Chapter 10: Lending to Individuals After Generously Disbursing Funds
Richard Wright
Bradford is still struggling in League Two, and Audrich has lured away their central defender star Dean Richards for £250,000
Subsequently, news of the club's signings came in one after another. Although for Millwall fans, the only star they were familiar with among the new signings was someone like Southgate, it was enough to inspire excitement. What could be more exhilarating than poaching the captain of a rival team?
Soon, Andrew arrived in front of the club driving a luxury sedan, smiling at Audrich and asking, "Where do you want to go?"
Jasper Glenshaw
When Millwall officially announced several significant signings, particularly Southgate, Thuram, and Makelele, all with transfer fees exceeding £2 million, those clubs that belatedly sold players to Audric finally realized: this 18-year-old upstart is a foolish spendthrift!
However, upon careful reflection, he also roughly understood the reason.
Aldridge fell into deep thought as he looked at the list; the full-back position seemed somewhat weak, with only three players in mind. However, both Lucas Neill and Zambrotta are versatile players who can play on both flanks. Makelele initially played as a full-back but later switched to a defensive midfielder for the national team. Aldridge, however, wanted to directly develop him into a defensive midfielder, as otherwise it would be too much of a waste.
Goalkeeper
Aldridge ultimately reached an agreement with this humble and low-key forward in Sweden. In the new season, this Swedish forward will be making significant contributions to Millwall's offense
Gianluca Zambrotta
Clearly, arithmetic cannot be calculated this way, as Aldridge is completely rebuilding the club. Premier League teams merely supplement their squads every summer; a significant overhaul of the lineup is rare. Only teams like Blackburn, which spend lavishly, can be considered making a substantial investment, but even then, it is merely the introduction of a few well-established star players.
This bears a striking resemblance to the later stars who were dug up by Floren and *Tino* to eliminate their enemies
Larsen's indecision and hesitation provided Feyenoord with an opportunity to reconsider. After the conclusion of the World Cup, Feyenoord immediately sent representatives to Sweden to privately express to Larsen, who was on vacation back home, their hope that he would decline the transfer.
First, the club conducted a major overhaul of the coaching staff and the first team.
Feyenoord Club's actions backfired; had they not sent someone to persuade Larsen, he might not have joined Millwall. However, after allowing the player to transfer, they went back on their word, merely to extract more money from Audric, which greatly displeased Larsen. Players are commodities, and this is a cold fact, but no player truly views themselves as a commodity, especially those who have gained fame. Merely to extract more money from Audric has greatly displeased Larsen. Players are commodities, and this is a cold fact, but no player truly views themselves as a commodity, especially those who have gained fame.
Recently, the Millwall Club has gradually settled down, and this past month has been nothing short of a rollercoaster for the fans
Pavel Nedvěd
There are still a few candidates to supplement the Aldridge lineup, and a significant transfer is also in the works
Lucas Neil
Andrew looked surprised and, after pondering for a moment, shook his head and said, "This won't be easy; I should find someone to help me."
Jason Ferguson smiled and nodded, then gestured with his hand, and the three of them prepared to board the train to Manchester
Kevin Phillips
Cassidy Keller
However, this transfer has reached a stalemate. On one hand, Larsson is representing Sweden in the World Cup, while on the other hand, he is hesitating whether to join a club in the second tier of English football, despite Audric offering a lucrative salary contract and termination clause.
Gennaro Ivan Gattuso
Luca Toni
The year before last
On July 19, Aldridge was in the office looking at the player roster in his hands, feeling that the recruitment had already concluded
If you want to do it, just do it. Aldridge plans to pay a visit to that Scottish gentleman who had a successful season last spring
The three key players along the central axis of the team's defense, midfield, and attack that Aldridge can rely on are Southgate in defense, Nedved in midfield, and naturally, Larsson in the forward line
Claude Makélélé
The first team consists of 24 individuals
What results will Aldridge's efforts this summer yield? At least the writers of the football column are not optimistic. Originally, Millwall was not a focus of attention, yet Aldridge's series of significant actions have compelled people to take notice.
Dean Richards
Defender
Last summer, Manchester United invested how much in the transfer market? A mere 3.75 million.
Before the World Cup commenced, Audridge sent out his second offer to other clubs after finalizing Southgate's transfer, this time seeking to acquire the forward Henrik Larsson from the Dutch club Feyenoord
Forward
This is an exciting number
Patrick Vieira
Aldridge's initial offer was £500,000, which was rejected, though the response was not very definitive. When Aldridge raised the offer to £1,000,000, the other party immediately began further negotiations on the price, ultimately settling on a transfer fee of £1,250,000.
Jason Ferguson is the most favored son of Ferguson. After the establishment of the Premier League, Jason worked at Sky Sports. However, in the football circle, he is merely known as Ferguson's son, and outside of that realm, Jason holds no value. In contrast, the Hall family possesses substantial wealth, and Andrew has an independent agency in London. It is not surprising that Jason and Andrew, being of similar age, know each other; one can even imagine Jason trying to ingratiate himself with Andrew. Jason holds no value, and compared to the Hall family's wealth, Andrew's independent agency in London makes their acquaintance unsurprising, and one can even envision Jason seeking to curry favor with Andrew.
