After Paris Saint-Germain was removed from the list, I led England to victory!

The day after the 272 post incident.

In the rooftop conference room of Arsenal's Colney training ground, all senior executives gathered for an emergency meeting.

The huge screen wall was lit up, displaying a screenshot of Özil's post that ignited the world, along with real-time scrolling data of hundreds of thousands of angry comments below.

The faces of the meeting participants were increasingly grim.

Club CEO Gazidis looked ashen-faced, his knuckles white from clenching his fists.

Krenk's brows furrowed, his eyes as cold as ice.

But the one who is most heartbroken and under the most pressure is Arsène Wenger.

The usually refined professor's chest heaved violently, his normally gentle gaze sharpened like a knife, his tightly pursed lips trembled slightly, and his fists were clenched until they turned white, as if he was using a great deal of force to suppress his anger.

Wenger looked at the screenshot of post #272, at the insulting words, at the insults directed at his beloved student Yan Yuan and his lineage, at the slander against the entire Chinese football fan community.

The veins on his forehead throbbed faintly.

"A madman..." Wenger's voice was low and suppressed, yet it rolled across the conference room like muffled thunder. "He's completely insane, a thoroughly utterly hopeless idiot!"

After Gazidis read that post.

He slammed his fist on the heavy conference table, the loud noise startling those nearby.

"This guy not only trampled on every inch of the club's dignity, but he also treated the club's red line like a jump rope!"

He slandered our future star player, whom we signed at great expense, and even insulted our hundreds of millions of fans—our biggest potential market—a slap in the face to the FA! This includes his current nominal teammate, Yan Yuan! 272's behavior was foolish! Vicious! Intolerable!

Kroenke added coldly:

"This idiot has ruined the positive image we've built up all summer and dragged the club into the dirtiest quagmire. This cancerous behavior must be eradicated immediately."

The conference room was filled with the anxiety and anger of the senior management.

The £272 contract, with its £35 weekly wage, was like a huge shackle, previously restricting its ability to terminate the contract due to the enormous penalty (approximately £2000 million).

Now, this cancer has not only become toxic itself, but has also handed the knife to the club.

At this moment, Arsenal's chief legal counsel, David Svenja, adjusted his glasses and offered the senior management a new idea:

"Everyone, let's analyze this calmly. While 272's actions were undoubtedly a disaster, from a legal and regulatory perspective, it unexpectedly provided us with a 'golden opportunity' to completely resolve this issue. In our anger, we must make good use of the weapons that the rules and laws have given us."

Everyone looked at Svenja.

"Tell me your thoughts, Svenja," Gazidis gestured to him.

Svenya continued.

"First," Svenja opened a Premier League official handbook document, "272's behavior, the public use of racially discriminatory language, clearly violates Premier League Rules E3.1 (discrimination by language or behavior that is insulting, inappropriate or offensive) and E3.2 (abuse or insult based on race)."

This is already a done deal.

Secondly, his public criticism and humiliation of his teammates severely damaged team harmony and violated core provisions of the club's code of conduct. This serves as irrefutable evidence as we prepare to report him to the FA and initiate internal disciplinary proceedings.

Svenja's tone grew even colder:

"As everyone knows, prior to this incident, if we wanted to terminate the contract with 272, we would have had to pay a huge sum of compensation for the remaining years of the contract, amounting to as much as £2000 million."

But now, the situation is completely different. His blatant and extremely serious violations have personally torn up his basic duty of loyalty to the club and the most fundamental moral contract.

Therefore, based on the Premier League rules and the gross negligence clause in labor law, we have ample and overwhelming legal grounds to terminate his contract immediately. At the same time, he paused, emphasizing his words,

"Not only will we not have to pay 272 a single penny in termination fees, we can even use the law to seek recourse against him for the huge financial losses his actions caused the club!"

This sudden turn of events seemed to instantly suck the air out of the conference room.

Everyone's eyes lit up.

"And there's more," Sven continued, presenting the evidence his team had gathered, including specific data on the post's views (1500 million+), shares (over 10+), and comments (over 10+).

"This post by 272 has had a negative impact on social media, with widespread dissemination and serious harm, constituting a typical case of 'inciting racial hatred'."

This completely goes beyond the scope of club rules and Premier League regulations, constituting a violation of the law, particularly the provisions of the UK's Public Order Act 1986 regarding racial discrimination and incitement to hatred. He showed a draft of a lawyer's letter that was being written.

"I suggest that our club immediately file a complaint with the London police and the local courts as the victim. Based on precedents and the severity of the charges, if convicted, he will face not only a huge fine, but also a minimum of six months and a maximum of seven years in prison."

