Evan decided to learn from AC Milan and learn their "big family" culture. If possible, he hoped to find the people who had worked for the Forest team in the past and continue to work for the Forest team — outside of the football field, whether it was as a coach, a scout, or an administrative job.
Of course, the plan was beautiful, but there were still many factors to consider whether it could be implemented. First, he had to deal with the players' living problems …
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Pepe's transfer was confirmed. The Forest team submitted his information to the English Football Association for the record and applied for a work permit.
But four days later, two pieces of bad news came.
The English Football Association refused to issue a work permit to Nottingham Forest's new player, the Brazilian Pepe. The reason was Tang En had been worried about Pepe's nationality.
Portuguese law stipulated that as long as one had lived in Portugal for six years, one could obtain Portuguese nationality after a series of checks. But the process took time. According to the process outlined by the Portuguese government, Pepe's Portuguese nationality was not to be expected before the summer transfer window closed.
Jorge Mendes described the situation to Tang En apologetically over the phone. In fact, the news was a little unexpected for Mendes. He had originally thought that with his influence, Pepe's application for "special treatment" should be able to be done. He did not expect the Portuguese government to revise and promulgate a new "Nationality Law". Now, the examination of foreign residents applying for Portuguese nationality was very strict. There was no room for discussion and it had to be done step by step according to official procedures.
Mendes politely indicated that he would still think of a way, but Tang En had already given up hope. He hung up the phone and complained, "F * cking bureaucrats."
Dunn, who was studying the video, looked back at Tang En strangely. Tang En did not care about Dunn's curious gaze. He lowered his head and dialed the club chairman, Evan Doughty's number. "Evan, I have bad news. Do you want to hear it?"
On the other end, Evan smiled bitterly. "I know, Tony. Just now, Porto Football Club called to inform us that either we cancel this transfer, or … delay the transfer to this time next year. What do you think, Tony? "
On the surface, the latter was a good choice. It was just a one-year delay. But from a practical point of view, both conditions were unacceptable. Putting aside the fact that the transfer had been delayed for a year, it would be a double blow to the team. In the new season when Forest was about to compete in the Champions League, when Hierro announced his retirement from the team, and when Matthew Upson could not gain Tang En's complete trust, what was the use of delaying the arrival of a player who was part of his team's plans for a year? Wasting an entire season waiting for one person?
"Neither." Tang En said decisively. "The transfer must be completed this summer. I must get Pepe. Evan, I've decided to apply for a work permit for Pepe using the special genius clause. "
Dunn was even more surprised when he heard this. He knew what it meant for a team to only use the special talent clause once a season. Was Tang En crazy to use the precious special talent clause on a defender?
Evan obviously had the same thought as Dunn on the other end of the line. He said in shock, "Are you crazy, Tony? He's just a defender! "
"Can't a defender be regarded as a genius? Evan? " Twain retorted, "We can look for other positions in the EU countries, but Pepe, if we don't take it now, I promise we'll regret it. As long as we give him a chance, nurture him, and trust him, he'll become a world-class defender in the future! When that time comes, we can proudly claim that this world-class defender came from Nottingham Forest Football Club! "
There was silence on the other end of the line. Tang En also waited quietly.
After a while, Evan Doughty's voice sounded again. "Alright, Tony. You're fully responsible for the team's matters. If you think it's worth it, then go ahead. "
"Thank you, Evan." Tang En also felt that he had acted too strongly in front of the club's chairman. So, after achieving the result he wanted, he still had to slightly estimate the other party's mood. "I think you'll be very happy after two years."
After ending the call with the chairman, Tang En realized that Dunn was still looking at him.
"What's wrong?"
"Are you so sure that the Brazilian will become a world-class center back?" Dunn asked.
"No, I'm not sure. Not at all." Tang En shook his head and replied, "I'm just betting. The probability of him succeeding is 50%, and the probability of him not succeeding is also 50%. It's just a 50-50 ratio." This was the truth. Even Tang En, who had transmigrated, could not be sure that the players he was familiar with would definitely succeed in his own world. Because his appearance had added too many variables to the timeline.
"I don't like to gamble." Dunn turned his head back to continue studying his never-ending video.
Tang En shrugged behind him. "I like the excitement of gambling." Then he lowered his head and dialed the number of Pepe's agent, Jorge Mendes.
"Mr. Mendes, we've decided to use the 'special genius clause' to apply for a work permit for Pepe. We need you to provide all the information about him."
Mendes was equally surprised. He knew that of the two proposals offered by Porto, any normal person would choose to accept the second one. But if he could complete the deal now, he would be happy. After all, the one in trouble was the Forest Team, not him. So, he nodded and said, "No problem. All the information, including his information on Aragno-Corinthian, is here."
Tang En was happy that Mendes could cooperate with his work. "Thank you, Mr. Mendes. In addition, if possible, it's best to find someone with a certain amount of influence in the football world to testify for Pepe's ability. That way, the chances of it being approved will be higher. "
"Someone with a certain amount of influence?" Mendes muttered. "I've thought of someone with outstanding influence, ability, and qualifications …"
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(Note 1: Regarding Pepe's language problem, a friend pointed it out yesterday. I forgot who it was. Sorry, sorry. This is indeed a bug. There is no information to show that Pepe is fluent in English. I also did not say in any of the previous chapters that Tang En was fluent in Portuguese. So, the two of them chatting happily in Brazil is a bug. Only after being reminded by this friend did I realize that I should have let Shania be the translator. She might even be able to develop her interest in football. But since it has already been sent out as a VIP, there is really no way for me to change it. I can only let this bug continue to exist. Everyone who sees this, just take it that Pepe has successfully passed English Test Level 8 through hard work!)
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