Luther Van der Struy
Aldridge was well aware of how adept Jason Ferguson was at handling matters. In fact, in the timeline that Aldridge experienced, just six hours after Ferguson informed the Manchester United board that Stam would be sold, Stam transferred to Lazio. This left the Manchester United board feeling both angry and shocked, to the extent that even Sir Bobby Charlton expressed dissatisfaction with Ferguson. Behind this transfer was the influence of Jason Ferguson, who had already left Sky Television and joined a Manchester-based agency. Although he caused Ferguson quite a bit of trouble, it was all smoothed over by Ferguson's deep affection for his son.
Aldridge was waiting for someone outside the club, intending to have Andrew guide him out of London, as Aldridge was no more familiar with the route than a tourist.
Millwall's recruitment efforts are far from over, and even Andrew Biyodrich is more proactive. After leaving Italy, he made a round in Northern Europe and brought back two players who have not yet signed formal contracts.
In the transformation of the team, it is essential to proceed step by step. In leagues like League One, crossing from the flanks has proven to be effective time and again. If one aims to adopt a technical style, rough fouls can quickly lead to the collapse of the team. Therefore, traditional wing tactics must not be abandoned. Even in the Premier League, this remains one of the crucial tactics for the next twenty years. However, the role of crossing from the flanks is gradually being shared between traditional wingers and full-backs, reflecting the trend in modern football towards diversification and comprehensiveness of player roles. Traditional wing tactics must not be abandoned. Even in the Premier League, this remains one of the crucial tactics for the next twenty years. However, the role of crossing from the flanks is gradually being shared between traditional wingers and full-backs, reflecting the trend in modern football towards diversification and comprehensiveness of player roles.
The position of the left winger is somewhat weak; Glenn Schar is still young. If Pires and Schneider suffer injuries, Nedved can cover the left side, but there is a lack of an attacking initiator on the right. Audric thought long and hard, and he truly did not want to place his hopes and energy on players lacking talent
Henrik Larsson
A year ago, the transfer record in the UK was just set by Manchester United, with Roy Keane being transferred for £3.75 million.
Midfield
He did not expect that Ferguson's son would be acquainted with Andrew
I just called home, and my father happens to have time to meet you
At the same time, Aldridge also went to Sweden. He did not need to speak extravagantly to Larson, as Millwall's investments this summer have already demonstrated the ambition of the team, primarily focusing on a youth squad. Larson is about to turn 23 years old; although he would certainly be considered a young player in other teams, there is no doubt that at Millwall, he will be an important player for the team and, in terms of both reputation and strength, will be the backbone of this team. Larson is about to turn 23 years old; although he would certainly be considered a young player in other teams, there is no doubt that at Millwall, he will be an important player for the team and, in terms of both reputation and strength, will be the backbone of this team
Aldridge made a move that was sufficient to quickly earn him the support of the fans
Gareth Southgate
Bernd Schneider
Although there are already two players in the goalkeeper position, a regular configuration of three in the first team is considered safe. Therefore, Audric has chosen 17-year-old Richard Wright.
1.1 million
Lilian Turam
Hans Jörg Butt
Manchester, I would like to visit the head coach of Manchester United
Audrey smiled in gratitude, and after boarding the train, she couldn't help but indulge in numerous thoughts.
This compliment is rather blatant, Aldridge extended his hand for a handshake with the other party and smiled, saying: "Aldridge Hall, Jason, Ferguson, could it be that, oh, Mr. Ferguson is your father"
David Trezeguet
Aldridge muttered about the right flank, the right flank, the right flank, and then he thought of someone. Although it was impossible to recruit him, he could borrow him for the time being.
If it were early July now, Feyenoord would definitely demand a hefty sum from Audric, insisting on at least £2 million without budging.
At the train station, three tickets to Manchester were purchased. Although Audric was curious about who the third ticket was for, he did not inquire.
In the waiting room, Aldrich encountered a man dressed in a suit, wearing a pair of gold-rimmed glasses. His hair was curly yet tidy, and he appeared refined and courteous. Approaching Andrew, he greeted him with a warm embrace, then formally walked up to Aldrich, extended his hand, and said with a smile: "Jason Ferguson, a pleasure to meet you. I have often heard Andrew speak of you; you are indeed a legendary figure of the Hall family"
Michael Ballack
Some fans roughly calculated the transfer funds invested by Aldridge this summer, arriving at an astonishing figure: £12.6 million
It is important to note that last summer, the total expenditure of all 22 teams in the Premier League on the transfer market did not exceed 60 million pounds
As the English Championship will commence on August 12, the team's training camp will take place in late July. Therefore, Larsen and Audric, who participated in the World Cup, have been informed that they can report to the team in the first week of August
After speaking, he got out of the car, went inside the club to make a phone call, and then took Aldridge to the train station in London
Ole Gunnar Solskjær
Aldridge is in charge of a League One team in Millwall, with transfer expenditures nearly equivalent to that of three Premier League teams
In the more aggressive English Premier League, it is normal to have several forwards in reserve. Audridge spent only £10,000 to bring Kevin Phillips, a discarded talent from Southampton's youth academy, from the semi-professional club Bodmin Town to Lion's Den Stadium.
The price of this agreement was established half a month ago, right after the World Cup commenced
Robert Pires
Marco Materazzi
Feyenoord, while considered a top team in the Eredivisie, is unable to compete financially with clubs like Ajax. To put it bluntly, they are merely a more glamorous facade compared to smaller teams in mainstream leagues
Yap Stam
Ole Solskjær, who is 21 years old and has not yet debuted in Mold, and 17-year-old Jesper Grønkjær