Football: My AI System Provides Max-Level Predictions
Chapter 190 - 161: Tang Long in the Whirlpool Becomes Calm Bro: Don’t Spread Rumors, Bro Just Wants to Play Football!

Chapter 190: Chapter 161: Tang Long in the Whirlpool Becomes Calm Bro: Don’t Spread Rumors, Bro Just Wants to Play Football!

The first time on social media, La Gazzetta dello Sport caught wind of this news!

The editorial office exploded; they quickly contacted the fat man who picked up the scout’s notebook and bought it from him for a reward of 5,000 Euros.

"This is definitely big news, hurry up, get it on the front page!"

Then, a small editor, fluent in English, translated all the more than one hundred pages of English reports about Tang Long into Italian and presented it to the local Italian readers.

It stirred up a storm of reactions!

After reading these detailed and professional scouting report contents.

Every Inter fan had cold sweat dripping down their foreheads!

Feeling so chilly inside!

Turns out their precious star had long been eyed by the Premier League’s wealthy clubs!

What should be done now?

In terms of financial power, platform, and strength, Inter in Serie A cannot compete with Manchester City in the Premier League, these are teams on different levels!

However, seeing the news, Inter’s Indonesian owner Toshihiko was laughing heartily~

He immediately called Inter’s sporting director Ossilio.

Over the phone, he instructed Ossilio to hype this matter, the hotter it gets, the better!

He suggested making up rumors that other giant clubs were all coveting Tang Long, intending to spend a fortune during the upcoming summer transfer window!

The main purpose, only one — raise the price!

"Ossilio, whether we can make a big profit in the summer depends on your operation. Manchester City is interested in Tang, this is good news! This trade with Tang must be made big and strong, must bring the club rich transfer revenue, must earn a big sum!"

Hearing the boss say "must" three times in the call, Ossilio nodded his head like a chick pecking at rice.

He understood this Indonesian boss’s mind clearly.

This guy is completely different from Moratti; Mr. Moratti regarded Inter higher than his own life, managing the club for decades with countless unpaid investments, losing billions of Euros till the Italian economic crisis forced him to reluctantly sell Inter.

As for the successor Toshihiko, he had already planned his strategy before buying Inter!

Through asset appreciation, buying low and selling high, and earning the price difference!

Regarding rapidly rising players like Tang Long, the boss wouldn’t offer high salaries; since he can’t keep them, it’d be better to cash in early, keeping the gains safe!

"Don’t worry boss, I’ve been in Italy for so many years, if I’m not proficient at anything else, I’m second to none in spreading transfer rumors in all of Italy!"

"I’ll contact friends in other Italian newspapers, pay them, and have them work overtime writing articles!"

"First, write about Manchester United! They like raising prices anyway, writing it won’t hurt. No matter what, give it a shot!"

After hanging up the phone, the sporting director felt delighted~

Haha, summer is coming soon!

It’s my prime season for publicly-funded travel and collecting transfer rebates all over the world~

...

In fact, the tracking from Manchester City was something Tang Long was also somewhat aware of.

After all, his agent is Ronaldo!

Lately, Ronaldo frequently accompanied Tang Long, occasionally having dinner and chatting with him.

Besides reviewing match performances hand-in-hand with Tang Long, the two mostly discussed transfer rumors.

According to the insider information from Ronaldo, Tang Long already knew that interest in him wasn’t solely from Manchester City.

Real Madrid, Bayern, PSG, and even Juventus in the domestic Serie A were all coveting Tang Long!

Almost every major European club surrounded Tang Long, eager to gobble a piece of him.

In the world football arena, Tang Long can certainly not be called a top star.

Whether in ability, status, or personal and collective honors, he still falls short.

However, the current giant clubs all favor buying young players, especially young talents with potential like Tang Long.

The 18-year-old Tang Long has long been in the whirlpool of transfers!

Yet, facing various rumors, Tang Long appeared quite composed.

Just as described in the scouting reports from Manchester City’s scouts tracking him.

When Tang Long faced multiple people surrounding him, he showed a sense of calmness that didn’t match his age.

Now faced with the coveting eyes of many major clubs, Tang Long’s calmness continues.

That evening, Ronaldo invited Tang Long and Bonazzoli for dinner.

To keep a low profile, the location was still at Tang Long’s place.

"Let me be straight with you, Tang. With your current abilities, going to top clubs like Real Madrid, Barça, Manchester City is no issue at all."