Svenja continued his efforts.

More importantly, 272's remarks directly damaged Arsenal Football Club's global commercial reputation, and the damage to the Chinese market was particularly devastating.

We have a strong chain of evidence to prove that their actions have a direct causal relationship with the damage to the club's image and the reduction in its commercial value.

We are fully confident of winning the civil lawsuit and recovering millions, even tens of millions of pounds, in financial compensation from Özil.

You can cancel the contract without spending a single penny!

They could also receive huge compensation!

The meeting room was completely silent; everyone was stunned by Svenja's description of the "counter-attack" method.

272 dug his own grave, which is not only enough to bury his future at Arsenal, but may even send him to prison and make him bleed a lot.

"Svenya," Krenk finally spoke, his voice carrying a resolute ruthlessness.

"Do as you say immediately! Use all legal resources and push the legal process to the end! I want him to pay the heaviest price for his stupidity and malice!"

"Gazidis," Kroenke turned to the CEO, "prepare evidence immediately and appeal to the FA. At the same time, public relations are of paramount importance and must be handled at the highest crisis management standard! Release an official statement immediately!"

Gazidis immediately issued instructions to the public relations manager, speaking rapidly:

"The announcement contains three core points: First, it condemns 272's behavior in the strongest and clearest language! It completely severs ties with his racist remarks! It declares that this is a disgrace that Arsenal will never condone and will never forgive!" His voice was resolute.

"Secondly, on behalf of all the club's senior management, staff, and fans, we extend our sincerest and deepest apologies to Yan Yuan and his family, to all Chinese fans, and to everyone who has been hurt by this incident! Our shame must be washed away with our actions! We must show the world that we understand and respect our Chinese fans and partners!"

He paused briefly, his tone resolute:

"Third, we will provide substantial compensation to Chinese fans by announcing that for the entire upcoming season (2018/19 season), all fans holding valid Chinese passports who travel to the Emirates Stadium to watch Premier League matches will receive a 50% discount on tickets. This is a direct action to express our remorse and support."

The last point is crucial.

"Fourth, immediate action! Until the FA and legal proceedings reach their final ruling, 272 is immediately banned from the Colney training ground, the Emirates Stadium, and any other club facilities! The club will immediately remove all elements related to 272 from the Emirates Stadium, training ground, official website, social media, and all other channels! 272's number is immediately revoked; his name will no longer exist in the Arsenal dressing room! I want everyone to know how determined we are to remove him!"

Upon hearing this, Professor Wenger took a deep breath, and his expression finally relaxed somewhat. He added...

"The club's handling of the situation is important, but personal compensation is equally essential. Yan Yuan is a kid I personally invited. He and his family have suffered an undeserved misfortune, and this apology cannot remain merely on paper."

Gazidis, arrange a car for me after the meeting. I will go to Yan Yuan's home in London immediately to apologize to his parents in person. This time, I must go in person.

Yan Yuan is currently training with the national team in preparation for the World Cup, his first major tournament, and he is under immense pressure. After apologizing to his parents, I will also apologize to Yan Yuan.

The meeting concluded with unprecedented efficiency and unity.

After the meeting, each department sprang into action like a sophisticated machine.

The documents prepared by Svenjah's team were sent to the FA Disciplinary Committee and the London Magistrates' Court in quick succession.

The charges against Özil include:

[Serious breaches of Premier League Rules E3.1 and E3.2; breach of club conduct code; criminal charges (incitement of racial hatred); preliminary notice of civil action (to recover damages to business reputation)]

Following the actions of the legal team.

Arsenal's official announcement was released shortly afterward:

[Official statement from Arsenal Football Club]

The club was shocked and outraged upon learning of the comments made by 272 on his personal social media.

The remarks contained an unforgivable attack on teammate Yan Yuan and his Chinese heritage, as well as a serious insult to Chinese fans.

Such behavior completely violates the values ​​of inclusion, respect and solidarity that Arsenal Football Club cherishes.

The club hereby condemns these remarks in the strongest terms and makes it clear that it is completely distancing itself from 272's views.

This behavior is a serious violation of the club's code of conduct and relevant Premier League rules.

On behalf of all members of the club, we extend our deepest apologies to Mr. Yan Yuan and his family, as well as to all the Chinese fans and partners who have been hurt.

Mr. Yan Yuan is a member of Arsenal and a player for the England national team; he deserves the utmost respect and support.

To express our apologies to our Chinese fans, the club has decided:

During the 2018/19 season, all fans holding valid Chinese passports who travel to the Emirates Stadium to watch Premier League matches will enjoy a 50% discount on tickets.

at the same time:

[272 is indefinitely banned from the Colney training ground, the Emirates Stadium, and any buildings or facilities associated with Arsenal Football Club.]

