Football: I am only 16 years old, and you want me to retire and make a comeback?

Chapter 550 Why were Eskeriva's eyes always filled with tears? Because he knew he no longer had a chance.

Pravda – Borussia Dortmund has offered TY a formal contract with a basic weekly salary of over 30 euros.

"It is understood that Dortmund's management has serious disagreements regarding the necessity of this signing. If TY does indeed transfer, Dortmund's salary structure will be shattered. Furthermore, the player's high transfer fee would be a significant burden on the club."

Dortmund certainly can't buy Tang Ye outright. Even if they add players in exchange, the remaining 1 million euros will have to be paid in installments.

This led to serious disagreements among the club's senior management.

If Dortmund doesn't reach the Champions League semi-finals after such a deal, they will suffer a huge loss, and it may even jeopardize their future seasons.

According to Pravda, head coach Eskrima stated that "this transfer is an opportunity for Dortmund to become a top club."

Eskrima's statement sparked a lot of discussion among Dortmund fans, and now Dortmund's Twitter comment section is full of comments related to Tang Ye.

Dortmund fans believe they should seize this opportunity and use Eskeriva's appeal to Tang Ye to complete the deal.

Taking the Premier League as an example, before Tang Ye joined Manchester United, they were overshadowed by Manchester City. However, this season, Manchester United managed to turn the tide against Manchester City with 103 points.

This is what Dortmund fans care about; they hope Dortmund can dominate Bayern Munich in the same way Manchester United dominated Manchester City.

The fans had a good idea, but this deal was far more difficult than they imagined.

"30 euros, that's still too little. You should know that's too little for him, right? Ferran! There are some players we just can't get, you need to understand that."

The club's CEO and Escriva got into an argument in the office.

"But I said, this is our opportunity."

"Opportunity? I'm not talking about opportunity right now, I'm talking about the feasibility of this deal, Ferran, can you get to the point?"

The CEO looked somewhat angry: "A weekly wage of 30 euros is an outrageous sum for us, but what about other fans? They even think we're mistreating Tom, reducing a player who originally earned 40 euros a week to 30... just to join a less competitive team?"

The executive shrugged: "I know you have experience working with Tom, and you know how to develop tactics for him. But this isn't 2017 anymore, and it's definitely not 2016; this is 2019! You're facing a player on par with Ronaldo!"

According to club executives, Dortmund cannot acquire Tang Ye from Manchester United, just as they cannot acquire Ronaldo from Manchester United.

Cristiano Ronaldo was willing to go to Real Madrid because Real Madrid's Galácticos project was very attractive to him.

But what about Dortmund?

Apart from Escriva, Dortmund has nothing else that can attract Tang Ye.

"We can raise his weekly wage to near his current salary, and then give him a signing bonus."

"Raise the weekly wage again? Who's going to pay for that? You?!"

"sure"

"what?"

The executive paused for a moment, then Escriva continued, "My annual salary is about 620 million euros, which isn't a lot, but it's not insignificant either. If we can reach the Champions League semi-finals or even the final, Tom's salary will be easily covered, because we get Champions League bonuses."

"Are you so sure we can make it to the semifinals?"

"Of course, I'm very sure."

Eskeriva looked at the German in front of him: "100% sure, if we don't make it to the semi-finals, I'll take half of my annual salary to subsidize Tom's salary."

"We are second in the Bundesliga this season, and I have a bonus of 200 million euros, which I can also contribute."

"..."

"Ferland, you... never mind, I'm not talking to you anymore, you're a fucking idiot."

……

"I will continue to love you even without your permission~"

"When our hearts soften with mutual blessings, perhaps you'll allow me to kiss you~~"

"..."

Tang Ye is very happy to have moved into his new home with Rodri.

This new home has a special location; standing on the balcony, Tang Ye can see the training ground in the distance where children often gather to play football.

But that's not the happiest thing.

The most exciting thing is that Tang Ye is about to open the treasure chest!
[Mission Objective: Win as many championships as possible in 2019]

[Current progress: 3]

Tang Ye has already won three championships in 2019: the Asian Cup, the Premier League, and the FA Cup.

The year is only halfway over, but due to the special nature of the European league format, Tang Ye has no chance to compete for the championship in the second half of the year.

The logic is clear: he can open the treasure chest now!

You have obtained a mysterious treasure chest.

"call……"

Taking a deep breath, Tang Ye prepared himself.

Open the treasure chest!