"I can’t guarantee you’ll immediately become a starting player, because you’ll have to compete with top midfield stars like Modric, Kroos, Busquets, Yaya Toure, and you might not be able to surpass them."

"But your biggest advantage is your youth; at under 20 years old, you’re unbeatable!"

"For example, if you go to Real Madrid, play for one or two seasons, Modric might no longer be able to compete with you for the starting position."

Ronaldo appeared very bold, with a look of ambition and eagerness.

His former teammate, the Real Madrid assistant coach Zidane, contacted Ronaldo two weeks ago, asking about Tang Long and the possibility of a transfer.

Ronaldo was inclined to arrange Tang Long to go to Real Madrid, given it’s the club with the most Champions League titles in the world, offering a unique platform.

Playing alongside C Luo would greatly benefit Tang Long’s growth.

The strong competition at Real Madrid would be advantageous for Ronaldo’s agency if his player can establish himself there.

"Manchester City is good too; they offer high salaries," Bonazzoli said with a gulp, sounding envious. "The pace of the Premier League is much faster than Serie A. I love watching the Premier League. If I could play in it, I’d laugh myself awake from my dreams!"

As one of the only two players under Ronaldo’s agency, Bonazzoli rubbed his hands in excitement, looking at Ronaldo expectantly.

"Mr. Ronaldo, is there any Premier League team interested in me? Tang and I are both your clients; you can’t be biased!"

With an awkward smile, Ronaldo said to Bonazzoli in a gentle tone:

"Kid, I’ve heard some rumors about you too, but there’s been no actual contact, and there’s no team from the Premier League."

A hint of disappointment flashed in Bonazzoli’s eyes.

But he quickly rubbed his hands and asked:

"Real Madrid works too, get me and Tang there together. I’ll be Benzema’s substitute; I’m great at creating chances. C Luo will surely love me!"

Ronaldo and Tang Long exchanged a glance and smiled knowingly.

You’ve got quite the imagination.

Being Tang Long’s partner, Tang Long goes to Real Madrid for the main dish, and you’re there for the leftovers?

"Forget about Real Madrid. The only possibility now is Verona. Their center, Tony, is retiring. They want to bring you over as his replacement. Do you want to go?"

Uh, Verona?

Bonazzoli was momentarily stunned and scratched his head.

This relegation-threatened Serie A team isn’t a bad option. Going there to be a key player would be beneficial for his development.

With Bonazzoli’s capabilities, competing against Icardi at Inter is impossible.

"Why not bring Tang to Verona too? I can’t play without his passes," Bonazzoli chuckled, "Tang, how about the two of us leading Verona to the Serie A championship?"

Clearly, this was said in jest. Tang Long smiled nonchalantly, not engaging with Bonazzoli.

He had his own thoughts about the transfer.

Tang Long said to Ronaldo:

"I don’t want to discuss this now; there are only six rounds left in the league. It’s a crucial phase for helping Inter secure a Champions League spot. Overthinking will only mess up my mindset."

"We still have the Coppa Italia and UEFA Europa League to fight for. Let’s focus on playing well first; winning the championship will increase value and exposure. Whether staying at Inter with a revised high-salary contract or moving to a bigger club, we’d have the negotiating power. Am I right, Mr. Ronaldo?"

Ronaldo hadn’t anticipated Tang Long being so composed.

From his playing experience, hearing about top clubs like Real Madrid and Manchester City chasing players usually sends one’s heart soaring.

He’d be eager to sign the contract immediately.

After all, salaries could multiply several times, and that’s real, tangible money!

Tang Long’s thinking was evidently more mature and assured.

"You’re right," Ronaldo flashed a grin, revealing his iconic front teeth, and gave Tang Long a thumbs-up, "Until the end of the season, I won’t discuss this matter further. Play well, lead Inter to the championship, increase your value. I’m your agent; our interests are tied together!"

With this mindset, when attending the press conference before the Serie A’s 33rd round game against Bologna with Mancini, Tang Long’s response provided reassurance to his followers.

"A transfer? Please don’t discuss such boring rumors; the end of the season is still far off. Achieving our season goals is my priority."

Inter’s head coach Mancini watched Tang Long confidently talk to the media, feeling touched.

In this era, young players like Tang Long with such stable mentalities are truly rare!

However, Mancini wasn’t certain about Tang Long’s future.

Players always seek greater heights; if he decides to go, who could stop him?