The club will remove all logos and content related to 272 from all official channels (including the stadium, training ground, website, and social media), and his number 10 jersey has been recalled. Currently, the club is fully cooperating with the FA and legal authorities in their investigations and procedures. This handling of the incident demonstrates our firm commitment to eradicating all forms of discrimination.

Shortly after Arsenal's announcement, the headlines of major sports media outlets around the world were refreshed once again.

The announcement's zero-tolerance policy towards discrimination, its sincere apology to Chinese fans, and its measures of offering half-price tickets, especially the decisive actions of "banning facilities" and "abolishing numbers," won a flood of praise and relieved understanding from the public.

Faced with Arsenal's detailed allegations and overwhelming public pressure, the FA demonstrated remarkable efficiency.

Just hours after receiving a formal complaint from Arsenal, and following an emergency disciplinary committee meeting,

The Football Association has released an official statement:

【球员272因严重违反E3.1和E3.2规则，被处以英格兰国内所有足球活动禁赛12场外加罚款10万英镑的顶格处罚。

Meanwhile, the FA has approved Arsenal's application to release player 272 without compensation. 272 ​​is no longer an Arsenal player and will not receive any release compensation.

Finally, the FA firmly upholds the dignity and reputation of all England national team players and opposes all forms of racism. Yan Yuan, as an important member of the England national team, has our strongest support.

Meanwhile, Professor Wenger's actions were also underway.

A discreet black car was parked outside a quiet residential area in London.

This is Yan Yuan's family's new home in London.

Accompanied by Gazidis, Professor Wenger solemnly rang the doorbell of Yan Yuan's London home.

The door opened, and Yan Yuan's parents appeared in the doorway.

Professor Wenger bowed deeply and said in an extremely sincere tone:

"Mr. Yan, Mrs. Yan, as the manager of Arsenal, I must come here in person to express my deepest and most sincere apologies for the despicable harm that has happened to your son and you two!"

The club's failure to protect his reputation is a huge failure on our part!

But please believe that we will hold the perpetrators accountable to the end! We will not tolerate it!

Seeing the respected elder in the football world bow so sincerely in apology, the stern father felt much of his anger and worry dissipate.

He helped Professor Wenger up:

"Mr. Wenger, the fault does not lie with you, nor with the club. We have seen your handling of the situation after the announcement; it was swift and your stance was firm. We have witnessed Arsenal's actions."

……

After leaving the Yan family, Professor Wenger returned to his office in Kearney.

He personally made a video call to Yan Yuan.

On the other side of the screen, Yan Yuan was wearing the England team's training kit, with the St. George's Park training center in the background.

Yan Xuan's expression remained relatively calm, as he had already seen the FA and Arsenal's decision online.

"Professor," Yan Yuan's voice came through the video.

"Yan," Professor Wenger's voice was unusually gentle, filled with fatherly care and firmness.

"I'm sorry you had to go through all this. I'm deeply sorry for everything that happened at the club. This dirty incident shouldn't have happened on your path to winning the championship."

He looked at Yan Yuan and continued.

"I recently visited your parents with Gazidis and also apologized to them on behalf of the club."

They are very strong. I'm calling you because I want to tell you this in person:

First, the person who humiliated you will never appear here again, not at Arsenal, not in the Premier League, and not even in European competitions. We will make him understand what "never" means. Second,

The professor's tone shifted to encouragement.

"Now, don't think about anything else. We will handle this perfectly. 272 ​​will not have a good outcome. You continue to focus on the World Cup preparations. Your teammates, the coaching staff, and all of England are looking forward to your performance."

On the pitch, let your football shine brightest – that's the best response to all absurdity! The club will always be your strongest support.

Looking at the professor's sincere gaze and tired yet determined face on the screen, Yan Yuan felt the gloom in his heart dissipate somewhat from this powerful assurance.

"Thank you, coach," his voice became strong, "and thank you to the club for everything you've done. I will, I will focus on the World Cup and the national team."

The video call ended.

Professor Wenger leaned back in his chair, finally recovering somewhat.

Outside the window, everything at the Kearney training facility is being cleaned, removing any marks that shouldn't exist.

The professor closed his eyes.

Now, he only hopes that his beloved disciple, far away in St. George's Park, can unload this heavy burden and run freely on the upcoming green field, shining brightly in the World Cup.

This ugly storm, which originated from jealousy and ignorance, was ultimately transformed into a powerful action that demonstrated the club's attitude and values ​​by Arsenal's management's swift and decisive actions and Professor Wenger's warm protection.