[Number of championship trophies: 3. Determined a perfect season, you have received the highest-level reward... Talent Booster (Absolutely Stunning)]

The system's timeline is different from the real timeline.

The system had no idea there was an Asian Cup this year. Tang Ye won three championships in one fell swoop, and this stupid system probably thought it had won the Champions League.

Let's first check what level this talent booster is at.

【Talent Booster (Peerless): Directly upgrades a specified talent below the "Peerless" level to the "Peerless" level】

hiss--

Tang Ye seems to have gotten one of these before?
Tang Ye couldn't quite remember what the previous one was like, but this one seemed to be even more powerful than the previous one.

Without further complex thinking, Tang Ye decisively opened his talent panel.

Tang Ye (41 years old)
[Ball control: the center of attention; Passing: transcendent (or perhaps pseudo-divine)]

[Shot: A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity; Header: Useless; Set piece: A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity]

Speed: One in a hundred; Endurance: One in a hundred; Physical confrontation: Unparalleled

[Defense: A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity; Vision: Beyond comprehension]

Overall rating: Absolutely stunning

Judging from this situation, I am indeed very hesitant.

With a preliminary idea in mind, Tang Ye gave it a try.

[Use the Talent Booster for Passing (Talent Level: ****)]

Tang Ye's plan is to use this talent booster to directly elevate his passing talent to a truly extraordinary level.

After all, a master should be a true saint, not a false saint!
However, upon closer reflection, maximizing your passing talent only grants you a bonus of 1-2 points to your passing attribute.

This is something that deserves serious consideration.

Tang Ye wants these 1-2 points in passing attributes to further improve his already excellent passing ability.

Or should we focus on improving our weaknesses?
I hesitated for about 10 minutes.

Unable to come up with a solution on his own, Tang Ye called Ten Hag again to inquire about the team's plans for the next season.

"Hazard?"

Tang Ye's eyes widened: "Are you sure, Mr. Eric?"

"Our primary target is still Dembele, but we are also considering Hazard; our manager has already contacted him."

hiss--

If they can't get Dembele, they'll buy Hazard. Tang Ye doesn't know if this is good news or bad news.

"But Mr. Eric, Hazard doesn't seem to be a good fit for our tactics."

Is there anyone around you right now?

"Oh, no, who are you looking for?"

"No, it's fine as long as no one's around. I'll tell you about our possible plans for next season."

The call lasted for nearly half an hour, during which Tang Ye learned from Ten Hag some of the team's possible plans for the next season.

It seems highly likely that Manchester United will pursue Hazard, and if so, they will have to play a 4-2-2-2 formation next season.

Playing passing and ball control with Hazard...

"call……"

Tang Ye thought for a moment.

Logically speaking, he should have waited until the transfer results were in before choosing the reward, but since the treasure chest had already been opened, Tang Ye was afraid that if he didn't use it for a long time, the item would disappear like in the game.

Ok.

Gritting his teeth, Tang Ye made his decision.

[Are you sure you want to use the Talent Booster (Peerless) for Endurance (Talent Level: One in a Hundred)? If so, then you will...]

Endurance (one in a hundred) is elevated to Endurance (unparalleled).

[Endurance: 76→78] Tang Ye (41 years old)
[Ball possession: 89; Passing: 93]

[Shots: 81; Headers: 61; Set pieces: 82]

Speed: 78; Endurance: 78; Physical Strength: 86

[Defense: 76; Vision: 99]

Overall rating: 88
Following his physical prowess, Tang Ye's endurance talent also reached an astonishing level.

Improving one's talent will directly lead to an increase in attributes, but that's not all.

Most importantly, because of his improved talent, Tang Ye will benefit more from training in the future.

GGBond's stamina attribute will be heading towards 80!

There's also physical contact!

The target for physical contact is 90!

"Ding!"

Tang Ye was fantasizing about becoming a super master when he received a message from Eskeriva on his phone.

Eskeriva hopes to have a direct call with Tang Ye.

In fact, Boll had previously emphasized to Tang Ye that if any other club coach wanted to communicate directly with Tang Ye, they should refuse.

Paul knows Tang Ye too well. This guy is too easily swayed by emotions. If he communicates directly without his agent, it might harm Tang Ye's own interests.

But since it was Mr. Ferran who called, Tang Ye had no choice but to answer the call.

"..."

“Actually, I still think you should come to Dortmund. I know you're being treated very well at Manchester United, but it's time for you to win the Champions League. Tom, I have a suitable plan, and in your second year at Dortmund, we'll be challenging for the European title.”

