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Chapter 417 Officially Signed with Barcelona

In the previous NBA draft, the Los Angeles Lakers selected guard Sun Yue from China and center Gasol Jr. from Spain with two second-round picks.

The Lakers are prepared to adopt a "stocking" strategy for these two very topical rookies.

Perhaps in the eyes of the Lakers management, these two people have not yet reached the level where they can play in the NBA.

And because Sun Yue has been playing games in the United States, the Lakers also have a certain understanding of Sun Yue's game situation and physical condition.

It's just that the Lakers have not been in contact with Gasol, who has been recuperating in Madrid before.

It wasn't until Lakers general manager Kupchak came to Madrid in person and met Gasol Jr. that Gasol Jr. had some contact with the Lakers.

The two chatted and chatted, and soon they talked about Gasol's signing with the Spanish team.

"If I sign a contract, maybe I will first consider my previous home team, Barcelona~!!"

Little Gasol said.

"Well, our thoughts coincide with each other. I also think that going to a more familiar and adaptable environment will help you develop your potential. Barcelona is indeed a good place~!!"

Kupchak nodded.

"However, Mark, have you contacted Barcelona~?!"

Kupchak continued.

"The signing of these things has always been operated by my brother's management team, so I have never been very familiar with it. After all, it is still early,,, I am not in a hurry to sign the contract,,"

Gasol Jr. responded.

"That's it. This time I come to Spain and Madrid. Apart from seeing your condition, the one thing I hope to accomplish most is to help you sign the contract for next season,"

Kupchak continued to speak, and his expression gradually became serious.

"Hmph, it looks like what my brother said, this guy is still worried about my contract, but it doesn't matter, after all, he will sign a contract sooner or later,"

Listening to Kupchak's words, Gasol sighed secretly.

"How about it~?! If you think today is okay, then we will sign the contract today~!!"

Kupchak continued.

"Today~?! Are we going to Barcelona soon~?!"

Little Gasol questioned.

"It's not about playing games, it's just about signing the contract. It can be anywhere. We have already discussed with your brother's team before, and we have already contacted the management of Barcelona. They are here today, and they can do it anytime. Sign the contract~!"

Kupchak responded.

"This silver-haired old man is really well prepared. He even called the management of Barcelona over. How anxious is this for me to sign the contract~?!"

Little Gasol continued to sigh in his heart.

"Why, do you have any questions~?!"

Kupchak saw that Gasol hadn't responded, so he tilted his head, looked at Gasol, and asked.

"Oh, no, there is no doubt, it is better to hit the sun than to choose a day, then today~!! I have no problem~!!"

Little Gasol recovered, nodded and said.

"Okay, then I will call the people from Barcelona, ​​and we will sign the contract together here today~!!"

Kupchak received feedback from Gasol Jr., said, and immediately got up to greet him.

Soon, relevant personnel from Barcelona's management appeared.

Gasol Jr. is no stranger to these people.

"It's like this. After our communication with Barcelona, ​​you signed a one-year mid-level full-guaranteed contract with the team this time. Although the salary may be a little less, Barcelona also considers your injuries. The situation, and I don’t know your future game status, but there are some incentive clauses in it, as long as you play well, you can earn more money~!!”

Kupchak said.

"No problem, it doesn't matter what the middle class or the basic salary is, as long as I can play the ball and prove myself on the court~!"

Gasol Jr. responded.

"Well, that's right, the one-year contract also guarantees your flexibility in the future, and it is also convenient for our Lakers to operate better~!!"

Kupchak responded.

"This is a contract, let's take a look~!"

Kupchak handed the contract to Gasol without stopping.

"Why are you in such a hurry~?!"

Holding the contract in his hand, Gasol shook his head and sighed.

The head of Gasol's brokerage team took over the contract and started reviewing it.

"Our Lakers management team is looking forward to you very much. We all hope to see you play a dominant performance in Barcelona in the new season. The expectations for you are really high~!!"

Taking advantage of this spare time, Kupchak continued talking.

"Thank you, thank you. It is indeed an honor for me to be selected by a team with such a strong tradition and profound history as the Lakers, and it is also the motivation for my future struggle~!!"

Gasol Jr. is also full of praise.

"No problem, let's sign it~!"

After confirming that the contract was correct, it was handed over to Gasol Jr.

"Why does this feel like a prisoner in a prison is being forced to sign and sign forcibly~?!"

Gasol Jr. signed, felt the expressions of people around you watching you, and continued to sigh inwardly.

Soon, Gasol Jr. signed, and he officially became a member of Barcelona and officially became a professional player again.

Kupchak looked at the contract with a contented expression and nodded.

After finalizing the contract, Kupchak's trip to Madrid is a successful conclusion.

But having said that, Kupchak is indeed a very dedicated and serious general manager. He was only a second-round pick overseas. Kupchak flew across the Atlantic and came to Madrid. Supervise the signing of the contract.

This thing sounds simple, but it is actually very complicated to operate.

Therefore, the degree of thoughtfulness and devotion to work can be seen from this.

"Congratulations, I hope you can return to your best condition as soon as possible, and play a good performance here. We will pay close attention to you in the United States~!!"

Kupchak shook Gasol's hand and said.

"Well, I will, don't worry, I will not disappoint the team's expectations of me, I will work hard ~!"

Gasol Jr. responded firmly.

In this way, Gasol Jr. successfully "renewed his relationship" with Barcelona, ​​because the two parties only signed a one-year contract, so, will this be Gasol Jr.'s last year in the Spanish League~? !
The Lakers will definitely sign Gasol Jr. next season~? !

At present, these are not easy to say.

But one thing can be confirmed, that is, Gasol's NBA dream is getting closer.

(End of this chapter)