Chapter 150 How is Liverpool?
"There is such a thing. It seems that the debt is too high and I can't support it. I want to find someone to take over. Why do you ask this suddenly?" Michael Bloomberg has always doted on his little daughter. He should be as gentle and considerate as he speaks. Yang Cheng, who was next to Georgina's cell phone, felt her gums sore.
"It's not me, it's Jason. He intends to buy a club. Liverpool is a good target." Georgina turned her head and glared at Yang Cheng, motioning for his big hand to move away from her waist. She was on the phone. Once she made a point, The strange noise is so embarrassing.
"This kid, he doesn't work enough every day." Michael Bloomberg didn't know that Yang Cheng was eavesdropping.
Georgina smiled lightly, glanced at Yang Cheng and said, "Daddy, can you help me contact Fenway Sports? By the way, how much does the other party bid for Liverpool?"
"Okay, Fenway claimed that they wouldn't sell it if they didn't have 1 billion, but John Henry, their boss, when he came to talk to me last time, the offer was only 600 million pounds. This price is very sincere. After all, Liverpool is also one of the traditional giants. Even including the debt, it’s worth the price.”
"OK, thank you daddy, I'll hang up first."
After saying that, he put away his phone, turned to look at Yang Cheng, who was frowning, stroked his hair and said with a smile, "What's wrong? You're frowning."
"Is it worth 600 million pounds plus debt to buy a declining giant in a small city like Liverpool?" Yang Cheng has also watched football, but if you ask him to name which club has a glorious history, he still can't. He really couldn't tell, but as a businessman, he knew something about the city of Liverpool, and it was precisely because of this understanding that he hesitated. It would be better if he was in London.
Georgina turned sideways, smiled, held her chin and analyzed Yang Cheng patiently, "Due to the decline of manufacturing industry in recent years, Liverpool's economic development is indeed far inferior to Manchester's."
Yang Cheng nodded in agreement and interjected, "Well, and Manchester has at least more than 2 million people, while Liverpool only has 5.6 million people. This gap cannot be made up by the so-called second largest trading port alone."
In fact, the two cities of Liverpool and Manchester have to mention the famous feud between the two cities in British history. Throughout the ages, their main contradictions are concentrated in a canal, a road and a football team.
If you come to Liverpool's Albert Head today, you will find that the Mersey River guarding the city is calm, and there is no trace of the grand scene of maritime trade ships coming and going in the 18th century, even in landmark piers like Pier Head. It is difficult to find the unique commercial and trade atmosphere of the port and docks. The decline of Liverpool, to be precise, is the process of the city returning from heaven to earth, all thanks to a revolution and a canal.
Liverpool reached the peak of urban development in the 18th century: it was once the second largest city in the United Kingdom after London. Relying on the disgraceful slave trade, it became the second largest port in Europe after Amsterdam. Britain was born here. At the beginning of the 19th century, 40% of world trade was completed through Liverpool Dockyard.
However, with the advent of the Industrial Revolution, Liverpool, which adhered to traditional trade, fell behind. However, Manchester, which is only more than 40 kilometers away from Liverpool, bucked the trend and became the new industrial center of the UK relying on the textile industry represented by the "Jenny Machine".
Since Liverpool is a major exporter of raw materials, many industries in Manchester must rely on the transmission of the Mersey River. This makes Manchester City people lament the high transportation costs on the one hand, and secretly develop canals specifically for their own enjoyment on the other.
At the end of the 19th century, the Manchester Canal was opened, stretching 58 kilometers from East Harlem to Manchester, perfectly allowing ships to bypass the Liverpool docks.
The people of Liverpool felt that their dignity had been violated and attacked the people of Manchester with ridicule, saying that they were "blue-collar old-timers" who only knew manufacturing.
Scouse (fried beef)' is the food, and the whole city has a vulgar temperament.
If there is a grudge between the two sides, there must be a place to vent it. Naturally, the grudge between the two cities continues on the green field. Every year, the Double Red Club carries too many stories and grudges, and it also leaves a legacy for fans all over the world.
Countless classic scenes.
I have said all this just to prove one thing: Liverpool is not the best choice in Yang Cheng's mind.
“But don’t forget, Liverpool is the European Capital of Culture and the best tourist city in the UK. Every year, millions of tourists visit the rebuilt Port Albert, pay homage to the hometown of the Beatles, and experience Liverpool at Anfield Stadium.
The football atmosphere, and when these tourists return to their hometowns, they will convey what they saw and heard in Liverpool to their relatives and friends. This kind of cultural communication ability is not available in Manchester."
Georgina's analysis from such a unique angle sparked a trace of interest in Yang Cheng's heart, her eyes twinkled, and she encouraged, "Keep talking~"
"And among the traditional eight giants, there is no Chelsea or Arsenal, but there is Liverpool. The glory of the giants will not be forgotten with the passage of time. As long as you increase investment after taking over the team and introduce famous coaches,
Top superstars will naturally become the focus of the media when their performance improves. If you can win the Champions League, your name will be remembered by fans all over the world, and the products under your name will naturally be popular among people.
In sight."
"Yeah, Jason, think about your team winning the Champions League and being worshiped by the fans. It feels like a sense of accomplishment." Fatty Fatty, who had been silent for a while, came out of nowhere to help.
"Shut up." Yang Cheng picked up the pillow from behind and threw it at Allen. It was all his fault. He had nothing to do with making bets, and the opponent was most likely from the Glazer family.
He is also the owner of Manchester United, which makes him even more jealous. MMP, Liverpool happens to be Manchester United's mortal enemy. Once he succeeds in the acquisition and digs out a main player from Manchester United, will they be criticized by die-hard Manchester United fans?
die?
Haha, just thinking about it makes me happy. Yang Cheng gritted his teeth and stamped his feet, "Buy it! My dear, contact the boss of Fenway. I want to go to Liverpool for an on-site inspection. Their home stadium belongs to the club, right? If it weren't for the 600 million pounds,
What a shame."
Yang Cheng made the decision, and Allen happily danced like a pig. The bet was definitely won, while Georgina smiled. She was happy that she could help Yang Cheng, and even more so that Yang Cheng could not hesitate.
was satisfied with accepting her suggestion.
"Okay, I'll contact you as soon as possible. It happens that the Premier League has just started a few rounds, so it shouldn't have much impact, and you have enough time to introduce stars during the winter break and strive to achieve a high ranking in the Champions League this season." Georgina
Knowing more about football than Yang Cheng, Yang Cheng came up with the idea that he might as well buy the team and let Georgina manage it.
Chapter completed!