To prove he wasn't just talking nonsense, Eskrima also explained his transfer plans to Tang Ye in detail, including the tactical role Tang Ye could get within the Dortmund team.

"Wait, wait, Mr. Ferran!"

Tang Ye didn't really want to interrupt Eskriba, but he had made up his mind and really couldn't bear to let Eskriba continue speaking with hope.

“I believe I can win the Champions League with Manchester United as well… sir, I…”

"I assure you, Tom, if you come to Dortmund, I can give you a better tactical position, you'll be more comfortable playing, and you and Pogba can form a great partnership. I can guarantee that."

“Oh, no, I know it’s very powerful, but Mr. Ferran, my thought is…”

Holding his phone, Tang Ye opened the glass door to the balcony.

In the distance, children were playing football on a field. To avoid being distracted, Tang Ye went to the balcony on the other side, where there was nothing to attract his attention.

"I don't think it's time for me to leave yet."

"why"

"I feel I need to win a Champions League title with Rode and the others, and next season will be the opportunity."

“I believe in your abilities, Mr. Ferran, I’ve always believed in you. I also believe you can lead Dortmund to the Champions League, but… what I mean is, I want to win the Champions League with my current teammates.”

"..."

Eskeriva fell silent.

The Champions League title is a trophy that every footballer dreams of.

But Tang Ye is different from other athletes.

He certainly wants the Champions League, but in Tang Ye's view, winning the championship with a group of suitable teammates is equally important.

"Perhaps you should reconsider... We can provide you with a stronger attack line..."

"We can't think about it anymore!"

Tang Ye interrupted Eskeriva again.

His eyes were already a little red, but because it was a phone conversation, Eskeriva couldn't see Tang Ye's eyes.

"I told Rod that we would win a Champions League together. If I leave now, how am I supposed to talk to him afterward?"

"Phew, I brought Rodgs to Manchester United the year before last, and I even said I would lead him to win all the trophies we wanted. I can't just run away now, can I?"

"Huff, hiss... huff huff"

Eskeriva couldn't see Tang Ye's eyes, but he could tell from Tang Ye's tone that Tang Ye's emotions were somewhat off.

In fact, Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain also contacted Tang Ye directly through some means.

This is the third phone call Tang Ye has received in the past two days.

"..."

There was silence on the other end of the phone.

"I'm sorry, Mr. Ferran..."

"Oh, it's nothing, it's nothing."

Eskeriva said, "It's my problem, Tom. I should have tried to see things from your perspective."

"Um... I know it's not very polite, but I still want to ask: if you win the Champions League with Manchester United, would you still consider Dortmund?"

"...That's a matter for later, at least a year from now. I'm not thinking about it right now."

Tang Ye and Eskeriva revealed their true thoughts.

Now that the decision has been made, there's no need to keep the other teams' head coaches hanging.

GGBond does not raise fish ponds.

"call……"

"I'll always be waiting for you at Dortmund. If you're interested, feel free to contact me. I'll save up."

"This isn't about money, Mr. Ferran."

"I know, I know, but money is essential, and I'll help Dortmund save money."

"Contact me anytime, Tom. I'm hanging up now."

"Um"

Tang Ye nodded slightly.

About five or six seconds passed, but the call was still connected.

"Mr. Ferran, is there anything else?"

"it's okay no problem"

"Oh, haha, then you can hang up now. We can talk again another time."

"..."

A few seconds later, the call was still on.

"Um... Mr. Ferran?"

Tang Ye asked, puzzled, "What's wrong?"

"It's okay, you can hang up now."

"Okay, I'll hang up now."

After waiting a few seconds, Tang Ye finally pressed the red button on the screen.

Meanwhile, in Germany.

Ferran Eskeriva held his phone in his right hand and looked up at the ceiling.

hiss--

I took a deep breath and then focused my attention back on my phone screen.

The Spanish coach's screensaver is a photo.

In the photo, Tang Ye and Bruno raise the Copa del Rey trophy together. This was back in 2017 when Villarreal defeated Barcelona to win their first Copa del Rey title.

"call……"

"woo woo woo woo……"

"hiss--"

Eskeriva almost had a runny nose, so he quickly sniffed it.

But he couldn't stop his tears from falling.

despair!
Eskeriva's tears fell onto Tang Ye's eyes.

Why are Eskeriva's eyes often filled with tears?
because.

He knew he no longer had a chance.

……

(End of this chapter)