Star card system.

At noon on January 2019, 1, Xia Xing hosted several Manchester United teammates for dinner at his home.

De Gea, Valencia, Ashley Young, Smalling, Matic, Herrera, Fellaini.

Seven club teammates.

There were not many people shouting at this small gathering.

And these people all have one special thing in common.

I have a very good personal relationship with Fellaini.

It is worth mentioning that, except for Herrera's all-round attributes in the midfield, everyone else is the team's defensive player.

Because of the experience of fighting together, they have a deep friendship with Fellaini.

The Belgian big man is not a particularly talented star, but he has won the respect of his teammates with his diligent professional attitude, down-to-earth style of play and fighting spirit.

Especially Matic and Smalling, who are his partners, have a close relationship with him.

He was an integral part of Manchester United's six-time crown win.

But even so, he has to leave today.

Early tomorrow morning, he will fly to distant Asia and officially transfer to the Chinese Super League club.

Today's meal was Xia Xing's official farewell as captain and friend.

After training a few days ago, Solskjaer held a brief farewell ceremony for Fellaini in the locker room.

That was on behalf of the club and I thanked him for his huge contribution to the club.

But speaking of it, the relationship between the two is average.

After all, Solskjaer is the new coach and has no special feelings for a player who has only played under him for one month.

Fellaini, who has always been a man of few words, also bid farewell to everyone very formally.

A ceremony is over.

Today, it is not a public affairs bureau, but a friends bureau.

The people Xia Xing invited were all good brothers of Fellaini, and there were no other unfamiliar people.

And today, Xia Xing also rarely served everyone some beer and red wine.

Seeing the wine on the table, Herrera smiled and patted Xia Xing on the shoulder: "These are brothers! Those who do bad things together are brothers, hahahaha!"

Everyone laughed.

Because after Solskjaer came to Manchester United, he also implemented a ban on alcohol for everyone. Especially during this period of intense competition, drinking is strictly controlled.

Now, as the captain, Xia Xing "knows the law and breaks the law", which everyone finds very interesting.

Hearing Herrera's words, Xia Xing pointed to Valencia and Ashley Young beside him: "This is a collective decision made by the Manchester United Players Committee. If Solskjaer finds out, he can't just deal with me." One person must include you!"

"Hahahaha! It will be interesting to ban all three of us then!" Ashley Young said with a bad smile.

"Stop making trouble, it's okay to suspend you two, but Xia is absolutely impossible," Smalling shook his head, "Now if Manchester United doesn't have Xia, then they won't even think about winning!"

Valencia: "What you said is so hurtful..."

"Hahahaha!"

Although the wine bottle had just been opened, everyone was already laughing.

De Gea reminded everyone: "Today's theme seems to be farewell, right? Why are you so happy? It's like you are looking forward to Marouane leaving soon."

Fellaini: "I can't eat anymore, I can't drink anymore..." "Hahahaha!" Herrera smiled and patted Fellaini on the shoulder, "Dude, don't worry, in a few months, I will also Get out of the way and let these guys laugh."

Xia Xing prepared a table of dishes early and they were already served. Full of color, flavor and taste, it is a feast for the eyes.

The bottles of wine were opened and everyone drank happily.

It’s been a long time since I drank. After just one drink, everyone’s faces looked drunk.

De Gea looked regretful: "Marouane, why do you want to transfer and leave? Isn't it good to stay here? Aren't you happy playing with us?"

Fellaini shook his head gently: "Of course not, I like being with you very much. To be honest, joining Manchester United these past few seasons has been the happiest day for me. But there is no banquet in the world that never ends. I have already I am 31 years old, my contract expires next year, and the club has no plans to renew it. My agent talked to them, and they made it clear that if I want to renew my contract, I have to accept a significant salary cut, so I have to give myself an advance. Find a way out.”

"Fxxk!" Smallin yelled, "We heroes will have to have their salaries reduced if they renew their contracts, but those fools will get a salary increase if they renew their contracts? These managers are all SB, right?"

Herrera snorted: "Who wants others to be valued by the club? We can't. It's better that Fellaini is thoughtful and thinks about the future in advance, so as not to be like me and don't know where to play next season. "

Xia Xing looked at him seriously: "Man, I really hope you can stay. I mentioned your contract extension to Solskjaer a few days ago. He said he would discuss it with the management and he would do his best. Trying to get you a good contract extension."

Herrera curled his lips and snorted: "Thank you, brother, but I don't need it! He has decided to leave Manchester United. Although I can't bear to leave you, I really don't want to talk to the management team about contract renewal. And I said I don’t know where I’m going to play next season, I just haven’t chosen yet, and there are so many teams that want me, huh!”

Fellaini suddenly became energetic: "If you haven't chosen well, you can go to China with me! In a few days, I will make suggestions to the new owner and sign you too!"

Herrera waved his hand: "Forget it, I still want to play in the five major leagues for a while. I think I'm okay. In fact, you have no problem. I really don't know why you went to retire so early."

Fellaini touched his nose: "Well, the key is that they gave so much..."

"Hahahaha! You greedy guy!"

"Really! Don't believe it! They gave so much! I couldn't control my signing hand!"

"Hahahaha!"

Although it was a farewell banquet, there was no sadness at all, and everyone was extremely relaxed.

In fact, these people are all veterans. Even the young Xia Xing has gone through several transfers, not to mention these veterans who are over thirty years old.

In the football industry, player transfers are a common thing, even if they go to rivals, it is not uncommon. Everyone treats this matter calmly.

Drink and talk freely.

It's time to part ways.

The reason why this meal was held at noon was because Fellaini had some personal matters to deal with in the evening.

I will leave by plane early tomorrow morning and will not go to the club again.

If we don’t make it in time, we won’t be able to send the plane off.

So now, it's time to say goodbye.

De Gea: "Marouane, having you in front of me makes me feel super at ease. You are one of the best defensive players I have ever played with!"

Matic: "Man, you are the best defensive midfielder I have ever played with, and I don't have one!"

Herrera: "Develop well, and our brothers who left Manchester United will also do well!"

Smalling: "Goodbye brother! I will miss you!"

Valencia: "Man, I wish you always good health, play well for a few more years, and win some powerful championships in Asia!"

Ashley Young: "Come back often when you have time! We will also go to China to see you then!"

Xia Xing: "I miss the days of working with you very much. Your professional attitude and fighting spirit are an example for me to learn from! I wish you a bright future and all the best in the future!" (End of Chapter)