively, aiming at Tottenham Hotspur's two full-backs to break through, and delivering shells to Jamie and Edin in the middle, understand ?”

"Okay, boss."

Ronaldo and Messi responded.

"Clap!"

Chen Ran slapped his hands to attract the attention of the team members.

"Guys, the second half of the game is very critical. We have worked hard all season. Whether we can win the Premier League trophy depends on these 45 minutes. The team's formation has changed from 433 to 352. Attack with all your strength and get rid of Tottenham. prick!"

"Kill Tottenham Hotspur!"

"The champion belongs to Crystal Palace!"

In the dressing room of Tottenham Hotspur, the elder Redknapp was very satisfied with the team's performance in the first half.

Therefore, he just said a few words, and did not make any adjustments to the lineup and style of play on the field.

"Boys, whether you can get the high bonus offered by Mr. Chairman depends on your performance in the second half."

Afterwards, the old Redknapp, who was addicted to cigarettes, walked out of the locker room, and his assistant followed closely.

"Boss, our Mr. Chairman has always been stingy, why is he suddenly generous this time?"

The old Redknapp took a puff of cigarette slowly, and glanced at his curious assistant lightly.

"Don't ask what you shouldn't ask."

At the beginning of the second half of the game, Chen Ran rarely stood on the sidelines of the game.

In the locker room before, he used a "first-level chicken blood card" for Dzeko and Vardy respectively, and used a "free kick master card" for Modric.

He has already done what he can do, and the rest depends on the performance of the players on the field.

On the Tottenham Hotspur side, the old Redknapp also saw the substitution adjustments on the Crystal Palace side.

Replaced by a defender and replaced by a striker, the Chinese man was obviously going to launch a general attack.

Thinking of this, the old Redknapp immediately turned around and rushed Janus and Woodgate who were on the bench to warm up, ready to change immediately if the situation was wrong.

While Crystal Palace and Tottenham were fighting to the death, in another game Chelsea scored again at the start of the second half.

Wigan Athletic seemed to give up the game completely and slumped, being scored twice by Chelsea in the No. 409 and 54 minutes.

At this time, Chelsea had a 4-0 lead over Wigan Athletic.

(End of this chapter)