Football: Starting from being abandoned by Barcelona

The new season is coming to an end.

On July 6, with the Netherlands defeating Costa Rica, the top four teams of this World Cup were formed: Brazil, Germany, Argentina and the Netherlands.

At the same time, the rising star James Rodriguez from Colombia emerged in this World Cup and became the focus of public opinion, which also attracted the competition of European giants.

Compared with James Rodriguez, Li Lei, who was previously a darling of the transfer market, has been forgotten under the halo of the rising star.

The major giants have offered sky-high prices in an attempt to recruit James Rodriguez, and Li Lei's agent Mendes is also busy dealing with the progress of this transfer battle.

Li Lei watched everything develop silently, and a sense of loss surged in his heart.

He could have been the biggest winner of this World Cup, but he was replaced by a newcomer.

Real Madrid, which had been quite interested in Li Lei before, also turned to chase James Rodriguez.

In order to sign this rising star, Real Madrid offered a sky-high transfer fee of 80 million euros, and finally successfully brought James Rodriguez to the Bernabeu.

This news was like a bolt from the blue, and Li Lei's heart sank to the bottom.

Real Madrid, which was originally the most likely to become his new club, no longer needs him.

Mendes also called to say that after James Rodriguez joined, Real Madrid's interest in Li Lei had dropped to the freezing point.

"I know!"

Li Lei hung up the phone heavily, and he had a premonition that his transfer journey would be very difficult.

Without the competition of giants like Real Madrid, his value and status would be affected.

In such a bizarre transfer market, people are really confused, but the top management of Leicester City seems to be particularly clear-headed.

First, they need to lock in a head coach with outstanding ability and the hope to lead the team to recovery.

Secondly, more importantly, they need to welcome back the other star of their twin stars, that is Li Lei.

"Now the contact with Mourinho has ended in failure, and Mourinho has decided to stay at Chelsea." Leicester City Chairman Vichai said clearly at the high-level meeting.

"Then we must try to get Li Lei back! This means a lot to the team."

"Even if we have to offer a sky-high price, we must bring Li Lei back. This is not only an investment in the team, but also a commitment to all fans!"

"How is the current progress of the head coach selection?" asked the chairman.

"Reply to the chairman, we have basically reached a consensus with the famous Serie A coach Ranieri and are preparing to sign." A senior executive reported.

"Very good. Then what about Li Lei's transfer?"

"There was some resistance in this matter. Chelsea responded that Li Lei is not for sale."

"Nonsense!" The chairman said dissatisfiedly, "Didn't Chelsea take Li Lei away with liquidated damages? We can do the same now. In the face of money, nothing is not for sale!"

"Prepare the transfer fee, no matter how much we can offer. Li Lei must return to Leicester!"

"Yes, Chairman! We will do our best to win Li Lei's joining." The executives said one after another.

The chairman nodded with satisfaction. He believed that as long as the right price was offered, it would only be a matter of time for Li Lei to return.

Chelsea just took advantage of the contract loopholes that year. Leicester City will definitely take Li Lei home in the same way.

For the reorganization of the twin stars, Leicester City is ready to give everything!

Li Lei, who is still on vacation in Brazil, clearly feels the neglect of his agent Mendes. Since James Rodriguez appeared, all of Li Lei's affairs have been thrown to Mendes' assistants.

On this day, Li Lei was shirtless in a luxury hotel, looking at the transfer information sent by Mendes, and couldn't help sighing: "It seems that I can only handle this matter myself!"

First, he ruled out the possibility of joining Barcelona. Messi is there, how can he steal the limelight? He is not that cheap.

Secondly, he will continue to stay at Chelsea. Although he admires Mourinho, he lacks confidence in the future of the Blues.

The team has just completed the double crown, and the players are already at the end of their strength.

Then there is the World Cup. This cycle of substitutions does not give them any rest time at all. When the new season starts, they will only be more difficult.

There are not many options left. Real Madrid has signed James Rodriguez, and Manchester United is average...

Suddenly, Li Lei's eyes lit up.

Why not consider returning to his old club Leicester City? There are his old friends, fans' support, and enough room for development.

Li Lei's heart began to be excited about this option. Returning to his homeland and revitalizing the team will be a legendary journey.

Cheng!

Then he began to look through the offer sheet provided by Leicester City. 40 million euros, this transfer fee may not be low for other players, but for Chelsea at the moment, there is really no way to take Li Lei away.

Looking at the offer, Li Lei fell into deep thought: "Well, why not give Leicester City a hint first? Vardy is still there, and we can pass the message through him."

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but smile "Hehe!"

Li Lei picked up his phone and sent a message to Vardy: "Old Vardy, has Leicester City contacted you? Do they want me to go back? If they offer 100 million euros, I will formally consider it."

"Hey! Boy, you are floating, and 100 million euros, do you know how much this is?" Vardy on the opposite side was obviously amused by Li Lei's offer.

"Brother! It's business! There are give and take, the club can bargain!"

Vadi quickly replied: "Received, I will tell the top management, I believe that with your current value, Leicester City will definitely come up with a transfer fee that everyone agrees to, don't worry, Lao Li, we will definitely take you home!"

Hearing this, Li Lei smiled with satisfaction, he believed that with Vardy's status in Leicester City, this matter would not be difficult to do.

Soon, Leicester City will issue a new quotation sheet, and then he will have a reason to formally ask Chelsea to leave the team and return to his old club.

Everything is under Li Lei's control, and he has begun to look forward to the arrival of summer.

Then Li Lei started to call his agent Mendes.

"Hello, is this Mr. Mendes?" Li Lei asked after the call was connected.

"Oh, my dear Li Lei! I have been too busy during this period and I am really sorry for neglecting you!" Mendes hurriedly apologized.

"You are too polite. I am calling to inform you that I have made a decision. If Leicester City's offer is equal to that of other teams, I will give priority to returning to Leicester City." Li Lei said directly.

"Ah? This is very sudden, but since it is your decision, I will fully cooperate." Mendes said.

"Thank you very much! I believe that with your expertise, you will definitely be able to negotiate this transfer."

"Okay, I will contact Leicester City and try to give you the best contract. Don't worry, Li Lei, we will do our best to return to Leicester City!" Mendes said firmly.

After hanging up the phone, Li Lei felt relieved.

He believed that Mendes would handle everything, and his return to his old club would be just around the corner.